Regional Medical Scientific Director (Medical Science Liaison) - Cardiovascular & Metabolism - Il & IN (Remote)

MSD•Chicago, PA

16d•Remote

About The Position

Regional Medical Scientific Director – Cardiovascular & Metabolism The Cardiovascular & Metabolism Regional Medical Scientific Director (RMSD) is a credentialed (i.e., PhD, PharmD, DNP, MD) therapeutic and disease expert who engages in bidirectional exchange of scientific or medical information with Scientific Leaders (SLs). This MSL-type role provides balanced, factual, scientific information about non-product areas of interest to the Company and replies to scientific questions from SLs, including questions about Company products. The work of an RMSD is aligned to: Scientific Exchange, Research, Scientific Congress Support, and Scientific Insights. Cardiovascular & Metabolism RMSDs liaise between the scientific community and the Company to enhance the comprehension of scientific foundations and goals for approved, in-development, and active Company-sponsored trials and/or investigator-sponsored research studies. The RMSD serves as a role model for other field medical team members in ways that include on-boarding and/or sharing of therapeutic expertise. Location details: This role covers Illinois and Indiana. Candidates must reside within the territory with expected travel up to 50% within the territory.

Requirements

Minimum: PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD
Proven competence and a minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program, e.g., Atherosclerosis
Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders
Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills
A thorough comprehension of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote)
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms
Desire to contribute to an environment of belonging, engagement, equity, and empowerment by:
Working to transform the environment, culture, and business landscape
Leveraging diversity and inclusion to ensure business value, per global diversity and inclusion strategy
Ensuring accountability to drive an inclusive culture
Strengthening the foundational elements of diversity
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and Value and Implementation Global Medical Scientific Affairs (GMSA) strategy, including field standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities
Valid Driving License: Yes

Nice To Haves

Field-based medical experience in Cardiovascular & Metabolism
Research Experienced
Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication

Responsibilities

Scientific Exchange: Develops professional relationships and engages with national and regional SLs to ensure access to company-approved medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and Company products
Conducts peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintains a reliable presence with those SLs to ensure they have a medical contact within the company
Addresses scientific questions and directs SL inquiries on issues outside of RMSD scope (e.g., grants) to appropriate company resources consistent with applicable policies
Maintains current knowledge and comprehension of dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the Company's Areas of Interest (AOI) for the RMSD’s specific therapeutic area.
Research: Upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA), Initiates discussions with SLs and/or potential investigators that include scientific/data exchange within our AOI to determine the alignment with our research strategies, studies concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications for a specific compound or trial
Enhances the comprehension of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator-sponsored research
Identifies barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones
Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO), Recommends study sites and identifies potential investigators to participate in phase II-IV clinical development programs, conducts Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), and detects barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.
Protocol lead responsibilities in collaboration with GCTO
Addresses questions from investigators and provides information regarding participation in Company-sponsored clinical studies
Scientific Congress Support: Engages in scientific congresses and medical meetings, facilitates scientific and data exchange for both Company and competitor data.
Scientific Insights: Gathers feedback, data, or information during routine activities that can help the company better comprehend medical or scientific needs, priorities, or concerns of SLs and/or patients
Inclusive Mindset and Behavior: Demonstrates eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, equity, and empowerment
Leads by example and serves as a role model for creating, leading, and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits

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