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Director, Program Lead - Immunology

Merck
September 04, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (North Wales, PA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Program Lead overseeing clinical execution for the Tulisokibart IBD program, leading global, cross-functional teams from strategic planning to post-marketing. Responsibilities: manage operational aspects of multiple clinical trials, support program planning, facilitate stakeholder interactions, oversee resource planning, and contribute to scientific leadership and process improvements. Requirements: Bachelor's degree with 12+ years, Master's with 9+ years, or PhD/PharmD with 6+ years in pharmaceutical/clinical drug development; strong leadership, project management, and GCP/ICH knowledge. High-Value: focus on autoimmune/immune-mediated disorders (e.g., ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), gastrointestinal indications, clinical phases from early to post-approval, vendor management, and regulatory interactions. Collaboration involves internal teams and external vendors, with approximately 10% travel. Work setup: US-based, hybrid work preferred.