Senior Director, Clinical Research, Atherosclerosis

Merck & Co., Inc.

Base: $276,600.00 - $435,400.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
Atherosclerosis drug development
Late-stage clinical trial management
Clinical study design and execution
The Senior Director has primary responsibility for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed medicines in the Atherosclerosis section

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director has primary responsibility for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed medicines in the Atherosclerosis section.
  • The role involves developing clinical development strategies, planning trials, and analyzing findings to support safety, efficacy, and new drug applications.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and paid holidays.

Matching Summary

The Senior Director has primary responsibility for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed medicines in the Atherosclerosis section.

Salary

Base: $276,600.00 - $435,400.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Atherosclerosis drug development
  • Late-stage clinical trial management
  • Clinical study design and execution
  • Regulatory reporting and publication
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to function in a team environment
  • Outstanding verbal communication skills
  • Willingness to travel 20 percent of time

Key Requirements

  • M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree required
  • Minimum 3 years experience in clinical medicine
  • Minimum 3-5 years industry experience in drug development
  • Board Certified or Eligible in Cardiology, Endocrinology, or Nephrology preferred
  • Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication required

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