Senior Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Endometrial Cancer
MSDPennsylvania, United States • New Jersey, United States
Posted March 27, 2026
282200 - 444200 USD
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 Senior Clinical Director (Senior Principal Scientist) is responsible for planning and directing clinical research activities involving new or marketed medicines in the Oncology therapeutic area. The role involves managing the entire cycle of clinical development for assigned studies, including study design, initiation, execution, monitoring, analysis, regulatory reporting, and publication.
Requirements
- M.D or M.D./Ph.D.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical medicine
- Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in drug development or biomedical research experience in academia
- Demonstrated success in overseeing clinical studies and protocols
- Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement
- Proven track record in clinical medicine and background in biomedical research
- Strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environment
- Board Certified or Eligible in oncology/hematology or related discipline
- Prior specific experience in clinical research and prior publication
Benefits
- 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