Distinguished Scientist, Product Development Team Leader, Clinical Research, Melanoma

$295,900 - $465,800/Yr

Merck & Co. - Rahway, NJ

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Rahway, NJ

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Distinguished Scientist and Product Development Team Lead for Oncology at Merck Sharp & Dohme is responsible for overseeing clinical research activities related to new and marketed drugs in the field of melanoma. This role involves managing the entire clinical development cycle, including strategy formulation, study design, execution, and regulatory reporting. The position requires strong scientific leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams, as well as interaction with key opinion leaders in the oncology field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct clinical research activities for new or marketed drugs in oncology, specifically melanoma.
• Manage the entire cycle of clinical development including strategy, design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, and regulatory reporting.
• Evaluate pre-clinical and translational work to generate early clinical development plans and Investigational New Drug applications.
• Develop clinical development strategies that incorporate scientific developments, regulatory requirements, and commercial considerations.
• Monitor and manage ongoing clinical trials for investigational or marketed agents.
• Analyze and summarize clinical findings to support safety and efficacy decisions and new drug applications.
• Participate in internal and joint research project teams relevant to new compounds and marketed compounds.
• Provide support for other therapeutic areas regarding clinical issues related to oncology compounds.
• Supervise the activities of Clinical Teams in executing clinical studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional experts in commercialization, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs to manage clinical development projects.

Requirements

• M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. required.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical medicine experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in drug development.
• Experience in the field of melanoma cancer is essential.
• Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology and/or Hematology.
• Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Bonus eligibility
• Long term incentive if applicable
• Vacation and sick days