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MSD

Executive Director, Clinical Science, Immunology

MSD

. Provide strategic, scientific, operational, and people leadership across a portfolio of immunology programs spanning multiple development stages .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $255,800 - $402,700 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Clinical Science and Drug Development, with a strong focus on leading high-performing teams and driving strategic initiatives in immunology programs. Proficient in advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance clinical development processes and regulatory readiness.

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Clinical DevelopmentDrug DevelopmentImmunologyAdvanced AnalyticsExecutive Leadership

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Hard Skills
Clinical SciencesRegulatory SubmissionsGlobal Clinical StudiesMatrix LeadershipTalent Development
Soft Skills
Cross-Functional LeadershipStrategic PlanningDecision-MakingOrganizational Change LeadershipPartnership Building
Tools & Technologies
Artificial IntelligenceDigital Capabilities
Certifications & Qualifications
Advanced Scientific DegreeHealthcare Degree
Industry Keywords
Immunology DevelopmentClinical Development PhasesHealth Authority InteractionsTalent PlanningSuccession Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide strategic, scientific, operational, and people leadership across a portfolio of immunology programs spanning multiple development stages
  • Lead a large organization of Clinical Scientists supporting immunology development programs
  • Oversee portfolio delivery, organizational performance, talent development, capability building, and continuous improvement
  • Ensure scientific rigor, patient focus, quality, and regulatory readiness across Clinical Science activities
  • Drive adoption of digital capabilities, advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and data-driven approaches
  • Oversee prioritization, resource alignment, budgets, development milestones, regulatory submissions, health authority interactions, and lifecycle management
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for scientific and resource-related issues
  • Establish standards for medical data review, study oversight, signal detection, data interpretation, and inspection readiness
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Clinical Science organization
  • Build capability through talent planning, succession management, leadership development, and career growth strategies
  • Lead organizational design, workforce planning, resource optimization, and scalable operating models
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives and represent Clinical Science in governance forums and strategic planning activities
  • Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics and Data Management, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance, Translational Medicine, Medical Affairs, and other partners

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD) with at least 10 years of drug development experience; OR Master’s degree, preferably in a life sciences-related field, with at least 15 years of drug development experience
  • Significant experience in drug development with demonstrated success across multiple phases of clinical development
  • Deep expertise in Clinical Science, Clinical Development, and execution of global clinical programs
  • Experience supporting regulatory submissions, health authority interactions, and late-stage development activities
  • Proven leadership experience managing in large, matrixed organizations through multiple levels of management
  • Demonstrated success developing talent, building leadership capability, and creating high-performing teams
  • Familiarity with, or interest in emerging AI, advanced analytics, and digital capabilities applicable to clinical development
  • Experience in immunology development strongly preferred
  • Strategic planning and decision-making skills
  • Ability to identify key tasks and resources needed to achieve strategic objectives
  • Ability to work across organizational boundaries and form effective partnerships
  • Ability to establish role clarity and accountability for strategic initiatives
  • Ability to develop talent and create development plans
  • Ability to lead and implement organizational change
  • Required skills: Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Clinical Development, Clinical Sciences, Cross-Functional Leadership, Drug Development, Executive Leadership, Global Clinical Studies, Immunology, Innovation, Matrix Leadership, Regulatory Submissions, Strategic Leadership, Talent Development
  • US and Puerto Rico residents only
  • VISA Sponsorship: No

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate and sick days
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Domestic relocation