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MSD is a global biopharmaceutical company advancing medicines and vaccines for major health challenges, including cancer, infectious diseases, cardiovascular and metabolic conditions, and prevention-focused care. Known as Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, MSD combines scientific research with development and commercial expertise to bring healthcare solutions to people and animals.

Its work spans Human Health, Animal Health, and Research & Development, creating opportunities for professionals across scientific, clinical, commercial, operational, and corporate teams. With activities in regions around the world, MSD’s careers reflect its focus on research, collaboration, inclusion, and responsible progress in global health.

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Associate Director, Portfolio AI Activation

Lead AI and advanced analytics for pharmaceutical brands, shaping targeting, launch readiness, and measurable commercial decisions.

USUnited StatesNJNew JerseyPAPennsylvania
$156,900 – $247,000 / year
HybridFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredArtificial Intelligence
PythonSQL

Description

  • Lead advanced analytics and data science initiatives to answer brand and marketing questions
  • Prepare launches by sizing market and patient opportunities, defining and targeting HCP audiences, and tracking early performance
  • Build and apply machine learning and statistical models for prediction, propensity, clustering, response, forecasting, and causal inference
  • Turn analytical results into clear insights and recommendations for business decisions
  • Work with brand, marketing, Market Engagement, and sales planning teams to set business questions, success metrics, and impact measures
  • Provide subject matter expertise on pharmaceutical commercial data sources
  • Find business-led opportunities for AI and help run focused pilot projects
  • Bring commercial context and data expertise to DHH-wide AI initiatives
  • Ensure analytics and AI work follows privacy, compliance, and governance standards
  • Strengthen data and AI understanding across commercial teams

Requirements

  • At least five years of experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare commercial analytics, marketing analytics, or data science
  • Demonstrated success supporting brand and marketing teams
  • Strong machine learning and statistical expertise applied to HCP targeting, segmentation, predictive modeling, and measuring promotional impact
  • In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical commercial data and business models, including brands, launches, market access, and field forces
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and/or R
  • Proficiency with Databricks or Dataiku and related data and analytics platforms
  • Practical experience applying AI, including generative AI or LLM tools, to analytics workflows
  • Ability to turn complex analyses into actionable recommendations for senior leaders
  • Experience aligning cross-functional stakeholders and promoting adoption of analytics and AI solutions
  • People management and/or matrix leadership experience
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams, global collaborators, and external partners
  • Strong project management skills
  • Master’s degree or PhD in Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Decision Science, Engineering, Public Health, or a related quantitative field

Benefits

  • Annual bonus
  • Long-term incentive, where applicable
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Other insurance coverage for employees and their families
  • Retirement plans, including a 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation time
  • Compassionate leave
  • Sick leave
  • Hybrid work arrangement

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