[Remote] Clinical Director, Clinical Research, Ophthalmology

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Merck is a leading pharmaceutical company, seeking a Clinical Director for Clinical Research in Ophthalmology. The Clinical Director will be responsible for planning and directing clinical research activities, managing the entire cycle of clinical development for assigned studies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful study execution.ResponsibilitiesPlanning clinical trials (designing, collaborating on operational plans, etc.) based on the clinical development strategyMedical oversight and overall conduct of ongoing or new clinical trials for investigational or marketed drugsAnalyzing and summarizing clinical findings from studies to support decisions regarding safety and efficacy as well as new drug applications, clinical study reports, or publicationParticipating in internal and joint internal/external research project teams relevant to the development of new compounds, and the further study of marketed compoundsSupporting business development assessments of external opportunitiesActively engage with other functional areas in support of study executionWork closely with a cross-functional group of experts in commercialization, regulatory affairs, statistics, and manufacturing to manage clinical development projects; andAssist the team in ensuring that other colleagues are informed of the progress of studies of our company and competitors' drugs, andProvide expert opinion, internally and externally, on relevant scientific questions within their responsibilityMaintaining awareness of scientific developments within his/her area of expertise, in terms of new scientific findings, research methodologiesIdentifying scientifically and operationally strong investigators who can assist in the development of our company's investigational and marketed drugsEstablishing communications with prominent clinical investigators in his/her particular field of interest, particularly those who will be willing and able to assist in the evaluation of our company's drugsAttending appropriate scientific meetings to maintain his or her competency and to maintain awareness of research activities in his/her area of responsibilityAuthor detailed development documents, presentations, budgets, and position papers for internal and external audiencesFacilitate collaborations with external researchers around the worldTravel on company business about 25% percent of the time to manage future or ongoing clinical research projectsSkillsM.D or M.D./Ph.DMust have experience in industry or faculty in academiaMinimum of 3 years of clinical medicine experienceMinimum of 1 year of industry experience in ophthalmology drug development or biomedical research experience in academia focused on ophthalmologyDemonstrated record of scientific scholarship and achievementProven track record in clinical medicine and background in biomedical researchStrong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environmentStrong verbal and written communication and presentation skillsBiomedical ResearchClinical DevelopmentClinical DocumentationClinical InvestigationsClinical MedicineClinical ReportingClinical ResearchClinical Trial PlanningClinical TrialsClinical Trial SupportCross-Functional TeamworkDrug DevelopmentEarly Clinical DevelopmentEthical StandardsOphthalmologyOptometryRegulatory RequirementsResearch MethodologiesScientific PublicationsBoard Certified or Eligible in ophthalmology or related disciplinePrior specific experience in clinical research and prior publicationBenefitsAnnual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicableMedical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)Retirement benefits, including 401(k)Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick daysCompany OverviewMerck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.merck.com.