Oncology Early Development Director - Hybrid Trials Leader

Merck; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 256,000 - 403,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick days

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States seeks a Clinical Director (Principal Scientist) to lead planning and directing clinical research for Early Oncology medicines across development stages.

The role oversees study design, execution, regulatory reporting, and publications, with collaboration across internal and external teams. The position requires MD or MD/PhD, 3+ years clinical medicine experience, and 1+ year in drug development or biomedical research, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Experience in industry or senior academia roles.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical medicine experience.
• Minimum 1 year of industry drug development or biomedical research experience.
• Proven track record in clinical medicine and biomedical research.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan clinical trials based on development strategy.
• Provide medical oversight of ongoing or new trials for investigational or marketed drugs.
• Analyze and summarize findings to support safety/efficacy decisions and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on development projects and external opportunities.
• Engage with investigators and manage communications on study progress.

Skills

Clinical Development

Clinical Judgment

Clinical Research

Clinical Trials

Oncology

Education

MD or MD/PhD

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States seeks a Clinical Director (Principal Scientist) to lead planning and directing clinical research for Early Oncology medicines across development stages.

The role oversees study design, execution, regulatory reporting, and publications, with collaboration across internal and external teams. The position requires MD or MD/PhD, 3+ years clinical medicine experience, and 1+ year in drug development or biomedical research, with strong communication and