Senior Director, GI Oncology Clinical Science

Regulatory Jobs; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Science, GI Oncology to lead translational and clinical science activities across multiple studies and programs.

You will shape strategy, ensure scientific consistency, and guide data interpretation with a focus on GI cancers. The role emphasizes leadership, governance participation, and collaboration with Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs to advance development plans and portfolio

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required with pharmaceutical/clinical drug development experience.
• Experience leading Clinical Science in oncology or related therapeutic area.
• Proven ability to develop strategy and guide cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic Clinical Science leadership across the GI portfolio.
• Guide interpretation of clinical data and inform decision-making.
• Support protocol development, study design, and endpoint selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners across the organization.
• Mentor and develop Clinical Scientists in a matrix environment.

Skills

Clinical Research Management

Clinical Sciences

Clinical Trial Planning

Life Science

Matrix Management

Oncology

People Leadership

Study Design

Therapeutic Knowledge

Trial Design

Education

Advanced scientific or healthcare degree

Master’s degree in life sciences

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Science, GI Oncology to lead translational and clinical science activities across multiple studies and programs.

You will shape strategy, ensure scientific consistency, and guide data interpretation with a focus on GI cancers. The role emphasizes leadership, governance participation, and collaboration with Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs to advance development plans and portfolio