Senior Early-Phase Clinical Scientist

Merck; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Early Clinical Scientist to lead design, planning, and execution of early-phase clinical trials.

You will oversee safety assessment, risk management, and high-quality data delivery in collaboration with Clinical Director and cross-functional teams. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory writing experience, and ability to mentor junior staff while navigating GCP/ICH guidelines across programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences (required) with extensive clinical trial experience.
• 11+ years related experience for senior paths; advanced degrees preferred.
• Experience leading early-phase clinical trials with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the design, planning, and execution of early-phase trials.
• Oversee clinical safety assessment, risk management, and data quality.
• Mentor junior staff and lead cross-functional development initiatives.
• Represent Early-Stage Clinical Development in global programs and regulatory interactions.

Skills

Clinical Development

Clinical Trials

Regulatory Writing

GCP/ICH

Data Analysis

Mentoring

Cross-functional Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Study Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Master’s degree

PhD/Doctorate

Tools

Regulatory Submissions (CTD/Regulatory)

Clinical Data Systems (CDMS)

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Early Clinical Scientist to lead design, planning, and execution of early-phase clinical trials.

You will oversee safety assessment, risk management, and high-quality data delivery in collaboration with Clinical Director and cross-functional teams. The role requires strong leadership, regulatory writing experience, and ability to mentor junior staff while navigating GCP/ICH guidelines across programs.