Join to apply for the Associate Director, Literature Analyst role at Merck Job Description Join a dynamic, innovative team dedicated to accelerating drug discovery and development through information science. We are seeking a passionate, experienced Associate Director to connect scientists and stakeholders with focused scientific literature and data-driven insights. This role offers the opportunity to influence innovation by delivering tailored literature alerts and knowledge services that empower research teams across the organization. Responsibilities Conduct advanced literature searches by identifying, analyzing, synthesizing, and delivering published literature and data to meet stakeholder requests Monitor research developments, track industry trends, and distribute results through regular alerts of biomedical literature Maintain awareness of novel products relating to literature searching Evaluate promising technology for consideration, including those with AI capabilities Respond to requests for literature by leveraging scientific domain and information research knowledge Guide stakeholders in identification and utilization of the best available resources to conduct accurate, comprehensive, and cost-effective searches Gather, analyze and report relevant metrics to ensure resource utilization optimization Build stakeholder engagement through targeted outreach and communications Cultivate strategic partnerships, understand client information needs, establish rapport, and foster open communication to facilitate development of client-focused programs and initiatives Collaborate with internal data scientists and information scientists to design and implement tailored literature and knowledge solutions to meet well-defined stakeholder requirements Act as a change agent in how work is done Work with stakeholders to assess current and future information needs Qualifications Education: Degree in life sciences, information science, or related scientific discipline, plus pharma/biotech industry or healthcare experience Bachelor’s and 5+ years’ experience Master’s/PhD and 3+ years’ experience Required Experience with biomedical, basic research, chemistry, and biotechnology information resources, and commercial literature searching tools such as PubMed, Embase, SciFinder, Dialog, or STN as well as thesaurus knowledge Experience with Medline, Embase, Scopus, TrialTrove, Pharmaprojects, the Cortellis suite of databases Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences Familiarity with copyright regulations for literature Optimize/customize scientific content for delivery to end users Knowledge of drug discovery, development and research, clinical data coding and experience working within a regulated environment Ability to engage stakeholders to determine requirements and deliver appropriate solutions Strong prioritization and project management skills with high attention to detail Ability to work with minimal oversight within a matrixed environment to drive tasks to completion Excellent customer service orientation with prompt response to inquiries Ability to work under pressure in a changing environment with flexibility Proficiency with collaboration and productivity tools (MS Teams, Excel, MS Power Automate, etc.) Preferred Knowledge of GenAI and data science Experience with evaluating AI offerings from publishers and vendors Knowledge of text mining, machine learning, and natural language processing for data curation and enrichment Experience writing and maintaining process documentation 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. Requirements 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 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 the value of bringing together talented and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work model consisting of three total days on-site per week, with specific days varying by site. Some roles may be remote. See posting for details. The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits information is available at You can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Chemical Manufacturing Food and Beverage Services End of posting information. This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications as provided.

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