Below is a list of current Epidemiology positions available at
Merck Research Laboratories.
Contact:
Danielle Knight, MBA, CDR
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www.merck.com/careersAchieving the Best Results Begins with Recruiting the Right People Merck is an equal opportunity employer.Associate Director of Scientific Staff--Epidemiology
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000130)Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first.
Join us and experience our culture first-hand – one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
The chosen candidate will be responsible for the planning, execution, coordination of research activities/functions, analysis, writing reports, and presenting results from epidemiologic research studies conducted within Merck Research Laboratories, with a primary focus upon Infectious Disease. He/she will independently handle assigned duties and trouble shooting to ensure that objectives of the epidemiologic research program are met in a timely manner. Works closely with Marketing, Clinical Research and Epidemiology, and Safety Assessment/Risk Management may work with external study investigators at external sites to coordinate activities for epidemiologic research programs.
PhD degree in Epidemiology or a closely related discipline, with at least four years experience in a clinical or research Infectious Disease environment. The desired candidate will have demonstrated expertise for at least four years working in infectious disease, including senior level project management ( or principal investigator ), and direct supervisory experience. In addition to epidemiologic expertise, the candidate should have exposure to statistics, basic sciences and/or medical research. Must have strong communication, interaction and organizational skills, academic or practical experience in study design, and a basic knowledge of epidemiologic research, including statistics commonly used in epidemiologic studies. Must be familiar with the basic operation of computer systems and more than one computer language or software package used to process epidemiologic data. The position will support Infectious Disease drug or vaccine development from preclinical through post-licensure phases, and may include estimation of burden of disease and risk management support, through the design and conduct of specific studies. This position provides a senior level opportunity to interface with colleagues across Merck Research Laboratories as well as with marketing, and contribute to strategy, clinical development, and regulatory aspects of Infectious Disease drug or vaccine development.
Associate Director of Scientific Staff--Epidemiology
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000135)Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first.
Join us and experience our culture first-hand – one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
The chosen candidate will be responsible for the planning and executing advanced studies towards objectives assigned or approved by Research Management, the execution of which may require providing technical direction to a small staff of professionals. Carries out research endeavors by concentrating in a technical or scientific specialty leading to recognition within the company or the profession on the basis of professional competence. Exercises a high degree of sophistication in research and in the approach to problems encountered.
Collaborates with team in the design of research programs in his/her own or related fields. Consults with the manager or other product leaders relative to progress and results; otherwise proceeds independently, carrying full responsibility for the knowledge and application of all pertinent literature.
Accumulates and prepares data within his/her areas of responsibility. Develops or modifies techniques and devises and reduces to practice testing procedures deemed useful in pertinent evaluations.
Identifies scientific and technical problems arising in the development of new and existing products, proposes solution strategies, and where appropriate, obtains the solution.May supply technical direction to a group of professional and non-professional staff members. Such direction would include the planning, scheduling, and assignment of work within the program area. Broadens and develops the technical competence of assigned staff members while exercising minimal administrative responsibility.
PhD in Epidemiology or closely related field or MD with Masters in Epidemiology is required.
Good communication skills (written and oral), experience as leader of teams, collaborative research experience, analytic knowledge, industry experience is desirable, experience in designing, implementing, analyzing and interpreting epidemiology studies and/or outcomes research studies, experience in drug and/or vaccine epidemiology and/or safety desirable.
Consistently cited as a great place to work, we discover, develop, manufacture and market a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. Each of our employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose – bringing Merck’s finest achievements to people around the world.
We offer an excellent salary and an industry-ranked benefits program, including tuition reimbursement, work-life balance initiatives and developmental programs at all levels. Merck’s retirement package includes a pension plan and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation.
To be considered for this position, please visit our career site at www.merck.com/careers to create a profile and submit your resume for requisition # EPI000135. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.
Associate Director of Scientific Staff--Epidemiology
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000133)Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first.
Join us and experience our culture first-hand — one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
The chosen candidate will be responsible for the planning and executing advanced studies towards objectives assigned or approved by Research Management, the execution of which may require providing technical direction to a small staff of professionals. Carries out research endeavors by concentrating in a technical or scientific specialty leading to recognition within the company or the profession on the basis of professional competence. Exercises a high degree of sophistication in research and in the approach to problems encountered.
Collaborates with team in the design of research programs in his/her own or related fields. Consults with the manager or other product leaders relative to progress and results; otherwise proceeds independently, carrying full responsibility for the knowledge and application of all pertinent literature.
Accumulates and prepares data within his/her areas of responsibility. Develops or modifies techniques and devises and reduces to practice testing procedures deemed useful in pertinent evaluations.
Identifies scientific and technical problems arising in the development of new and existing products, proposes solution strategies, and where appropriate, obtains the solution.May supply technical direction to a group of professional and non-professional staff members. Such direction would include the planning, scheduling, and assignment of work within the program area. Broadens and develops the technical competence of assigned staff members while exercising minimal administrative responsibility.
PhD in Epidemiology or closely related field or MD with Masters in Epidemiology is required. At least four years experience applying epidemiological statistical methods preferred.
Good communication skills (written and oral), experience as leader of teams, collaborative research experience, analytic knowledge, industry experience is desirable, experience in designing, implementing, analyzing and interpreting epidemiology studies and/or outcomes research studies, experience in drug and/or vaccine epidemiology and/or safety desirable.
Consistently cited as a great place to work, we discover, develop, manufacture and market a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. Each of our employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose — bringing Merck’s finest achievements to people around the world.
We offer an excellent salary and an industry-ranked benefits program, including tuition reimbursement, work-life balance initiatives and developmental programs at all levels. Merck’s retirement package includes a pension plan and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation.
To be considered for this position, please visit our career site at www.merck.com/careers to create a profile and submit your resume for requisition # EPI000133. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V — proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.
Associate Director of Scientific Staff--Epidemiology
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000127)Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first.
Join us and experience our culture first-hand – one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
The chosen candidate will be responsible for the planning, execution, coordination of research activities/functions, analysis, writing reports, and presenting results from epidemiologic research studies conducted within Merck Research Laboratories, with a primary focus upon cardiovascular desease. He/she will independently handle assigned duties and trouble shooting to ensure that objectives of the epidemiologic research program are met in a timely manner. Works closely with Marketing, Clinical Research and Epidemiology, and Safety Assessment/Risk Management may work with external study investigators at external sites to coordinate activities for epidemiologic research programs.
PhD degree in Epidemiology or a closely related discipline, with at least four years experience in a clinical, research, cardiovascular diseases or related chronic disease field . The desired candidate will have demonstrated expertise for at least four years working in cardiovascular disease or related field, including senior level project management ( or principal investigator ), and direct supervisory experience. In addition to epidemiologic expertise, the candidate must have exposure to statistics, basic sciences and/or medical research. Must have strong communication, interaction and organizational skills, academic or practical experience in experimental design, and a basic knowledge of epidemiologic research, including statistics commonly used in epidemiologic studies. Must be familiar with the basic operation of computer systems and more than one computer language or software package used to process epidemiologic data. The position will support cardiovascular disease drug development from preclinical through post-licensure phases, and may include estimation of burden of disease, development and validation of patient-reported outcome measures, and risk management support, through the design and conduct of post-licensure safety studies. This position provides a senior level opportunity to interface with colleagues across Merck Research Laboratories as well as with marketing, and contribute to strategy, clinical development, and regulatory aspects of cardiovascular disease drug development.
Epidemiologist Program Coordinator Specialist
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000132)Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first.
Join us and experience our culture first-hand – one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.
This position provides support in the planning, administration, execution, progress reporting, control analysis, and summarization of results from epidemiologic research studies conducted within Merck Research Laboratories, handling assigned duties and trouble-shooting to ensure that objectives of the epidemiologic research program are met in a timely manner. Works closely with Clinical Research, Regulatory, Biostatistics, Corporate Computer Resources and personnel at external investigator sites in coordinating activities for epidemiologic research programs.
Bachelor's degree in Epidemiology (or a closely related discipline, such as Biostatistics, Biometry, Public Health, Biological Sciences or related discipline) plus at least five (5) years related job experience or a Master's degree plus four (4) years related job experience. Exposure to statistics and basic sciences and/or medical research required. Must have experience in clinical or epidemiological research. Must possess strong communications and organizational skills along with academic or practical experience in experimental design and knowledge of regulations pertaining to clinical research, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. Must be familiar with basic operation of personal computer systems and more than one computer language or software package used to process epidemiologic data.
Epidemiologist Program Coordinator Specialist
Epidemiologist Program Coordinator Manager
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000137)Coordinates in all aspects of epidemiologic research studies, including preparation of the study protocol and design of studies, ordering and shipping of all equipment and supplies, design and preparation of data collection forms, tabulating data and preparing data summaries for regulatory submissions, publications, presentations and technical reports. Effectively describes complex procedures for epidemiologic studies to outside investigators and their staff, and assists in study coordination, correspondence, progress reporting, minutes of key meetings, documentation and training of outside staff conducting epidemiologic studies funded by MRL. Maintains up-to-date reference documents identifying status and other correspondence pertinent to epidemiologic programs.
Performs study monitoring visits, maintains documentation on study progress, handles administrative aspects of contract/budget preparation and review. Identifies potential problems and sources of bias independently and resolves with site under direction of Manager. Plans and coordinates investigator meetings and presents to investigators and study coordinators on study procedures.
Participates or directs others in file checking and data screening and audit of epidemiologic data to ensure high quality data collection, data entry and transfer techniques for epidemiologic data. Describes more complex programming needs to professional programmers and complex statistical analyses to statisticians in other MRL areas. Requires a basic knowledge of statistics, computer systems, data retrieval processes, programming and database designs of resources within MRL and public domain databases.
Independently develops software to summarize epidemiologic data, using external and internal sources. Summarizes research results in written reports or oral presentations.
Prepares oral presentations and written reports to effectively communicate results of epidemiologic studies to more senior staff members, and to Merck project teams, management, and individual investigators. Prepares abstracts and manuscripts for presentation at professional scientific meetings and submission to peer-reviewed journals, and makes seminar presentations. Participates in training of new members of Epidemiology.
Identifies technical problems arising in conduct and analysis of epidemiologic studies and pursues solutions. Participates with Manager, in discussions with corresponding technical personnel at regulatory agencies and with clinical investigators, taking initiative in developing resolution of substudy protocols to address technical problems when assigned. Organizes own efforts to achieve goals, reporting progress toward goals to Director. Maintains technical skills by reading journals and attending professional society meetings. Communicates with epidemiologists and other professionals outside Merck concerning technical problems.
Bachelor’s degree in epidemiology (or closely related discipline, such as biostatistics, biometry, public health or biological sciences) plus at least five years related job experience or Master’s degree plus four years related job experience is required.
Exposure to statistics and basis sciences and/or medical research. Must have experience in clinical or epidemiological research. Knowledge of regulations. Must have strong communication and organizational skills. Academic or practical experience in experimental design and knowledge of regulations pertaining to clinical research, particularly in pharmaceutical industry desired. Familiar with basic operation of mainframe/personal computer systems, and more than one computer language or software package used to process epidemiologic data is desired.
Senior Epidemiologist
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000129)
The chosen candidate will be responsible for the planning, execution, coordination of research activities/functions, analysis, writing reports, and presenting results from epidemiologic research studies conducted within Merck Research Laboratories, with a primary focus upon Infectious Disease He/she will independently handle assigned duties and trouble shooting to ensure that objectives of the epidemiologic research program are met in a timely manner. Works closely with Marketing, Clinical Research and Epidemiology, and Safety Assessment/Risk Management may work with external study investigators at external sites to coordinate activities for epidemiologic research programs.
PhD or MS degree in Epidemiology or a closely related discipline, with at least two years experience in a clinical or research Infectious Disease environment. The desired candidate will have demonstrated expertise for at least two years working in Infectious Disease, including senior level project management (or principal investigator), and direct supervisory experience. In addition to epidemiologic expertise, the candidate must have exposure to statistics, basic sciences and/or medical research. Must have strong communication, interaction and organizational skills, academic or practical experience in experimental design, and a basic knowledge of epidemiologic research, including statistics commonly used in epidemiologic studies. Must be familiar with the basic operation of computer systems and more than one computer language or software package used to process epidemiologic data. The position will support Infectious Disease, Drug, or Vaccine drug development from preclinical through post-licensure phases, and may include estimation of burden of disease, and risk management support, through the design and conduct of post-licensure safety studies. This position provides a senior level opportunity to interface with colleagues across Merck Research Laboratories as well as with marketing, and contribute to strategy, clinical development, and regulatory aspects of Infectious Disease, Drug, or Vaccine drug development.
Senior Epidemiologist
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000136)The chosen candidate will be responsible for working with other groups to identify epidemiologic research needs, translate these protocols, secure approval, execute studies, and report results with a high degree of independence as to methodology and approached. Works closely with Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, and components of the Merck Vaccine Division and investigators at external sites to coordinate activities and studies in epidemiologic research programs.
Serving as lead epidemiology support for a major project area, designs and coordinates all aspects of epidemiologic research programs, including protocol preparation, study design, supervising the ordering and shipping of all equipment and supplies, directing design and preparation of data collection forms and data tabulations, preparing data summaries/reports for regulatory submissions, publications and technical reports with delegation of certain tasks where possible. Directs maintenance of up-to-date reference documents and study manuals. Conducts or directs site visits.
Directs data management activities to ensure high quality. Writes complex programs to process and summarize epidemiologic data. Determines own approach to tasks and independently applies basic and more complex techniques. Recognizes when additional statistical and programming consultation is needed and communicates requirements effectively. Maintains awareness of external data resources and identifies appropriate studies for addressing questions of interest, recognizing the limitations and strengths of the databases. Provides consultation to other groups on the validity of studies based on prescription and diagnostic information in databases. Independently performs data queries and summarizes epidemiologic information tabularly and graphically.
PhD degree in Epidemiology or a closely related discipline, with at least three years of related research experience with demonstrated ability to conduct independent research or Master's degree in Epidemiology or realted discipline with at least seven years' experience, with demonstrated ability to conduct independent research. Understading principles of biostatistics, epidemiology, human biology, and basic medical sciences.
Knowledge of health care delivery systems and health care databases desired. Facility in use of computer systems and data processing software. Strong communication and organization skills.
Senior Epidemiologist
Location: Upper Gwenydd, PA
www.merck.com/careers (Req #EPI000134)The chosen candidate will be responsible for working with other groups to identify epidemiologic research needs, translate these protocols, secure approval, execute studies, and report results with a high degree of independence as to methodology and approached. Works closely with Clinical Research, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, and components of the Human Health Division and investigators at external sites to coordinate activities and studies in epidemiologic research programs.
Serving as lead epidemiology support for a major project area, designs and coordinates all aspects of epidemiologic research programs, including protocol preparation, study design, supervising the ordering and shipping of all equipment and supplies, directing design and preparation of data collection forms and data tabulations, preparing data summaries/reports for regulatory submissions, publications and technical reports with delegation of certain tasks where possible. Directs maintenance of up-to-date reference documents and study manuals. Conducts or directs site visits.
Directs data management activities to ensure high quality. Writes complex programs to process and summarize epidemiologic data. Determines own approach to tasks and independently applies basic and more complex techniques. Recognizes when additional statistical and programming consultation is needed and communicates requirements effectively. Maintains awareness of external data resources and identifies appropriate studies for addressing questions of interest, recognizing the limitations and strengths of the databases. Provides consultation to other groups on the validity of studies based on prescription and diagnostic information in databases. Independently performs data queries and summarizes epidemiologic information tabularly and graphically.
PhD degree in Epidemiology or a closely related discipline, with at least two years of related research experience with demonstrated ability to conduct independent research or Master's degree in Epidemiology or realted discipline with at least seven years' experience, with demonstrated ability to conduct independent research. Understading principles of biostatistics, epidemiology, human biology, and basic medical sciences. At least two years experience in Oncology or related disease. Knowledge of health care delivery systems and health care databases. Facility in use of computer systems and data processing software. Strong communication and organization skills.
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