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Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

Merck

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**Job Description**

**Senior Principal Scientist (Senior Medical Director) Translational Medicine, Immunology**

Translational Medicine in our Research & Development Division is responsible for planning and managing an important inflection point in the drug development process, working closely with scientific, regulatory, statistical, and modeling colleagues across the organization to translate the benchtop science of preclinical discovery into compounds ready for assessment in large clinical populations.

We are seeking a highly qualified physician-scientist with a proven track record in both the pharmaceutical industry and independent academic research for a position in our group. Please note that our Senior Principal Scientist title is also equivalent to a Senior Medical Director position.

The preferred candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on Immunology R&D, as well as clinical and academic expertise in Immunology-related areas such as Dermatology, Rheumatology, or Gastroenterology.

For our efforts supporting the Immunology development pipeline, our closest collaborations are with groups based in Boston, MA; however, we will also be open to other locations, including West Point, PA, Upper Gwynned, PA, Rahway, NJ, and San Francisco, CA.

**Translational Medicine Is Specifically Responsible For**

- Contributing to the identification of novel targets by partnering with discovery research teams to bring a clinical insight into the earliest stages of target identification and validation, and executing clinical studies to evaluate the relevance of potential targets to human disease in order to justify investment in full development

- Development of biomarker strategies through cross-functional teams that provide line-of-sight from First-in-Human studies through clinical Proof-of-Concept. This includes Experimental Medicine studies to establish and/or validate novel clinical biomarker platforms.

- Development and execution of the early clinical development strategy for novel therapy/Immunology programs from Preclinical Candidate approval through clinical Proof-of-Concept (Phase 2a), and development and execution of clinical pharmacology strategies for late-stage development programs from Proof-of-Concept (Phase 2a) through worldwide marketing application.

Success depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, creativity, skill, diversity, and teamwork of the people in the group. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork. As part of the global team, you will collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues in Translational Medicine, as well as Discovery Sciences and late-stage Clinical Research while developing and expanding your career.

This role will report directly to the Immunology Therapeutic Area Lead in Translational Medicine.

**Primary responsibilities for the Senior Director (Senior Principal Scientist) include the following:**

- Key member of an early development team, providing leadership in designing and executing early clinical development strategy

- Development and execution of early clinical strategy for novel Immunology assets and therapeutics including authoring initial clinical and biomarker plans for Lead Optimization programs, early clinical development plans for Preclinical Candidate molecules, Phase 1a/b trials and and clinical pharmacology studies for programs in Phases I through IV of development.

- Development and execution of studies to validate clinical platforms utilizing established and novel biomarkers, including imaging, responses to interrogate biological activity in humans.

- Provide clinical expertise for identification and validation of novel targets, including the design of preclinical and/or clinical pharmacology experiments to validate targets and/or pathways

- Safe and timely execution of Phase I studies; close collaboration with internal and external clinical study support staff and scientists (including discovery research, biostatistics, drug metabolism, modeling and simulation, regulatory affairs, and global clinical trials operations)

- Provide clinical pharmacology support for programs through the worldwide marketing application filing including supportive registration documents and presentations

- Provide clear, timely communication and interpretation of study results to therapeutic area governance, functional area experts and development review committees.

- Contribute to assessment of internal and external opportunities identified by Business Development and Licensing

- Interface broadly with key functions including Discovery Sciences, Preclinical Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Toxicology, Translational Biomarkers, Translational Medicine Operations, Translational Medicine-EU, Drug Metabolism/Modeling & Simulation, Regulatory Affairs, and late-stage Clinical Research throughout sites in the USA, UK and Belgium.

**Position Qualifications**

**Education Minimum Requirement**

- MD or MD/PhD

- At least 5-year experience in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical research, preferrable in immunology clinical research, including translational research

- An educational/career track including both independently conceived and executed research and clinical patient care experience

**Required Experience And Skills**

- Proven track record in clinical research in the pharmaceutical industry

- Proven track record in clinical care of patient populations or management of clinical problem-solving, preferably in Dermatology

- Demonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievement. Research expertise in any immunology field is preferred.

- Strong interpersonal, writing and presentation skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environment are essential.

- Board Certification or Eligibility (MD and MD/PhD) preferred

**Required Skills**

Academic Research, Clinical Studies, Clinical Trial Development, Dermatology, Drug Development, Gastroenterology, Immunology, Intellectual Curiosity, Pharmaceutical Research, Rheumatology, Scientific Publications, Scientific Research, Translational Research

**Preferred Skills**

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**Requirements**

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:

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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

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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 salary range for this role is

$286,900.00 - $451,600.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

**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:**

Domestic

**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**

05/7/2026

- A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

**Requisition ID: **R381994

Senior Director (Senior Principal Scientist), Translational Medicine, Immunology

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a 511-bed, equity-led academic medical center and a proud member of the Boston Medical Center Health System. BMC delivers a model of healthcare where innovative and equitable care empowers all patients to thrive. As a premier academic medical center in Boston, a national leader in clinical care, and the largest essential hospital in New England, BMC’s world-class clinicians provide comprehensive care in more than 70 specialties and subspecialties.

BMC understands that health equity is foundational to community wellbeing, and it requires transformative thinking, rewriting policies that have historically underserved communities, creating access to cutting-edge care for all, and co-creating programs with community partners that serve as national models for improving patient outcomes and experiences. We are invested in going above and beyond what is traditionally considered medicine to meet the needs of our communities and address disparities in clinical care and beyond.

By pioneering cutting-edge research and advancing scientific discovery, we are fostering a culture of innovation where novel treatments and therapies are not only effective but also accessible.

Boston Medical Center Health System is an integrated academic healthcare system that models a new kind of excellence in healthcare where clinical and operational innovation meets health equity and access. With more than 15,000 dedicated employees, BMC Health System is committed to advancing scientific discovery and access to care, partnering with our communities, and developing scalable approaches to restore and maintain health.

Visit jobs.bmc.org for career opportunities.

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Company Size: 5,001-10,000 employees

Boston Medical Center (BMC)

**Position Summary**

Full-time position for a pediatric speech language pathologist includes specialized practice in speech and language evaluations and therapy, with additional practice in feeding and swallowing evaluations, therapy, and pediatric modified barium swallow studies, and Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES). Services are provided in both outpatient and inpatient capacities. This role will predominantly be in person, though may incorporate some telehealth practice based on patient population needs. Candidate must be available to work weekends.

Additional responsibilities include documentation, care coordination as it pertains to the patient’s speech and language and/or feeding needs, and collaboration with peers as well as the medical team.

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is more than a hospital. It´s a network of support and care that touches the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England. Emphasizing community-based care, BMC is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all—and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. The hospital is also the primary teaching affiliate of the nationally ranked Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and a founding partner of Boston HealthNet – an integrated health care delivery systems that includes many community health centers. Join BMC today and help us achieve our Vision 2030 which is a long-term goal to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world.

**Position: **Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

**Department: ** Otolaryngology

**Schedule: **Full Time

**Essential Duties & Responsiblities**

-  The Staff Speech-Language Pathologist conducts comprehensive assessments of in and outpatients with disorders of swallowing, communication, voice and cognition.

-  Plans and implements individual/group speech-language pathology treatments to achieve the highest possible level of independence.

-  Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a successful return to home and work environments.

-  Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.

-  Is encouraged to assist in interdisciplinary research.

-  Conducts speech-language pathology evaluation procedures according to professional and departmental guidelines.

-  Establishes treatment goals and plans that reflect the needs of the patients while meeting departmental, institutional, and third party reimbursement requirements.

-  Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment.

-  Consistently demonstrates clinical competence.

-  Complies with departmental, institutional, and accrediting agency policies and standards.

-  Shows evidence of on-going professional growth and knowledge of regulations and standards.

-  Participates in the development and evaluation of speech-language pathology programs.

-  Collaborates with colleagues and other professionals to provide high quality patient care.

-  Orients medical professional staff and the community to speech-language pathology and supervises speech-language pathology students.

-  Utilizes hospital's Values as the basis for decision-making and to facilitate the division's hospital mission.

-  Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures

-  Inpatient coverage and weekends may be required in a rotating fashion once training is provided

-  Pediatric speech language pathologist with expertise in language evaluations and telehealth

**Educations**

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**

-  Work requires a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required**

-  Work requires a current license required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. ASHA membership preferred.

-  Work requires a current CPR certification.

**Knowledge And Skills**

-  Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team.

-  Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.

**Compensation Range**

$46.13- $56.23

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

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Speech Language Pathologist

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