Senior Clinical Director (Senior Principal Scientist) – Late Stage Oncology Primary responsibility for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed medicines in the Late Stage Oncology therapeutic area. Manages the entire cycle of clinical development for assigned studies, including design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, and publication. Role Responsibilities Evaluating pre‑clinical and translational work to generate early clinical development plans and Investigational New Drug applications. Developing clinical development strategies for investigational or marketed RCC drugs. Planning clinical trials (designing, collaborating on operational plans, etc.) based on the clinical development strategy. Providing medical oversight and overall conduct of ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed drugs. Analyzing and summarizing clinical findings from studies to support decisions regarding safety, efficacy, and new drug applications, clinical study reports, or publication. Participating in internal and joint internal/external research project teams relevant to the development of new compounds and the further study of marketed compounds. Supporting business development assessments of external opportunities. Additional Responsibilities Actively engage with other functional areas in support of study execution. Work closely with a cross‑functional group of experts in commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, and manufacturing to manage clinical development projects. Assist the Executive Director and/or Associate Vice President in keeping appropriate personnel informed of the progress of studies for our company and competitors’ drugs. Provide expert opinion, internally and externally, on relevant scientific questions within their responsibility. Scientific Knowledge & Engagement Maintain awareness of scientific developments within the area of expertise, including new scientific findings and research methodologies. Identify scientifically and operationally strong investigators who can assist in the development of our company’s investigational and marketed drugs. Establish communications with prominent clinical investigators in the field of interest, particularly those willing and able to assist in the evaluation of our company’s drugs. Attend appropriate scientific meetings to maintain competency and awareness of research activities in the area of responsibility. Professional Development & Travel Author detailed development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external audiences. Facilitate collaborations with external researchers worldwide. Travel on company business about twenty percent of the time to manage future or ongoing clinical research projects. Education M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. Required Experience and Skills Experience in industry or as senior faculty in academia. Minimum of 3 years clinical medicine experience. Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in drug development or biomedical research experience in academia. Demonstrated success in overseeing clinical studies and protocols. Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement. Proven track record in clinical medicine and background in biomedical research. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team environment. Preferred Experience and Skills Board Certified or Eligible in Oncology or related discipline. Experience in GU malignancies. Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication. Required Skills Clinical Development Clinical Judgment Clinical Medicine Clinical Research Management Clinical Sciences Clinical Trial Development Clinical Trials Drug Development Intellectual Curiosity Oncology Oncology Research Pharmaceutical Development Strategic Planning Salary & Benefits Salary range: $282,200.00 – $444,200.00. Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. EEO Statement We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Job Posting End Date 04/23/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Clinical Director (Senior Principal Scientist), Clinical Research, Rcc
MERCK & CO.
north wales, north wales
Published 4 days ago
Report job