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Senior Director of Clinical Science - Hematology

Merck
September 09, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (South San Francisco, CA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Senior Director, Clinical Science – Hematology, providing strategic scientific leadership across hematologic cancer programs. Responsibilities: shape disease area strategy, support study design and data interpretation, promote scientific standardization, and lead cross-functional collaborations with Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs. Oversee scientific insights integration, portfolio governance, and develop talent within a matrix environment. Qualifications: PhD or PharmD + 7+ years in hematology drug development; deep expertise in hematologic cancers, clinical trial design, and development strategies. Experience in oncology clinical development, data review, and cross-study insights is required. High-Value: focus on hematologic malignancies, biologics or small molecules, early to late-phase development, with exposure to regulatory interactions. Cross-functional leadership and people management skills are essential. Travel: 0-25%. Work setup: hybrid, US-based. The role emphasizes scientific excellence, strategic influence, and leadership within a complex biopharma environment.