Remote Director, Livestock Technical Services

Merck; Annapolis (MD); Remote; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Director of Technical Services for US Livestock to lead a high-performing team delivering scientific expertise and customer value across the livestock portfolio.

The role partners with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams, engaging veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders to translate science into practical customer solutions. Strong leadership and change-management skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD in Veterinary Medicine or related scientific field is required.
• 10+ years of experience in animal health, veterinary medicine, livestock production, pharmaceuticals, biologics, diagnostics, nutrition, or related industry.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience managing technical, scientific, veterinary, clinical, or cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Technical Services team.
• Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement.
• Champion change leadership and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Provide strategic scientific and technical leadership for the US Livestock portfolio.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams to support business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, veterinarians, producers, consultants, and industry stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, universities, and industry organizations.
• Deliver scientific presentations and represent the company at industry meetings and conferences.
• Support product launches, technical training, and customer education initiatives.
• Influence business strategy through scientific expertise, field insights, and market knowledge.

Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Decision Making

People Leadership

Strategic Leadership

Veterinary Medicine

Education

DVM/VMD in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Merck is seeking a Director of Technical Services for US Livestock to lead a high-performing team delivering scientific expertise and customer value across the livestock portfolio.

The role partners with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams, engaging veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders to translate science into practical customer solutions. Strong leadership and change-management skills are essential for success.