Director Global Oncology Market Access - Lung

Job Description Our market access team is passionate about bringing our medicines and vaccines to customers around the world. We strive to understand their needs and provide solutions to meet them. Position Director, Global Oncology Market Access – Lung Role Overview The Director will have GMAx responsibilities for developing access strategies for pipeline assets with lung indications. The candidate will synthesize data to formulate market access considerations, deliver concise narratives, and lead discussions in key forums to support the strategy for pipeline assets specific to lung indications. Key Responsibilities Translate deep knowledge of the lung access landscape, competitors, payers and future access trends into access insights and strategies. Collaborate with oncology, pricing, marketing, value implementation, policy, and regional market access teams to provide critical lung market access viewpoints across stakeholder workstreams. Develop payer value proposition and scientific narrative for pipeline assets with lung indications. Lead lung strategy development for selected pipeline assets and lead discussions at key forums and meetings. Monitor oncology global competitors, comparator prices, and strategy. Collaborate with GMAx asset leads to ensure coherent strategy development. Education & Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business or Science related discipline. Master's degree (MBA/MS) or other post‑graduate degree (preferred). Required Knowledge and Skills Oncology knowledge including the lung clinical development space. Understanding of product development and commercialization processes. Knowledge of global payer environment and perspectives in lung cancer. Strong influencing, negotiating, conflict resolution skills. Strategic thinking and integration skills. Experience leading cross‑functional matrix teams. Track record on large and complex strategic initiatives. Strong project management and implementation/operational skills. Ability to develop and communicate scientific-based strategies and messages. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Commercial orientation and business acumen. Preferred Knowledge and Experience 5+ years in oncology and/or market access, pricing, and business development. U.S. market access and product launch experience. Salary Range $190,800.00 – $300,300.00 Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. For more information, visit our benefits page. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As an equal 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 U.S. EEO laws, visit the EEOC website. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merck & Co.