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Associate Director, Study Manager - Atherosclerosis and Metabolism

$142.4k - $224.1k

Merck

Associate Director role leading operational planning and execution of clinical trials in metabolic disease. Reports to senior management while building and coaching teams across global, cross-functional clinical development programs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead operational planning, feasibility assessment, and execution of clinical trials as Clinical Trial Team lead
  • Direct key study planning and development activities including operational reviews, issue escalation, and senior management presentations
  • Facilitate collaboration between internal teams, subsidiary country teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to support trial objectives
  • Develop and review clinical operations input for protocols and other regulatory documents
  • Coach and mentor junior team members; manage direct and indirect reports including resource allocation and performance management

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 9+ years in pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, or project management; or Master's degree plus 6+ years; or PhD/PharmD plus 2+ years
  • Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and delegate effectively in matrix environments
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with strategic leadership orientation
  • Proven ability to influence and align key internal and external stakeholders across functional areas
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Life sciences degree preferred

Compensation: $142,400–$224,100 base

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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