Associate Director, Clinical Research

Associate Director, Clinical Research

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., Netherlands

Full Time | Immediate Start | Remote:
Yes | Sponsor Visa:
No

Experience:

5+ years in pharmaceutical industry

Skills:

Accountability, Adaptability, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Quality Management, Clinical Research, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Study Design, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Data Analysis, Documentation, ICH GCP Guidelines, Medical Research, Medical Writing, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Training & Development

• Lead investigator-initiated trials by interacting with primary investigators, assisting in site identification and screenings, and delivering disease education using approved resources.
• Support data generation activities, including provision of research areas and IST process to potential investigators and review of proposals.
• Identify, establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key investigators, institutions, groups and consortia to meet scientific and research needs.
• Support R&D strategy to accelerate portfolio through internal candidate development and external partnership opportunities.
• Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence with scientific leaders to ensure they have a medical contact within the company.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of assigned disease and therapeutic areas through education efforts, attendance at conferences/workshops and review of key journals.
• Represent company at scientific meetings including congresses, symposia, advisory and investigator meetings.
• Coordinate publication activities as required.
• Fully comply with company policies, applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.

• Advanced degree (MD or PhD) with prior experience in biotech/pharma or healthcare education environment.
• Minimum 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Deep therapeutic competency with awareness of trends in the therapeutic area.
• Ability to network and partner with external customers, scientific leaders, investigators, academic institutions, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated effective leadership skills and ability to handle challenges within scope of authority.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.

• Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Training & Development.

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