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Subject to applicable law, all prospective hires will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for covid-19 or intend to be vaccinated for covid-19 by november 1, 2021, or qualify for a medical or religious accommodation to this vaccination requirementHired candidates who are not vaccinated by november 1, 2021, and who have not been approved for a legally-required medical or religious accommodation will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, in accordance with applicable law.
Our oncology team is dedicated to delivering breakthrough innovations that extend and improve the lives of cancer patients worldwideOur team of forward-thinking individuals achieve this through an unwavering commitment to support accessibility to medicine, providing new therapeutic solutions, and collaborating with governments and payers to ensure that people who need medicines have access to themOur focus is on innovation and launch execution excellence; we translate breakthrough science into innovative medicines that help people with cancer across the globe.
We are currently recruiting for an associate director, us oncology marketing – head & neck cancersThe position will report to the us oncology marketing leader for head & neck cancersThis role will focus on planning for future launches, while helping to drive the current business for head and neck cancersThe role will require outstanding leadership in several areas including strategy development and direction, problem solving, collaboration, and precision execution.
To ensure a robust marketing experience, with broad skill/competency development over time, this position is designed to be flexible and may focus on any aspect of marketing over time, based on the business needs and/or the capabilities and developmental needs of the teamThe initial focus of the role is outlined below, but the role could include or shift to other aspects of marketing in the future.
Initial responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following areas focused on future launches:
Healthcare provider strategy development.
Market research lead.
Head & neck portfolio strategy.
Competitive strategy and landscape analysis.
Education:
Required bachelor`s degree.
Required:
Strong relationship building, problem solving, innovative thinking, teamwork, analytical, and written/verbal communication skills.
Strength managing complexity and multiple competing priorities.
Ability to clearly articulate strategic choices, opportunities, and risks.
Experience influencing without direct authority and working successfully with cross-functional teams.
Requires up to 20% travel, including some weekends.
Preferred:
5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
2+ years of pharmaceutical/oncology marketing experience.
Healthcare provider promotion experience and experience bringing materials through legal, regulatory, and clinical review.
Direct customer experience (sales, sales leadership, etc.).
Experience leading development of strategic/tactical plans and budget management.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, working outside existing processes or structures.
Test and learn mindset to drive culture of innovation.
Ability to focus on patient and customer experience, while achieving business priorities.
Committed to applying agile values, principles, and practices.
Position location: upper gwynedd, pa or virtual/remote
Our human health division maintains a “patient first, profits later” ideologyThe organization is comprised of sales, marketing, market access, digital analytics and commercial professionals who are passionate about their role in bringing our medicines to our customers worldwide.
Who we are …
We are known as merck & co., inc., kenilworth, new jersey, usa in the united states and canada and msd everywhere elseFor more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world`s most challenging diseasesToday, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.
What we look for …
Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the worldHere, you have that opportunityYou can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our timeOur team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.
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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people togetherThe fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environmentWe encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectivelyWe are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
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Employee status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
Visa sponsorship:
No
Travel requirements:
25%
Flexible work arrangements:
Remote work
Shift:
Valid driving license:
Hazardous material(s):
Number of openings:
1
Requisition id: r142190
