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Distinguished Scientist, Clinical Research

$255.8k - $402.7k

Merck

Distinguished Scientist position leading a Biomarker Center of Excellence within Merck's Translational Clinical Biomarker team. The role involves directing PhD-/MD-level scientists, developing biomarker strategies across oncology platforms from pre-FIH through Phase 3, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on translational research and clinical development initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional translational biomarker efforts across multiple oncology therapeutic platforms and indications
  • Oversee group of PhD-/MD-level scientists embedded in oncology clinical development programs
  • Develop clinical biomarker strategy, formulate testable hypotheses, and align development team strategy with portfolio objectives
  • Collaborate with experimental, bioinformatics, statistics, and clinical stakeholders to build statistical analysis plans and data communications
  • Engage external key opinion leaders on hypothesis-driven collaborations and drive publication of biomarker research findings

Requirements

  • PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with minimum 15 years oncology biomarker and translational clinical research experience
  • Proven leadership managing teams of PhD-/MD-level scientists with demonstrated talent development
  • Extensive clinical trial development and execution experience with strategic translational expertise
  • Deep knowledge of cancer biology, cancer immunology, and clinical oncology
  • Strong expertise in antibody-drug conjugates and T cell engagers
  • Experience with biomarker discovery, diagnostic development, and end-to-end drug development
  • Health authority communication experience; EU IVDR, China HGRAC, Japan PMDA knowledge preferred
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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