Translational Medicine Clinical Operations Lead – Immunology

MSD

Immunology Therapeutic Area Lead executing clinical development strategies in life sciences. Collaborating cross-functionally to translate scientific discoveries into effective immunology therapeutics.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeBoston • California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Co-own and execute the early development strategy for the immunology portfolio with the Head of TMed Immunology
Provide comprehensive strategic planning and operational oversight for immunology clinical programs and trials to ensure efficient, timely execution against milestones
Ensure appropriate resources, competencies, and partnerships are in place to meet objectives
Serve as the deep subject matter expert for early immunology clinical operations
Critically review strategy and clinical program documents (development plans, investigator’s brochures, protocols, etc.), providing scientific and operational insight to ensure best path forward
Partner with Business Development and Licensing to evaluate internal and external opportunities that align with portfolio strategy
Actively participate in annual and quarterly planning cycles: identify risks, develop and execute mitigation plans, and track performance metrics and outcomes
Ensure immunology data integrity across organization (Book of Business, CTMS, etc.)
Build and sustain strong cross-functional relationships (country operations, clinical supplies, data management, regulatory, etc.) across departments, divisions, and geographies
Foster the people pipeline: Attract, coach, mentor, and retain talent; provide performance management support; act as ‘player-coach’ to enrich group skillsets
Represent TMed on enterprise strategic initiatives and lead continuous-improvement efforts that increase program efficiency and scientific impact
Serve as a member of the TMed U.S. Clinical Operations leadership team and contribute to shaping department strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Life Sciences with one of the following experience combinations: Bachelor’s degree + ≥ 12 years related experience, OR Master’s degree + ≥ 10 years related experience, OR Ph.D. or doctorate + ≥ 8 years related experience
pharmaceutical industry roles in clinical drug development, clinical trial management, clinical site monitoring/ training, medical /regulatory writing, or translational science
Proven track record building and leading high-performing cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment
Deep knowledge of early clinical development (Phase 1 and early proof-of-concept)
Demonstrated ability to collaborate, network, and influence peers, senior leaders, and external partners
Strong oral and written communication skills
Track record delivering results on firm deadlines
Strong decision-making skills, weighing advantages, disadvantages, and business impact for rapid decisions
Ability to work successfully with ambiguity and embrace uncertainty
Experience attracting, developing, and retaining talent

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical trial managementclinical site monitoringmedical writingregulatory writingtranslational scienceearly clinical developmentPhase 1 clinical trialsstrategic planningperformance metricsdata integrity

Soft Skills

collaborationnetworkinginfluencecommunicationdecision-makingteam leadershipcoachingmentoringproblem-solvingadaptability