Associate Director, Global Marketing Oncology
Merck
- Location
- Rahway, New Jersey, United States of America
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Salary
- $156.9k – $247k/yr
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
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About this role
Job Description
Associate Director, Global Oncology Marketing - KRAS Team We are recruiting for an Associate Director, Global Oncology Marketing to join a dynamic team supporting a new targeted therapy planned for launch in the coming years. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape brand strategy, lead launch preparations, and help expand our oncology portfolio to benefit patients worldwide. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of oncology and have a strategic mindset, we invite you to apply.
Responsibilities
Support foundational brand development for a new oncology product in collaboration with a broad cross-functional team Develop marketing strategy, leveraging strategic frameworks, to obtain a deep understanding of customer segments, drivers & barriers, and the healthcare ecosystem in which they operate Develop brand hallmarks and global creative campaign Create a brand messaging platform, simplifying complexity, and ensuring a consistent customer experience Ensure launch readiness in collaboration with key cross-functional stakeholders, regions, and launch planners Collaborate and co-create with regions and key markets to develop global strategy, while supporting local needs Manage relationship with promotional agency, ensuring that work meets the strategic and communication objectives and projects are delivered on time and on budget Work collaboratively with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams including Precision Medicine, Market Research, and Training Exhibit a learning mindset, agile ways of working, and general proficiency with AI Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree Minimum 6 years of experience in marketing, marketing communications, or marketing support of pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries Experience in development of brand strategy and marketing strategy Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex organizations, managing different stakeholders, influencing without authority, and driving results Outstanding collaboration skills with commercial teams, cross-divisional teams, and regional counterparts Knowledge of marketing and promotion principles, including customer-centric campaign and message development Strong understanding of launch readiness requirements within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries Preferred Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) Oncology experience, preferably in NSCLC or CRC Global Marketing experience Role may require some travel including weekends. Additionally, candidate must be able to visit both Rahway and Upper Gwynedd offices. There is flexibility on the actual site of the job, but candidate must be willing and able to visit both offices as business needs arise. This document contains AI-generated content.
Required Skills
Adaptability, Adaptability, Brand Communications, Brand Development, Brand Planning, Brand Strategy, Commercialization Strategies, Cross-Functional Project Management, Data-Driven Decision Making, Global Marketing Strategy, Market Development, Marketing, Marketing Communications Planning, Marketing Management, Marketing Programs, Marketing Strategies, Market Research, Messaging Strategies, New Brands, Oncology Marketing, Pharmaceuticals Marketing, Product Launches, Product Management, Product Rollouts, Project Management {+ 2 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE 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 click here 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 applicable legally