Associate Director, Oncology Treatment Site Lead - Midwest Territory (IN, KY, MI)
Merck
August 19, 2026
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Associate Director Oncology Treatment Site Lead (TSL), field-based to support operational readiness and execution for an upcoming U.S. launch of an oncology mRNA-based neoantigen therapy for melanoma. Responsibilities: lead onboarding, educate treatment sites on workflows and logistics, serve as the operational SME, address site issues through cross-functional collaboration, and utilize data to improve processes. Focused on ensuring consistent, reliable site execution across the treatment journey, from onboarding to steady-state operations. Qualifications: bachelor's degree, 5+ years in healthcare or life sciences, with expertise in provider operations, complex therapy workflows, and healthcare ecosystem navigation. Skills include operational problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and strong communication. High-value: oncology (melanoma), mRNA biologics, early-stage clinical development, extensive site operational support, cross-functional coordination, and travel (~50%). Location: Midwest territory (IN, KY, MI), remote with significant travel.