Director, Marketing

Merck & Co., Inc.

Upper Gwynedd, PA, USA
Base: $190,800.00 - $300,300.00; bonus/equity: ann...
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8-10 years pharmaceutical industry experience
Hiv therapeutic area expertise required
Kol management and engagement strategy
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Director of Scientific Strategy & KOL Engagement for its HIV Treatments division in Upper Gwynedd, PA. The ideal candidate will have extensive pharmaceutical industry experience, particularly in KOL management and HIV, to lead scientific engagement and strategy development while driving impactful patient care initiatives. **

Job Summary

  • This role leads scientific engagement and thought-leader strategy for a rapidly growing HIV Business Unit committed to advancing care for over 35 years.
  • The successful candidate will build and lead a high-performing team responsible for translating scientific insights into commercial strategies that advance business objectives.
  • Employees are eligible for an annual bonus, long-term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Matching Summary

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Director of Scientific Strategy & KOL Engagement for its HIV Treatments division in Upper Gwynedd, PA. The ideal candidate will have extensive pharmaceutical industry experience, particularly in KOL management and HIV, to lead scientific engagement and strategy development while driving impactful patient care initiatives. **

Salary

Base: $190,800.00 - $300,300.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-10 years pharmaceutical industry experience
  • HIV therapeutic area expertise required
  • KOL management and engagement strategy
  • Speaker bureau development and management
  • Congress and scientific meeting planning
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements

Nice-to-have

  • Existing HIV KOL networks preferred
  • Experience in Medical Affairs leadership
  • Familiarity with omnichannel HCP engagement
  • Digital meeting platform knowledge
  • Strategic narrative crafting skills
  • Data triangulation capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum 8 to 10 years relevant pharmaceutical experience
  • Proven track record in HIV therapeutic area
  • Experience managing teams and external vendors
  • Deep understanding of US compliance regulations

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