Executive Director, Geo Lead – Global Capability Lead, Clinical Data Management Services

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Executive Director responsible for global geographic strategy in Clinical Data Management Services at Merck. Leading teams towards excellence in operational governance and regulatory compliance across regions.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeRahway • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting directly to the Head of their assigned functional area and acting as a member of their Leadership Team.
The Executive Director, Functional Area Geography Lead leads global geographic strategy and performance across assigned region/ geography.
Responsible for translating functional area and Global Data Management and Standards (GDMS) strategic imperatives into region-specific priorities and plans.
Partner with GDMS and Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) leaders to drive global alignment, standardization, and transformation of data-management practices.
Represent their function and geography network in GDMS Leadership Team forums, and ensure resource excellence, capability growth, and operational readiness worldwide.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree with 15 years of experience working in the relevant field Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical industry, including: 5 years of people management experience
Demonstrated deep subject matter expertise in the area of people and process management
Demonstrated experience in successfully implementing strategy utilizing various methodologies to solve problems in complex organizational structure
OR
Advanced Degree (Masters or Doctorate) with 13 years of experience working in the relevant field Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical industry, including: 5 years of people management experience (direct or matrix)
Demonstrated deep subject matter expertise in the area of people and process management
Demonstrated experience in successfully implementing strategy utilizing various methodologies to solve problems in complex organizational structure

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

data managementstrategic planningprocess managementproblem solvingpeople management

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationcommunicationorganizational skills