Associate Director, Therapeutic Area Head

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10+ years clinical trial organization experience
2+ years functional management position
Line management of clinical research managers
The Associate Director, Therapeutic Area Head at Merck involves overseeing the performance of clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring adherence to regulations and operational excellence. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic development, and collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to enhance clinical capabilities

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for the end-to-end performance of 30 to 50 clinical trials across one or several therapeutic areas.
  • The incumbent will provide line management for Clinical Research Managers while ensuring talent development and retention within the team.
  • Success requires strong collaboration with local stakeholders including regulatory bodies, investigators, and global headquarters teams.

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The Associate Director, Therapeutic Area Head at Merck involves overseeing the performance of clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring adherence to regulations and operational excellence. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic development, and collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to enhance clinical capabilities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years clinical trial organization experience
  • 2+ years functional management position
  • Line management of Clinical Research Managers
  • End-to-end clinical trial execution oversight
  • Strict adherence to ICH GCP and local regulations

Nice-to-have

  • CRA, project management and CRM experience
  • Advanced degree in science or healthcare
  • Strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration
  • High emotional intelligence and negotiation skills
  • Ability to build relationships with senior executives

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years experience in clinical trial organization
  • Minimum 2 years experience in a functional management position
  • Master's degree in science or equivalent healthcare experience
  • Fluent in local language and business proficient in English
  • Sound knowledge of ICH-GCP and Good Documentation Practices

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