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MSD

Associate Director, Study Manager – Atherosclerosis and Metabolism

MSD

. Participate in strategy and lead operational planning and execution of one or more clinical trials .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $142,400 - $224,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial management, including operational planning, execution, and regulatory compliance. Proven leadership in cross-functional team environments, with strong skills in project management, communication, and stakeholder collaboration.

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Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory Compliance (GCP, ICH)Project ManagementLeadership in Cross-Functional TeamsAnalytical and Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills
Clinical ResearchProject PlanningOperational ReviewsProtocol ReviewProcess ImprovementConflict ResolutionCritical ThinkingResource AssignmentPerformance ManagementStakeholder Alignment
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityDetail Orientation
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeExcelPowerPointWordOutlook
Industry Keywords
PharmaceuticalClinical Drug DevelopmentLife SciencesClinical TrialsVendor Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Participate in strategy and lead operational planning and execution of one or more clinical trials
  • Demonstrate leadership and technical skills as part of a global, cross-functional team
  • Build and coach team members in project management, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Lead operational planning, feasibility, execution, and conduct of clinical trials
  • Serve as Clinical Trial Team lead
  • Direct study planning, development, operational reviews, issue escalation and mitigation, presentations, cross-functional meetings, and governance
  • Facilitate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, subsidiary country teams, vendors, and committees
  • Liaise with partners, vendors, and vendor management teams
  • Review and provide clinical operations input on protocols and other clinical documents
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and/or participate on process improvement teams
  • Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members
  • Potentially manage direct and indirect reports, including resource assignment, professional development, and performance management

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of pharmaceutical, clinical drug development, project management, and/or medical field experience OR Master's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience OR PhD/PharmD Degree and 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Degree in life sciences preferred
  • Strong knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements, including GCP and ICH
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and delegate effectively
  • Ability to develop realistic short- and mid-range project plans
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, conflict-resolution, and critical-thinking skills
  • Leadership skills in programs and processes, meetings, and matrix environments
  • Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
  • Adaptability, collaboration, detail orientation, ethical standards, stakeholder alignment, and strategic thinking
  • Must be a US or Puerto Rico resident
  • No visa sponsorship
  • 10% travel requirement
  • Valid driving license: No

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus
  • Long-term incentive, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
  • Other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate days
  • Sick days
  • No relocation