Associate Director, Enterprise Team Human Resources Site Lead (Wilmington, DE)
Merck
September 30, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Wilmington, DE)
Worldwide
Human Resources
Role: The Wilmington Biotech site HR lead will serve as the primary HR partner for a new state-of-the-art facility focused on high-potent drug substances and biologics, including ADCs. Objectives include shaping and executing talent, diversity, organizational design, and change management strategies aligned with the site’s startup and operational goals. Responsibilities encompass providing strategic HR and coaching to site leadership, supporting workforce planning, organizational restructuring, and fostering a culture of inclusion and performance. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with global HR, R&D, and operational teams, particularly during the site’s construction and launch phases. Qualifications: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field, with 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including expertise in organizational development, change management, and talent strategy. Experience supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing, supply, or biologics is preferred. Skills include influence, coaching, data analytics, HR systems, and legal knowledge of employment practices. The position requires onsite presence starting early 2027 and involves approximately 10% travel. The role is hybrid based in Wilmington, DE.