Director, R&D and Business Development Communications
$173.2k - $272.6kFull-time
Merck
Job Description Director, R&D and Business Development Communications The Director, R&D and Business Development Communications, will support the creation and implementation of external communications strategies, plans and tactics that showcase discovery and innovation through Phase 3 pipeline efforts across our core therapeutic areas (oncology, cardiometabolic, vaccines, infectious diseases, neuroscience and immunology). This individual will also support the execution of business development announcements and external collaborations that complement and augment our company's pipeline. The individual will drive communications initiatives that further R&D's reputation as a leading scientific organization, and employer and partner of choice. The position will report to the Vice President, R&D and Business Development Communications and will be based in Rahway, NJ. Primary responsibilities:
Advertising Management, Content Creation, Crisis Management, Digital Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Healthcare Policies, Media Relations, People Leadership, Policy Development, Project Management, Public Affairs, Public Relations (PR) Management, Public Speaking, Research Networks, Strategic Insights Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.--As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.- For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement• We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is
$173,200.00 - $272,600.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at . You can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: -We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: -We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully-
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. -No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.- Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid Shift:
1st - Day Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
N/a Job Posting End Date:
08/23/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE -the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID: R387850
- Develop and implement an integrated external communications program to showcase R&D's scientific capabilities and early and raise the scientific profile of R&D, aligned with our Corporate Affairs and Enterprise strategy.
- Lead and support early pipeline communications efforts across all therapeutic areas (TAs) including data milestones, medical congress activities, executive visibility, internal communications, digital communications, and social media strategies.
- Drive integrated editorial strategy to raise external awareness of R&D - its science, pipeline and people - through conducting meaningful, targeted communications outreach including social and digital channels that enhance the reputation of R&D. Include appropriate metrics and leverage with key audiences.
- Develop creative content on key technology platforms, drug targets, pathways and pipeline areas of focus, aligned to priority TAs, to reinforce the scientific narrative around pipeline candidates and appropriately positioned within the context of R&D's pipeline and R&D strategy.
- Develops communications strategies and materials for business development deals and other collaboration announcements and liaises with partner companies on supporting plans, tactics and timing.
- Identify, develop and support unique storylines, media and thought-leadership opportunities to showcase R&D's discovery and pipeline efforts that complement R&D's scientific narrative with key external stakeholders.
- Partner with R&D and BD&L leaders on communications activities including preparing and briefing on message delivery, media engagement and external speaking opportunities.
- Closely collaborate with the broader Corporate Communications organization, as well as Investor Relations colleagues to align and maximize opportunities for R&D initiatives and find opportunities for engagement and collaboration.
- Establish measures of success and implement relevant evaluation tools for communications activities.
- Work directly with public relations agencies and help manage related budgets.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or life sciences field is required
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in a communications or public relations role, with a focus on scientifically driven communications in an agency or corporate setting.
- Creative and passionate with experience in the development and implementation of integrated communications programs.
- Strong executive presence, excellent verbal and written communications skills and ability to work under tight deadlines with great attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaborate within a multi-functional matrixed organization.
- Deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry, media landscape and strong business and financial acumen.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a collaborative spirit to succeed in a fast-paced, high-visibility role.
- Experience in internal and external communications, including executive communications and issues/crisis management.
- Follows communications trends and has proficiency with social and digital channels.
- Experience working with C-suite and senior level executives
- Experience supporting R&D or pipeline communications
- Budget and agency management experience
Advertising Management, Content Creation, Crisis Management, Digital Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Healthcare Policies, Media Relations, People Leadership, Policy Development, Project Management, Public Affairs, Public Relations (PR) Management, Public Speaking, Research Networks, Strategic Insights Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.--As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.- For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement• We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts The salary range for this role is
$173,200.00 - $272,600.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.- Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at . You can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only: -We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: -We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully-
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. -No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.- Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid Shift:
1st - Day Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
N/a Job Posting End Date:
08/23/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE -the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID: R387850
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