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Associate Director, Clinical Scientist, Ophthalmology

Job in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02297, USA
Listing for: Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Clinical Research, Medical Science
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description This position drives scientific planning, strategy, and execution of Phase 1-4 clinical studies. Under the direction of the Program Lead, you will collaborate with global cross ­functional team members including clinical directors and study managers to lead/support clinical trial scientific activities.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for the clinical/scientific execution of clinical protocol(s).Serves as the lead clinical scientist on the clinical trial team.

Collaborates with the Medical Writer on clinical/scientific and regulatory documents.

Partners with Study Manager on study deliverables.

Participates in the set up and design during study start up (e.g., database set up)
Lead medical monitoring team in review and interpretation of clinical data/medical protocol deviations in collaboration with the Clinical Director.

Builds talent and capabilities of direct/indirect team members through proactive coaching, mentoring and development opportunities.

May include management of direct reports including assignment of resources, professional development, and performance management.

May serve as a subject matter expert and/or participate on process improvement teams.

Core Skills Demonstrated ability to drive and manage scientific activities on clinical protocols. This position may represent the company through external partnerships, collaborations, and key strategic engagements. This includes the ability to:

Apply strong knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP and ICH)
Manage multiple competing priorities with good planning, time management, and prioritization skills

Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret clinical trial data and synthesize conclusions

Interact with key stakeholders across department, division, and company. Role requires a proactive approach, strategic thinking and leadership driving toward study goals.

Influence opinions and decisions of internal and external customers/vendors, across functional areas, and within the division

Demonstrated ability to effectively delegate and assign activities to meet the business needs

Problem solving, prioritization, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills

Build team capabilities through proactive coaching

Advanced communication, technical writing, and presentation skills

Education/Experience Preferred Bachelor's Degree +8 years of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience in ophthalmologyOR master's degree +6 year of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience in ophthalmologyOR PhD/PharmD Degree +4 year of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience

Degree in life sciences, preferred.

Required Skills:

Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Clinical Sciences, Clinical Trial Documentation, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Life Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Strategic Thinking, Study Design Preferred

Skills:

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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.

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…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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