Senior Director, Clinical Data Intelligence & Medical Monitoring Innovation
Merck
September 29, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Boston, MA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Director leading Clinical Data Intelligence & Medical Monitoring Innovation within Clinical Development, focusing on digital analytics and AI to modernize data review and patient safety monitoring. Responsibilities: drive organizational change, develop scalable AI-enabled tools, collaborate with clinical science and IT teams, and lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance safety signal detection, data quality, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities also include overseeing training, change management, and adoption strategies, representing clinical workflows in digital projects, and ensuring compliance and governance of new capabilities. Leadership: manage and mentor the Innovation Team, align project portfolios with strategic priorities, and foster a culture of technological excellence and continuous improvement. Requirements: PhD, PharmD, or equivalent with 8+ years (or Master's with 12+ years, Bachelor's with 15+ years) experience, including at least 5 years as a Clinical Scientist in pharma/clinical development, with deep expertise in clinical data review, medical monitoring, and AI/machine learning in a regulated environment. Skills: AI, visual analytics platforms (e.g., Spotfire, Tableau), digital transformation in clinical settings, stakeholder influence, and cross-functional collaboration. High-value: focus on modernizing clinical safety and data review processes across all therapeutic areas, with a 25% travel requirement, hybrid work setup, and a focus on impactful digital innovations.