The chosen candidate will be responsible for the planning, execution, coordination of research activities/functions, analysis, reports, and presentation of results from epidemiologic research studies conducted within Merck Research Laboratories, with a primary focus upon Infectious Diseases. 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, Regulatory, 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 diseases, 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 knowledge of epidemiologic research, including statistics commonly used in epidemiologic studies. 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 contribute to strategy, clinical development, and regulatory aspects of Infectious Disease drug or vaccine development.

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 # EPI000173. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V – proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.

Our work is someone’s hope. Join us.

Where patients come first – Merck

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.