Senior Study Manager, Immunology

Job DescriptionThis position leads the operational planning and execution of one or more clinical trials or significant aspects thereof in our Tulisokibart program. In this position, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership and technical skills as part of a global, cross-functional team. You will apply project management, communication, and collaboration skills in support of our clinical trials. Job ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the operational planning, feasibility, and execution of a clinical trialMay serve as the clinical trial team lead May lead team in key study planning, development, and execution elements (e.g., data management deliverables, trial level plans/timelines, country/site selection, site materials, system updates, investigator meeting planning, communication plans, preparation of status update reports, study close out activities)Leads team for timeline management, risk identification and mitigation, issue resolutionMay facilitate and collaborate with key internal/external stakeholders (e.g., study team, country teams, vendors, committees) in support of clinical study objectivesAccountable for managing any study specific partners and/or vendorsCore SkillsDemonstrated ability to drive and manage operational activities on clinical protocols. This position may represent the company through external partnerships, collaborations, and key strategic engagements. This includes the ability to:Solid knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Council for Harmonisation (ICH)) Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with good planning, time management and prioritization skills Solid understanding of the principles of project planning & project management Good analytical skills to drive operational milestones Influence opinions and decisions of internal and external customers/vendors, across functional areas, and within the division Interact with key stakeholders across department, division, and company. Role requires a proactive approach and leadership driving toward study goalsApplying leadership skills to processes, leading meetings, and influencing peers in a matrix environmentProblem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft office or similar (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.)Education/ExperienceBachelor's Degree and 5+ years of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience -OR-Master's Degree and 3+ years of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience -OR-PhD/PharmD DegreeDegree in life sciences, preferredIdeal candidate would have:Experience in conducting global clinical trials, including trial initiation through database lockHighly Preferred: experience in conducting clinical trials for Gastroenterology, Dermatology or Rheumatology, especially autoimmune or immune-mediated disordersExperience in managing and driving operational activities on protocols for immunology related clinical trialsclinicaltrialjobsRequired Skills: Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Clinical Sciences, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Ethical Standards, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Partner Relationship Management (PRM), People Management, Presentation Delivery, Process Improvements, Stakeholder Alignment, Strategic ThinkingPreferred Skills: Leadership, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Study ManagementCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS 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 RightsEEOC 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 ActsThe primary location for this posting is:USA - Pennsylvania - North Wales (Upper Gwynedd)Where required by law, the compensation range for this role is provided below.The salary range for the primary location of this role is:$117,000.00 - $184,200.00This range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation of the base salary applicable to this role at the time of 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 .Additional location(s): Please note the salary range above applies to the Primary Location of the position. Where a role has other listed locations, different compensation guidelines may apply. You may find the salary ranges for additional locations below. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location.Additional location(s) Compensation Information:San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceLos 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 OrdinanceSearch 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: RegularRelocation:No relocationVISA Sponsorship:NoTravel Requirements:10%Flexible Work Arrangements:Not ApplicableShift:1st - DayValid Driving License:NoHazardous Material(s):N/AJob Posting End Date:10/25/2026*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. SummaryLocation: USA - Pennsylvania - North Wales (Upper Gwynedd); USA - California - San Diego (Science Park Road); USA - New Jersey - RahwayType: Full time