Executive Director, Product Development Team Leader, Clinical Research, Hematology - Lymphoma

Executive Director (Distinguished Scientist) – Product Development Team Lead Lead planning and execution of late‑stage clinical research for oncology and hematology medicines. Oversee the entire cycle of development from Phase 2 to Phase 5, including strategy, design, protocol development, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, and publication. Provide scientific leadership across cross‑functional teams and act as the primary spokesperson for product development. Responsibilities Develop and execute clinical development strategies for investigational and marketed medicines, integrating scientific, regulatory, commercial, and competitive insights. Design and launch clinical trials (Phase2–5), including protocol authoring, operational plans, and site selection. Monitor ongoing trials, manage data collection, ensure compliance, and drive analysis to inform safety/efficacy decisions. Lead cross‑functional product development teams, coordinating with commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, and manufacturing. Integrate input from all perspectives into a cohesive strategic plan, acting as the product development team spokesperson. Analyze and summarize clinical findings to support new drug applications, clinical study reports, and publications. Participate in internal and external research project teams focused on early‑stage compounds and further study of marketed products. Support business development by assessing external opportunities and collaborating with partners. Supervise Clinical Directors and Senior Clinical Directors, fostering a high‑performance culture. Lead governance presentations to senior management and committees; communicate progress, key changes, and cross‑functional collaboration needs. Maintain an up‑to‑date scientific knowledge base, identify strong investigators, establish collaborations, and attend relevant scientific meetings. Author detailed development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external stakeholders. Travel approximately 20% of the time to oversee clinical research projects. Education M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. Required Experience and Skills Minimum 3years of clinical medicine experience. Minimum 5years of industry experience in drug development with a record of overseeing multiple studies through completion. Experience authoring regulatory documents and leading discussions with regulatory agencies. Demonstrated scientific scholarship and achievement. Strong track record in clinical medicine and biomedical research. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; ability to work effectively in a matrix environment. Superior verbal, written, and presentation communication. Preferred Experience and Skills Board certification or eligibility in Oncology, Hematology, or a related discipline. Lymphoma experience. Prior experience in clinical research and publication record. Product registration experience. Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $310,900–$489,400 (annual, before taxes). Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive if applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days. For more details, visit the company’s compensation and benefits information page. Equal Employment Opportunity 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 legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Application Process Applications are accepted through the company website. The posting expires on 06/11/2026. Candidates may request accommodations during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr MSD Malaysia