Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Thoracic Oncology

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 256,000 - 403,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick days

Job summary

MSD Malaysia seeks a Clinical Director (Principal Scientist) to lead the planning and execution of oncology clinical research across all development stages. You will manage trial design, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting and publication with a global team.

The role requires MD or MD/PhD with industry or academic experience, and a strong track record in clinical medicine and biomedical research. Board eligibility in oncology is preferred; strong collaboration and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD with trial experience in industry or academia.
• Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology (and/or Hematology) preferred; publication history desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee clinical development of oncology medicines from design to publication.
• Develop development strategies for investigational or marketed oncology drugs.
• Plan trials (design, settings, operational plans) based on strategy.
• Monitor and manage ongoing or new clinical trials.
• Summarize findings to support safety/efficacy decisions and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in commercialization, regulatory, statistics, and manufacturing.

Skills

Cancer Research

Clinical Development

Clinical Research

Clinical Studies

Clinical Trials

Medical Monitoring

Oncology

Education

MD

MD/PhD

Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology

Job description

Job Description

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. Today, we are building a new kind of healthcare company - one that is ready to help create a healthier future for all of us. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Role Overview

The Clinical Director (Principal Scientist) has primary responsibility for the planning and overseeing the execution of 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 Clinical Director will manage the entire cycle of clinical development, including: study design, placement, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, and publication.

Responsibilities

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

• Oversee the execution of clinical studies by working closely with Clinical Scientists in daily medical monitoring activities;
• Work closely with a cross-functional group of experts in commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, and manufacturing to manage clinical development projects;
• Assist the Senior/Executive Director in ensuring that appropriate corporate personnel are informed of the progress of studies of our competitors' drugs and internal and external expert opinion on scientific questions relevant to his/her areas of responsibility.

• 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 companies 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 our drugs;
• Attend appropriate scientific meetings to maintain his or her competency and to maintain awareness of research activities in his/her area of responsibility.

Education & 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 is desirable but not necessary.

Skills

Required Skills: Cancer Research, Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Clinical Studies, Clinical Trials, Medical Monitoring, Oncology.

Benefits

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.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $255,800.00 - $402,700.00. 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.

EEO and Diversity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

Location and Special Conditions

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.

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

Company Overview

The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.