AVP/Section Head, Metabolism

19 hours ago


Rahway NJ United States Merck Sharp & Dohme Full time

Job Description

The Associate Vice President (AVP)/ Metabolism Section Head in the Atherosclerosis & Metabolism Therapeutic Area within Global Clinical Development will focus on driving strategy, development, and life-cycle management activities for assets and products for the treatment of metabolic disorders, with emphasis on obesity and obesity-related metabolic disorders including Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH).

The individual will be responsible for overseeing Product Development Team Leaders and Clinical Directors within their group to ensure successful execution of programs according to approved strategies and development plans, and to ensure optimal trial design and monitoring of studies, producing high-quality clinical documents and presentations. The position requires a solid understanding of the disease area, the functions and processes relevant to drug development, and project management principles applicable to the pharmaceutical industry.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Leads late-stage development for multiple Metabolism projects, including pipeline candidates and licensed products
  • Supervises development of clinical documents including protocols, clinical study reports, and background documents for internal use or for submission to regulatory agencies
  • Interfaces with functional experts across the enterprise to ensure operational excellence in the late development of assets within the Metabolism Section of Global Clinical Development
  • May serve as a senior therapeutic area content expert within the company, providing input into research and business development priorities and prioritization of clinical assets
  • May serve as the senior liaison for relevant stakeholders in the external community (Scientific Leaders, Patient Community, Payers, Regulatory Agencies)
  • Responsible for managing, coaching, and mentoring Clinical Directors and developing the future talent pool

Education:

  • M.D or M.D./Ph.D.
  • Board Certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Obesity Medicine; or Gastroenterology preferred.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Relevant industry experience bringing drugs and leading teams through various stages of clinical development, with emphasis on late-stage development
  • Experience with planning and execution of strategies for product registration, commercialization and life-cycle management
  • Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of hiring, mentoring, and retaining top talent
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and network well within the organization; widely recognized within the organization as an expert in metabolic disorders and drug development
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and manage, with appropriate support, the resources, time, and budgets for assigned projects; is business-savvy and results-oriented
  • Proven ability to analyze, recommend, and communicate scientific information and influence cross-functional team initiatives
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence to successfully engage with internal senior leaders and the external scientific community.

This is a US site-based role, which includes Rahway, NJ, Upper Gwynedd, PA and Boston, MA.

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting End Date: 11/16/2024

Requisition ID: R319711

#J-18808-Ljbffr
  • Section Head

    5 months ago


    Winston Salem, NC, United States Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Full time

    The Department of Pediatrics at Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM)/ Brenner Children s Hospital is seeking a dynamic and energetic leader as Head of the Section of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Candidates must have a record of proven health care leadership, excellence in research, clinical care, education, and/or administrative accomplishments....

  • Head of Section

    2 days ago


    Arlington, TX, United States DNV Full time

    About us We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world s most successful organizations, we...


  • Chicago, IL, United States Rush University Medical Center Full time

    Section Head, Division of Laryngology - Clinical Faculty Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL Rush University Medical Center , a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of Section Head of Laryngology and...


  • Washington, DC, United States Digital Library Federation Full time

    This position is located in the Africa Section, African, Latin American and Western European Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services, Library of Congress . The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustment for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area for GS-14 . Although it is the...


  • Englewood, CO, United States Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Full time

    Section Head, Roadway Engineering Highway Engineering Englewood, CO ID: 22046 Full-Time/Regular Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private...

  • AFC Testing Lead

    4 weeks ago


    Jacksonville, FL, United States Madison-Davis, LLC Full time

    Investment bank located in Jacksonville, Florida looking to bring on board a “AFC Testing Lead - AVP” to join their team. They are currently in a hybrid capacity, requiring 2 days a week in the office. Responsibilities:• Conduct AFC Testing under the direction of the Americas Head of Compliance and AFC Testing & QA, Americas Deputy Head of AFC Testing...


  • Washington, DC, United States Digital Library Federation Full time

    This position is located in the South America Section, African, Latin American and Western European Division, Acquisitions and Bibliographic Access Directorate, Discovery and Preservation Services, Library of Congress . The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustment for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area for GS-14 . Although it is the...


  • Chicago, IL, United States Rush University Medical Center Full time

    Section Head, Division of Laryngology – Clinical FacultyRush University Medical CenterChicago, ILRush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of Section Head of Laryngology and...


  • Seattle, WA, United States Stars Restaurant Full time

    Overview Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington is recruiting a BE/BCPsychiatrist for the position Consult Liaison Psychiatrist and Section Head for Virginia Mason Medical Center Hospital, in Seattle. Responsibilities This is a hospital-based position that works cooperatively with the medical, surgical, emergency and social work...


  • Chicago, IL, United States Northwestern University Full time

    The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and the Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine seek a nationally recognized leader in the clinician-educator track to be Section Head of Neuro-Oncology and the Director of the Brain Tumor Program. The successful candidate...


  • Middleburg, FL, United States KA Recruiting Inc. Full time

    CLINICAL LABORATORY SECTION COORDINATOR NEEDED IN NORTH FLORIDA full time, permanent position extremely competitive pay excellent benefits FL Supervisor license or Eligible National certification required Performs procedures & analyze testing samples Assist department head in developing talent & training Provide feedback to Lab Manager regarding overall...


  • Middleburg, FL, United States KA Recruiting Inc. Full time

    CLINICAL LABORATORY SECTION COORDINATOR NEEDED IN NORTH FLORIDA full time, permanent position extremely competitive pay excellent benefits FL Supervisor license or Eligible National certification required Performs procedures & analyze testing samples Assist department head in developing talent & training Provide feedback to Lab Manager regarding overall...


  • Camden, NJ, United States Insight Global Full time

    A large healthcare system local to South Jersey is looking to hire an Executive Admin to support their AVP and two department heads/chairs. This role involves managing daily calendars for institute leaders, such as chiefs, chairs, and AVPs, and assisting them with departmental and academic reports and presentations. This person will also be responsible for...


  • Richmond, VA, United States First Bank Full time

    Westhampton, Richmond, VA 23226, USA Req #345 Tuesday, November 26, 2024 Position Purpose : The purpose of the AVP/Banking Center Manager position is to provide leadership to the staff, foster a positive environment, ensure the highest level of service, and to continually increase sales performance of their branch office. This is a key role within Retail...


  • Boston, MA, United States Takeda Pharmaceutical Full time

    By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job...


  • Berkeley Heights, NJ, United States Westfield Insurance Full time

    AVP/VP Underwriting Governance - Westfield Specialty Create, manage, and execute quality underwriting review strategies/plans across multiple lines of business, including external delegated underwriting authorities (MGAs). Design, implement, and execute critical governance controls across all Insurance lines of specialty insurance business with a focus on...


  • Evanston, IL, United States NorthShore University HealthSystem Full time

    Position Highlights: Position: Trauma Acute Care Surgeon, Section Head Location: Evanston, IL Full Time Hours: Flexible Work Schedule A Brief Overview: You will join a team of 28 partners in the multispecialty General Surgery Division, specifically with 9 surgeons dedicated to acute care/trauma services. The division is also comprised of fellowship...


  • New York, NY, United States Veracity Full time

    About Veracity: Veracity is transforming energy and weight health by optimizing metabolism through innovative, drug-free solutions. Our hero product, Metabolism Ignite, is powered by a groundbreaking blend of plant polyphenols that improve metabolism at the cellular level, delivering clinically proven weight loss without adverse side effects. By addressing...


  • Boston, MA, United States Brigham and Women's Hospital Full time

    Job DescriptionFULL TIME 40 HOURS/ RESEARCH Nurse Practitioner, M.S. / Men's Health, Aging and Metabolism Job SummaryThe Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Department of Men's Health, Aging and Metabolism Research functions independently, strategizing primarily with the Principal Investigator (with a dotted line to Departmental Administrator), and is responsible...


  • Bridgewater Township, NJ, United States Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals Full time

    Job Description: The Head of Pharmacology and Toxicology is responsible for developing the strategy for pharmacology and toxicology studies of new drugs, leading safety assessments, and ensuring that safety evaluations comply with international standards. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and CROs to integrate toxicology findings...