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Associate Director, Oncology Treatment Site Lead - Philly Territory (NJ, PA)

Merck
August 19, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Philadelphia, PA
Operations
Role: Associate Director Oncology Treatment Site Lead (TSL), field-based, supporting operational site readiness for an upcoming U.S. oncology mRNA neoantigen therapy launch for early-stage melanoma. Objectives: ensure treatment sites are operationally prepared for onboarding, logistics, workflows, and steady-state treatment delivery post-approval. Responsibilities: lead site onboarding, deliver operational education, act as the primary operational contact, troubleshoot issues through cross-functional collaboration, build relationships with site stakeholders, and utilize data to optimize processes. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, minimum 5 years in healthcare or life sciences, with experience in provider operations, account management, or complex therapies; strong understanding of healthcare ecosystem and oncology workflows; proven ability to manage complex operational processes and stakeholder relationships; excellent communication and leadership skills. Travel requirement: ~50%. Preferred: experience with advanced therapies such as cell, gene, or radioligand therapies, and navigating large oncology systems. Location: based in PA/NJ (Philly area). This role emphasizes operational and logistical support for innovative, individualized cancer treatments, with a focus on collaboration across cross-functional teams and treatment sites to ensure seamless product integration and execution.