Executive Director, Technical Product Management
MSD, Bohemia, NY, United States
Overview
Executive Director to lead the Value Team responsible for the Development Data Platform & Services — the backbone of our clinical, safety, regulatory, and quality data ecosystem. The leader will own three integrated product lines: Core Data Platform, Data Processing Services, and Platform Services, delivering trusted, governed, and AI-ready data products across our R&D Division. Scope of Responsibility — Three Product Lines
Core Data Platform —
End-to-end data lifecycle management: ingestion (Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, External Partners, Self-Serve), Data HUB (Raw/Curated), Data Model/Domain (Clinical Operational, Patient, Analytics, Master & Reference), and Data Products (SDTM, ADaM, Operational Reports). Governed access via the Data Integration & Access Layer (DIAL) serving Databricks, Domino, visualization tools, and citizen application developers. Data Processing Services —
Managed services for core clinical data operations: Encoding, Database Lock, Masking & Blinding, SDTM Mapping/Generation, P21 Validation, and extensible service framework. Platform Services —
Shared foundational capabilities including Centralized Clinical Trial Metadata Repository (MDR), Unified UI, and OneTouchID (identity governance and management Engine) enabling consistency and governance across the platform. Education
Bachelor's Degree Leadership Requirements
Enterprise Technology Leadership:
15+ years of progressive IT leadership; 5+ years at the Director/Executive Director level managing large-scale data platform programs in a regulated industry. People & Organization:
Demonstrated ability to attract, develop, and retain globally distributed technical talent. Experience leading large teams across multiple geographies and cultures. (Multi Team Leader Experience) Strategy & Value Delivery:
Track record of translating business strategy into platform roadmaps, articulating ROI to C-suite and Board-level stakeholders and delivering measurable outcomes. Stakeholder Management:
Skilled at navigating complex multi-stakeholder environments spanning IT, R&D, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and external partners (CROs, technology vendors). Product Operating Model:
Experience operating under a product-led or value-stream organizational model; ability to prioritize backlogs, manage platform OKRs, and balance innovation with operational excellence. Program Governance:
Strong command of portfolio management, risk mitigation, vendor governance, and compliance in GxP or other regulated environments. Change Leadership:
Proven ability to lead organizational transformation — migrating from legacy systems to modern cloud-native data platforms while maintaining continuity of critical operations. Technical Acumen and Experience
Modern Data Management:
Deep expertise in data product thinking, data mesh/fabric architectures, data governance, metadata management, and data quality at enterprise scale. Data Platform Engineering:
Hands-on background or strong oversight experience in building and operating cloud-native data platforms — ingest, transform, model, serve — supporting both application consumers and analytical users. AI/ML Enablement:
Experience enabling AI/ML workloads on a shared platform — supporting federated learning, model development (Domino Data Lab, Databricks ML), and ML-driven applications embedded in business workflows. APIs & Data Access Patterns:
Familiarity with data integration patterns, API-based data access, DIAL-style access layers, and serving data to downstream consumers ranging from BI tools to citizen developers. Data Security & Compliance:
Experience with data masking, access control, audit logging, and GxP/regulatory compliance (21 CFR Part 11, GDPR, ICH guidelines). Cloud & Infrastructure:
AWS (preferred), cloud data architecture, IaC principles, and operating at enterprise cloud scale. Technology Experience — Strong Plus:
Databricks • Immuta (data access governance) • Domino Data Lab • AWS (S3, Glue, Lake Formation, SageMaker) • Reference & Master Data Management platforms • Machine Learning / MLOps frameworks Domain Experience — Strong Plus:
Clinical Data (CDISC, SDTM, ADaM, P21) • Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance • Regulatory Submissions • Pharmaceutical Quality Systems • Pharma R&D / Drug Development lifecycle What Success Looks Like
Platform adopted as the standard for all new clinical development programs, with measurable increases in data velocity and quality. AI/ML capabilities embedded into the platform, accelerating SDTM automation, data profiling, and predictive insights for clinical operations. A high-performing globally engaged team that operates with product discipline, clear ownership, and a culture of continuous improvement. Trusted partner relationships with Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, and Quality stakeholders who view the platform as a competitive advantage. Skills
Required:
Accountability, Asset Management, Benefits Management, Management System Development, Product Management, Product Strategies, Requirements Management, Software Product Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs Preferred:
Current Employees apply HERE; Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Additional Information
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please answer if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights; EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces diversity and inclusion. We encourage colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and problem-solving together. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts. U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid schedule (three on-site days per week, Monday - Thursday; remote Fridays), subject to site-specific variations and business needs. Compensation The salary range for this role is $231,900.00 - $365,000.00. The actual offer will depend on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, location, and business needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), holidays, vacation, and paid sick days. More information about benefits is available at the company website. You can apply for this role through the company website or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee. The application deadline is as posted. San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Search Firm Representatives
please read carefully: Merck & Co. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms without a valid written agreement. No fee will be paid where no agreement exists. Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable Shift:
1st - Day Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
N/A Job Posting End Date:
04/3/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day before the listed job posting end date. Please apply by then.
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Executive Director to lead the Value Team responsible for the Development Data Platform & Services — the backbone of our clinical, safety, regulatory, and quality data ecosystem. The leader will own three integrated product lines: Core Data Platform, Data Processing Services, and Platform Services, delivering trusted, governed, and AI-ready data products across our R&D Division. Scope of Responsibility — Three Product Lines
Core Data Platform —
End-to-end data lifecycle management: ingestion (Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, External Partners, Self-Serve), Data HUB (Raw/Curated), Data Model/Domain (Clinical Operational, Patient, Analytics, Master & Reference), and Data Products (SDTM, ADaM, Operational Reports). Governed access via the Data Integration & Access Layer (DIAL) serving Databricks, Domino, visualization tools, and citizen application developers. Data Processing Services —
Managed services for core clinical data operations: Encoding, Database Lock, Masking & Blinding, SDTM Mapping/Generation, P21 Validation, and extensible service framework. Platform Services —
Shared foundational capabilities including Centralized Clinical Trial Metadata Repository (MDR), Unified UI, and OneTouchID (identity governance and management Engine) enabling consistency and governance across the platform. Education
Bachelor's Degree Leadership Requirements
Enterprise Technology Leadership:
15+ years of progressive IT leadership; 5+ years at the Director/Executive Director level managing large-scale data platform programs in a regulated industry. People & Organization:
Demonstrated ability to attract, develop, and retain globally distributed technical talent. Experience leading large teams across multiple geographies and cultures. (Multi Team Leader Experience) Strategy & Value Delivery:
Track record of translating business strategy into platform roadmaps, articulating ROI to C-suite and Board-level stakeholders and delivering measurable outcomes. Stakeholder Management:
Skilled at navigating complex multi-stakeholder environments spanning IT, R&D, Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and external partners (CROs, technology vendors). Product Operating Model:
Experience operating under a product-led or value-stream organizational model; ability to prioritize backlogs, manage platform OKRs, and balance innovation with operational excellence. Program Governance:
Strong command of portfolio management, risk mitigation, vendor governance, and compliance in GxP or other regulated environments. Change Leadership:
Proven ability to lead organizational transformation — migrating from legacy systems to modern cloud-native data platforms while maintaining continuity of critical operations. Technical Acumen and Experience
Modern Data Management:
Deep expertise in data product thinking, data mesh/fabric architectures, data governance, metadata management, and data quality at enterprise scale. Data Platform Engineering:
Hands-on background or strong oversight experience in building and operating cloud-native data platforms — ingest, transform, model, serve — supporting both application consumers and analytical users. AI/ML Enablement:
Experience enabling AI/ML workloads on a shared platform — supporting federated learning, model development (Domino Data Lab, Databricks ML), and ML-driven applications embedded in business workflows. APIs & Data Access Patterns:
Familiarity with data integration patterns, API-based data access, DIAL-style access layers, and serving data to downstream consumers ranging from BI tools to citizen developers. Data Security & Compliance:
Experience with data masking, access control, audit logging, and GxP/regulatory compliance (21 CFR Part 11, GDPR, ICH guidelines). Cloud & Infrastructure:
AWS (preferred), cloud data architecture, IaC principles, and operating at enterprise cloud scale. Technology Experience — Strong Plus:
Databricks • Immuta (data access governance) • Domino Data Lab • AWS (S3, Glue, Lake Formation, SageMaker) • Reference & Master Data Management platforms • Machine Learning / MLOps frameworks Domain Experience — Strong Plus:
Clinical Data (CDISC, SDTM, ADaM, P21) • Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance • Regulatory Submissions • Pharmaceutical Quality Systems • Pharma R&D / Drug Development lifecycle What Success Looks Like
Platform adopted as the standard for all new clinical development programs, with measurable increases in data velocity and quality. AI/ML capabilities embedded into the platform, accelerating SDTM automation, data profiling, and predictive insights for clinical operations. A high-performing globally engaged team that operates with product discipline, clear ownership, and a culture of continuous improvement. Trusted partner relationships with Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, and Quality stakeholders who view the platform as a competitive advantage. Skills
Required:
Accountability, Asset Management, Benefits Management, Management System Development, Product Management, Product Strategies, Requirements Management, Software Product Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs Preferred:
Current Employees apply HERE; Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Additional Information
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please answer if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights; EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces diversity and inclusion. We encourage colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and problem-solving together. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts. U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid schedule (three on-site days per week, Monday - Thursday; remote Fridays), subject to site-specific variations and business needs. Compensation The salary range for this role is $231,900.00 - $365,000.00. The actual offer will depend on factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, location, and business needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), holidays, vacation, and paid sick days. More information about benefits is available at the company website. You can apply for this role through the company website or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee. The application deadline is as posted. San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Search Firm Representatives
please read carefully: Merck & Co. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms without a valid written agreement. No fee will be paid where no agreement exists. Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable Shift:
1st - Day Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
N/A Job Posting End Date:
04/3/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day before the listed job posting end date. Please apply by then.
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