Merck · 19 hours ago
Director, Team Lead - Global Scientific & Value Content - Immunology (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $331K/yr
8+ years expMerck is a leading company in the pharmaceutical industry, seeking a Director, Team Lead for Global Scientific and Value Content in Immunology. This role involves strategic leadership within the Value & Implementation organization, focusing on developing and executing scientific content strategies and enhancing team effectiveness.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leads and manages individuals/teams responsible for content development in a global, cross-functional setting
Develops and executes strategic and tactical plans, particularly in the context of scientific content and value communication
Engages senior-level stakeholders and obtains input into plans
Analyzes metrics and insights to inform plans and deliverables
Develops operational solutions and process improvements
Authors standard operating procedures (SOPs) and related documents for respective processes
Solicits global best practices and subsequently updates/directs improvements to global end-to-end GSVC processes
Ensures content assets are aligned with key internal processes (e.g., SOPs)
Serves as a sponsor or a lead on GSVC workstreams
Builds collaborative relationships across divisions and regions
Drives alignment of scientific content strategy and plans with other V&I partners, such as Scientific Communications & Information Sciences (i.e., Publications), Clinical, Health Economics, and Outcomes Research
Aims to ensure the timely availability of effective and compliant resources for Medical Information and Field Medical teams
Additionally, focuses on building collaborative relationships across divisions and regions to provide scientific resources that inform patient-care, formulary, and treatment decisions
Leads and executes complex cross-functional initiatives that contribute to the strategy and objectives of GSVC and the broader V&I stakeholders
Directs and oversees the daily tasks and operations of team members by providing guidance, assigning tasks, and ensuring that team members are productive and engaged
Facilitates communication and alignment with key stakeholders both upstream and downstream
Addresses challenges and opportunities to enhance performance and supports the growth and development of individual leaders
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (PharmD/PhD/MD) plus a minimum of eight (8) years of Medical Affairs/Medical Communications/Scientific Content Development; -OR- a Master's Degree in Life Sciences plus minimum ten (10) years of relevant medical communications experience
Minimum of two (2) years people management/project management experience
Minimum of three (3) years experience in Immunology therapeutic area
Demonstrating proficiency in managing projects and vendors, along with persuasive skills and the ability to lead without direct authority over a continuum of stakeholders
Exhibiting excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
Effectively prioritizing tasks and working within a complex organization, while operating efficiently in a team-oriented global structure
Proven ability leading multi-functional teams with strong networking and cross-functional management skills
Collaborating across the organization and with various stakeholders, displaying strong leadership skills
Managing projects and budgets effectively
Experience managing projects of global scale
Proven leadership, matrix management, and influence/negotiation skills for interaction with cross-functional teams. Strong track record of mentoring or managing people
Knowledge of the publications process, scientific platform development understanding, and experience in implementing global medical communications processes
Expertise in the Immunology therapeutic area
Experience working within multiple regional regulations and compliance requirements
Proficiency in scientific writing and verbal communications
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate strategy into action plans
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision healthcare
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
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