Senior Director (senior Principal Scientist), Translational Medicine, Immunology

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $286,900.00 - $451,600.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid
Md or md/phd degree required
5+ years pharmaceutical industry experience
Immunology clinical research expertise
This role leads the translation of preclinical discovery into clinical compounds for Immunology programs, bridging benchtop science and large-scale human assessment

Job Summary

  • This role leads the translation of preclinical discovery into clinical compounds for Immunology programs, bridging benchtop science and large-scale human assessment.
  • The successful candidate will design and execute early clinical strategies from Preclinical Candidate approval through Phase 2a, including biomarker platform validation.
  • Merck offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and a hybrid work model requiring three days on-site per week.

Matching Summary

This role leads the translation of preclinical discovery into clinical compounds for Immunology programs, bridging benchtop science and large-scale human assessment.

Salary

Base: $286,900.00 - $451,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • MD or MD/PhD degree required
  • 5+ years pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Immunology clinical research expertise
  • Early clinical development strategy design
  • Biomarker strategy development
  • Phase I through IV trial execution
  • Target identification and validation

Nice-to-have

  • Board Certification or Eligibility
  • Academic research publication record
  • Patient care experience in Dermatology
  • Strong scientific writing skills
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Experience with regulatory filings
  • Collaborative problem-solving mindset

Key Requirements

  • MD or MD/PhD education minimum
  • Minimum 5 years pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Clinical care experience in Dermatology preferred
  • Board Certification or Eligibility preferred
  • Proven track record in Immunology R&D

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