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Merck Sharp & Dohme Farmaceutica3 days ago

Director, Global Oncology Insights and Engagement

$173,200–$272,600 year

Hybrid · Rahway, New Jersey, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Senior Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Unknown

Job Summary

Director, Global Oncology Insights and Engagement leads strategic insight generation and cross-functional orchestration for Global Oncology, partnering with DHH and marketing to translate data-driven insights into pipeline strategy, go-to-market decisions, and launch excellence. Responsibilities include developing an analytics roadmap, integrating primary and secondary data (claims, EMR, syndicated reports, competitive intelligence), communicating advanced analytics to senior leaders, and leading a global team across on-shore/off-shore locations. Focus areas include leveraging AI to strengthen analytic capabilities, delivering decision-ready outputs, and aligning cross-functional teams on scope, timelines, and outputs. Leadership responsibilities encompass mentoring Associate Directors, Senior Specialists, and Specialists, driving a culture of impact, innovation, and continuous learning. Preferred and required qualifications emphasize broad data analytics expertise in healthcare/pharma, experience with healthcare data (EMR/EHR, claims), and strong storytelling and stakeholder management. The role is hybrid with 10% travel, based in the US with locations in Rahway, NJ and Upper Gwynedd, PA.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Decision Science, Marketing, Engineering, Public Health, or equivalent scientific/commercial discipline
  • Eight or more (8+) years of experience in marketing, data insights and analytics, strategic planning, or related roles within pharmaceutical, biotech, consulting, or healthcare industry
  • Two or more (2+) years of people leadership experience
  • Knowledge in mining patient medical claims/EMR data with a strategic mindset

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Decision Science, Marketing, Engineering, Public Health, or equivalent scientific/commercial discipline
  • Eight or more years of experience in marketing, data insights and analytics, strategic planning, or related roles within pharmaceutical, biotech, consulting, or healthcare industry
  • Two or more years of people leadership experience
  • Knowledge in mining patient medical claims/EMR data with a strategic mindset
  • Strategic problem-solving skills
  • Ability to consolidate and synthesize primary/secondary data insights
  • Self-motivated, proactive mindset, learning agility
  • Ability to work independently and navigate ambiguity
  • Story-telling and executive presence with senior leaders
  • Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills, and stakeholder management
  • Strong business acumen and consultative skills
  • Effective organizational and project management skills
  • Innovative thinking with affinity toward experimentation and appropriate risk-taking
  • Awareness of the opportunities, limitations, and responsible use of AI in a regulated environment
  • Prior hands-on experience working with healthcare data, especially EMR/EHR, Claims Data
  • Preferred Experience in Life Science or consulting industry
  • Prior experience in Oncology
  • Global experience, specifically as it pertains to data and analytics
  • Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, PharmD, PhD) appreciated but not required

Additional Requirements

  • US residency required
  • Domestic relocation sponsorship available
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