Regional Medical Scientific Director (aka Medical Science Liaison) - Myeloid - NY, CT, MA, NH, VT, RI, ME

Merck•Boston, MA

9d•$210,400 - $331,100•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Medical Scientific Director is a credentialed therapeutic and disease expert who conducts bidirectional scientific and medical exchanges with Scientific Leaders (SLs). The role provides balanced, factual scientific information about areas of interest to the Company and responds to scientific questions, including questions about Company products. Its work is aligned to Scientific Exchange, Research, Scientific Congress Support, and Scientific Insights. The position connects the scientific community with the Company to improve understanding of the scientific foundations and goals of approved, in-development, and active Company-sponsored trials and investigator-sponsored research. The Director also serves as a role model for other field medical team members, including through onboarding and sharing therapeutic expertise. This is a remote, field-based role covering the listed northeastern states, with travel requirements of 50%. The primary location listed is North Wales (Upper Gwynedd), Pennsylvania. The role requires a valid driving license. Relocation is not offered.

Requirements

PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
At least 3 years of relevant therapeutic-area experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program.
Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders.
Dedication to scientific excellence, scientific education, and dialogue.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills.
Thorough understanding 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, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and OneNote.
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.
Desire to contribute to an environment of belonging and empowerment.
Ability to support transformation of the environment, culture, and business landscape; ensure business value in line with global strategy; and promote accountability for an inclusive culture.
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and Global Medical Scientific Affairs strategy.
Knowledge or skill in malignant hematology, medical affairs, medical knowledge, oncology, pharmaceutical medical affairs, professional networking, scientific communications, scientific research, and stakeholder engagement.
Knowledge or skill in business networking, external collaboration, hematology and oncology, medical sciences, networking concepts, science outreach, sponsored research, and stakeholder management.
Valid driving license.

Nice To Haves

Field-based medical experience; Myeloid/Hematology experience is strongly preferred.
Research experience.
Demonstrated record of scientific or medical publication.

Responsibilities

Develop professional relationships and engage with national and regional Scientific Leaders to ensure access to Company-approved medical and scientific information on relevant therapeutic areas and Company products.
Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence as a medical contact for Scientific Leaders.
Address scientific questions and refer inquiries outside the role’s scope, such as grants, to appropriate Company resources in accordance with applicable policies.
Maintain current knowledge of the scientific and clinical environment in the role’s therapeutic area.
At the request of the Global Center for Scientific Affairs, initiate discussions with Scientific Leaders and potential investigators to exchange scientific information and assess alignment with research strategies, study concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications for compounds or trials.
Enhance understanding of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator-sponsored research.
Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention that could affect study milestones.
At the request of Global Clinical Trial Operations, recommend study sites and identify potential investigators for phase II–IV clinical development programs.
Conduct Site Initiation Visits and identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention.
Collaborate with Global Clinical Trial Operations on protocol leadership responsibilities.
Address investigator questions and provide information about participation in Company-sponsored clinical studies.
Engage at scientific congresses and medical meetings, facilitating scientific and data exchange on Company and competitor data.
Gather feedback and information during routine activities to help the Company understand the medical and scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and/or patients.
Demonstrate an inclusive mindset, contribute to belonging and empowerment, and serve as a role model in creating, leading, and retaining the workforce.
Adhere to field and corporate policies, Global Medical Scientific Affairs strategy, field standard operating procedures, Good Clinical Practice guidelines, and administrative and operational responsibilities.