Job Description
We are currently seeking an Oncology Competitive Intelligence Associate Director. This role is responsible for providing Competitive Intelligence (CI) leadership by deeply understanding the external healthcare environment and our company’s internal business.
Primary responsibilities include:
Utilizing business and competitive intelligence to provide unbiased and fact-based competitive insights, benchmarking, and recommendations for commercialization strategies, portfolio prioritization, clinical development/research strategies, and Business Development initiatives.
Analyzing select competitor activities through strategic assessments, such as market situation analysis, strategic forecasting, and operational benchmarking.
Monitoring and benchmarking strategic plans and insights of our company’s competitors, providing early warning for potential threats and opportunities.
Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of relevant healthcare environment matters, including policy, regulatory, and health technology.
Managing efforts for strategic initiatives (strategic projects, competitive workshops, etc.) with key cross-functional stakeholders in support of commercial launch readiness activities.
Developing a global internal network of subject matter experts to share intelligence and support strategic activities.
Education Qualifications:
Advanced degree (MBA, MS, MD, PhD, or equivalent) required.
Required Skills & Experience:
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry (with Master’s) OR minimum of 5+ years of experience (with doctorate degree), with 3 to 5 years’ experience in oncology.
Strong scientific understanding of oncology.
Broad understanding of global pharmaceutical and biotech industries, with in-depth knowledge of drug discovery and development processes.
Superior stakeholder management skills and ability to work as an expert team player.
Location/Commute:
We offer a hybrid work model (combination of In-office 3 days & offsite/remote 2 days). This position cannot be 100% remote.
This role is based at our Headquarters in Rahway (NJ, USA).
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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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U.S. Hybrid Work Model
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.
The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.
Expected US salary range:
$139,600.00 - $219,700.00
Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.
San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
10%
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
n/a
Job Posting End Date:
02/27/2025
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