Scientific Director of Immunology

We are currently seeking an experienced immunologist/scientist/researcher (preferably with expertise in Inflammatory Bowel Disease or IBD) to join our global competitive intelligence team. This role is responsible for providing expert scientific, clinical, and commercial insights, by deeply understanding the evolving competitive landscapes in IBD and our company's internal business.

• →Utilizing scientific knowledge in IBD to provide unbiased and fact-based recommendations for portfolio prioritization, clinical development/research strategies, and Business Development investments.
• →Partnering with discovery and clinical colleagues to shape internal research programs, and Business Development & Licensing (BD&L) opportunity assessment.
• →Monitoring evolving therapeutic landscapes in IBD and sharing insights into our company's competitors, including early warning for potential threats and opportunities.
• →Analyzing select competitor activities through “deep dives” or strategic assessments, such as strength/weakness analysis, go-to-market strategies, and operational benchmarking.
• →Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of relevant healthcare environment matters, including policy, regulatory, and health technology.
• →Developing a global internal network of subject matter experts to share intelligence and support strategic activities.
• →Supporting the design and execution of competitive planning initiatives for products subject to significant competitive events.
• →Applying ethical and legal standards to all competitive intelligence activities. 
  

• We offer Hybrid Work Model (combination of In-office 3 days & offsite/remote 2 days). This position cannot be 100% remote.
• This role is based at our Headquarters in Rahway, NJ, USA or Upper Gwynedd, PA, USA

• Advanced degree (PhD, MD, MS, MBA, or equivalent) required.

• PhD and 8+ years of experience OR Masters degree and 10+ years of experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, with 3-5+ years in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, or immuno-oncology field
• Strong scientific understanding of immunology indications, specifically Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s disease, and other related diseases
• Broad understanding of global pharmaceutical and biotech industries, with in-depth knowledge of drug discovery and development processes
• Superior stakeholder management skills and ability to work as an expert collaborator
• Demonstrated leadership, influencing skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and ability to manage complexity
• Ability to build and manage collaborative relationships, specifically with senior management.

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The salary range for this role is

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 https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.