Dir, Policy/Govern. Relations Health Policy
MSDJapan
Posted February 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
At MSD, known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. For more information, visit www.msd.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
Job Description
The Director, Policy and Government Relations Health Policy will lead the Vaccine Policy Team to accelerate system design and policy implementation to reach more people in Japan with innovative vaccines. The position involves building trust and collaboration with stakeholders, engaging with internal leaders, and leading industry association activities to promote public health benefits.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in the healthcare industry
- Strong passion and sense of mission to protect Japanese citizens from vaccine-preventable diseases
- In-depth knowledge of Japan's healthcare system and healthcare policy
- Excellent Japanese and English communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with global and regional teams
