Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Prostate Cancer

MSD Malaysia; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 395,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceuticals is seeking a Principal Scientist for Clinical Research in Prostate Cancer. This role is pivotal in managing clinical trials and overseeing the development of strategies for investigational oncology drugs. Candidates should possess an M.D or M.D./Ph.D., alongside demonstrated expertise in the clinical field. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• Experience in industry or academia is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork capabilities necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct clinical research activities for oncology medicines.
• Evaluate pre-clinical work for development plans and IND applications.
• Monitor ongoing clinical trials and analyze study findings.

Skills

Clinical Research

Biomedical Research

Data Analysis

Cross-Functional Teamwork

Clinical Development

Education

M.D or M.D./Ph.D.

Job description

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Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Prostate Cancer

Apply remote type Hybrid locations USA - Pennsylvania - North Wales (Upper Gwynedd) USA - New Jersey - Rahway time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: July 4, 2025 (7 days left to apply) job requisition id R355050

Job Description

The Director (Principal Scientist) has primary responsibility for the planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed Oncology medicines. Our company's Oncology medicines span all phases of clinical development (pre-clinical to post-licensure). The Director will manage the entire cycle of clinical development, including study design, placement, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, and publication.

Specifically, The Director May Be Responsible For

• Evaluating pre-clinical and translational work for the purpose of generating early clinical development plan and Investigational New Drug applications.

• Developing of clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed Oncology drugs

• Planning clinical trials (design, operational plans, settings) based on these clinical development strategies

• Monitoring and managing the conduct of ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed Oncology drugs.

• Analyzing and summarizing the clinical findings from studies to support decisions regarding safety and efficacy as well as new drug applications, clinical study reports, or publication; and

• Participation in internal and joint internal/external research project teams relevant to the development of new compounds, and the further study of marketed compounds. In executing these duties, the

The Director may:

• Supervise the activities of Clinical Scientists in the execution of clinical studies

• Work closely with a cross-functional group of experts in commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, and manufacturing to manage clinical development projects; and

• Assist the Senior/Executive Director in ensuring that appropriate corporate personnel are informed of the progress of studies of our company and competitors' drugs and internal and external expert opinion on scientific questions relevant to his/her areas of responsibility.

The Director is responsible for maintaining a strong scientific fund of knowledge by:

• Maintaining awareness of scientific developments within his/her area of expertise, in terms of new scientific findings, research methodologies

• Identification of scientifically and operationally strong investigators who can assist in the development of our company's investigational and marketed drugs

• Establishing communications with prominent clinical investigators in his/her particular field of interest, particularly those who will be willing and able to assist in the evaluation of drugs

• Attending appropriate scientific meetings to maintain his or her competency and to maintain awareness of research activities in his/her area of responsibility.

To accomplish these goals, the Director may:

• Author detailed development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external audiences

• Facilitating collaborations with external researchers around the world

• Travel on company business about twenty (20) percent of the time to manage future or ongoing clinical research projects. Qualifications

Education

• M.D or M.D./Ph.D.

Required

• Must have experience in industry or academia

• Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement

• A proven track record in clinical medicine and background in biomedical research is essential

• Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environment are essential.

Preferred

• Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology (and/or Hematology)

• Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication

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U.S. Hybrid Work Model

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.

The salary range for this role is

$250,800.00 - $394,800.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Academic Presentations, Academic Presentations, Adaptability, Allergy and Immunology, Biomedical Research, Clinical Development, Clinical Investigations, Clinical Judgment, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Risk Management, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Site Management, Clinical Testing, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Logistics, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Clinical Trial Support, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis, Ethical Standards, Intellectual Curiosity, Management Process, Medical Research, New Technology Integration {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

07/4/2025

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