Executive Director, Metabolism & Obesity

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA

South San Francisco, CA, USA
$255,200.00 - $401,700.00; annual bonus + long-ter...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Metabolic diseases and obesity research
In vitro and in vivo models
Drug discovery pipeline
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Executive Director for Metabolism & Obesity to lead research efforts in metabolic diseases and obesity at their South San Francisco lab. The role requires extensive experience in drug discovery and a PhD or MD, alongside strong leadership and collaboration skills

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director will oversee research in metabolic diseases & obesity and its co-morbidities, focusing on uncovering novel biology for a high-quality drug discovery pipeline.
  • Responsibilities include leading departmental strategy, developing in vitro and in vivo assays, managing a team of scientists, and seeking external research collaborations.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid holidays, and vacation.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking an Executive Director for Metabolism & Obesity to lead research efforts in metabolic diseases and obesity at their South San Francisco lab. The role requires extensive experience in drug discovery and a PhD or MD, alongside strong leadership and collaboration skills.

Salary

$255,200.00 - $401,700.00; Annual bonus and long-term incentive; Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Metabolic diseases and obesity research
  • In vitro and in vivo models
  • Drug discovery pipeline
  • Scientific strategy development
  • External research collaborations

Nice-to-have

  • Championing diversity and inclusion
  • Agile team leadership
  • Business acumen and judgment
  • Building consensus and trust

Key Requirements

  • PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree
  • 12+ years of drug discovery experience
  • 12+ years research experience in metabolic diseases & obesity
  • Industry R&D experience required
  • Advancing drug discovery programs into early clinical development highly desired

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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