Senior Clinical Scientist- Cardiovascular (PA/NJ)

Job title:

Senior Clinical Scientist- Cardiovascular (PA/NJ)

Company

MSD

Job description

Job DescriptionOur Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance team push the boundaries of global healthcare through research and innovation. Through clinical trials and surveillance, we ensure the safety and efficacy of our existing and pipeline products to produce safe, effective, innovative medicine.The Clinical Sciences & Study Management (CSSM) department is building the world’s best Research and Development (R&D) team for new medicines and vaccines – and you can help make us even better.Primary ResponsibilitiesAccountable for the clinical/scientific execution of the clinical protocolAccountable for the scientific aspects of the implementation and conduct of a clinical trial (e.g., investigator meeting presentations, safety and medical monitoring)May serve as the CSSM scientific representative on the Clinical Trial Team (CTT)May work closely with the Medical Writer on clinical/scientific and regulatory documents and the Study Manager on study deliverables.May provide tactical/scientific guidance to other clinical scientists.Minimum education required:Bachelor’s degree + 5 years OR Master’s + 3 years Pharmaceutical and/or clinical drug development experience OR PhD / PharmD. Degree in life sciences, preferred.Required experience & skills:Solid knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP and ICH) • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with good planning, time management and prioritization skillsStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret clinical trial data and synthesize conclusionsInteract with key stakeholders across department, division, and company. Role requires a proactive approach, strategic thinking and leadership in driving toward study goals.Influence opinions and decisions of internal and external customers/vendors, across functional areas, and within the divisionApplying leadership skills to processes, leading meetings, and influencing peers in a matrix environment.Problem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skillsBuild team capabilities through proactive coachingStrong communication, technical writing, and presentation skillsNOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.Residents of Coloradoto request this role’s pay range.GCTOCSSMMRLGCTOCSSMGenMed#eligibleforERPEmployees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.Current Employees applyCurrent Contingent Workers applySecondary Language(s) Job DescriptionUS 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 if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.U.S. Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, generally Tuesday, Wednesday and either Monday or Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.Under New York State, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.Expected salary range: $111,400.00 – $175,300.00Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed .Search 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/a

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Location

Gwynedd, PA – Wales

Job date

Sat, 04 May 2024 03:28:18 GMT

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