Merck · 5 days ago
Distinguished Scientist, Clinical Research, Thoracic Malignancies
Rahway, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$311K/yr - $489K/yr
8+ years expMerck is a leading global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving health and well-being. They are seeking a Distinguished Scientist to lead clinical research activities in Thoracic Oncology, overseeing the entire cycle of clinical development and ensuring high-quality trials through scientific leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Evaluating pre-clinical and translational work for the purpose of generating early clinical development plan and Investigational New Drug applications
Developing clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed agents that incorporate the latest scientific developments, regulatory requirements, the competitive landscape, and commercial considerations
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 agents
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 publications
Participation in internal and joint internal/external research project teams relevant to the development of new compounds, and the further study of marketed compounds and support of business development assessments of external opportunities
Provide support for other therapeutic areas regarding clinical issues related to oncology compounds
Manage Directors and/or Senior Directors responsible for Oncology Global Clinical Development projects
Supervise the activities of entire Clinical Teams in the execution of clinical studies
Will report to and work collaboratively with the Section Head to promote the development strategy of the company on the indication of interest
Work closely with a cross-functional group of experts in commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, medical affairs and manufacturing to manage clinical development projects; and assist the Section Head in ensuring that appropriate Corporate personnel is informed of the progress of studies of our company and competitors' drugs and internal and external expert opinion on scientific questions relevant to their areas of responsibility
Maintaining awareness of scientific developments within their 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 their field of interest, particularly those who will be willing and able to assist in the evaluation of our company's drugs
Attending appropriate scientific meetings to maintain their competency and to maintain awareness of research activities in their area of responsibility
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
Qualification
Required
M.D or M.D./Ph.D
Must have experience in industry in the field of Thoracic Oncology
Minimum of 3 years of clinical medicine experience
Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in drug development
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
Clinical Development
Clinical Judgment
Clinical Medicine
Clinical Research
Clinical Trial Planning
Clinical Trials
Cross-Cultural Awareness
Cross-Functional Teamwork
Drug Development
Ethical Standards
Medical Research
Oncology
Pulmonology
Regulatory Requirements
Research Methodologies
Scientific Consulting
Scientific Leadership
Scientific Research
Strategic Leadership
Preferred
Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology (and/or Hematology)
Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate and sick days
Company
Merck
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.59MKey Investors
Private Capital AdvisorsGavi, the Vaccine Alliance
2018-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $0.59M
2016-01-21Series Unknown· $5M
1980-12-19IPO
Leadership Team
Betty Larson
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Dean Li
Executive Vice President and President, Merck Research Laboratories
Recent News
2026-01-19
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