Regional Medical Scientific Director (aka Medical Science Liaison) - Myeloid - NY, CT, MA, NH, VT, RI, ME
About The Position
The Regional Medical Scientific Director (also known as a Medical Science Liaison) is a credentialed therapeutic and disease expert who conducts bidirectional scientific and medical information exchange with Scientific Leaders (SLs). The role provides balanced, factual information about non-product areas of interest to the Company and answers scientific questions, including questions about Company products. The work is aligned to scientific exchange, research, scientific congress support, and scientific insights. The Regional Medical Scientific Director serves as a liaison between the scientific community and the Company, helping explain the scientific foundations and goals of approved, in-development, and active Company-sponsored trials and investigator-sponsored research. The role also serves as a model for other field medical team members, including through onboarding and sharing therapeutic expertise. This is a remote role covering New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Maine. Travel requirements are 50%. The primary location listed is North Wales, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
- Proven competence and at least 3 years of relevant therapeutic-area experience beyond experience 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 work toward transforming the environment, culture, and business landscape.
- Required skills include malignant hematology, medical affairs, medical knowledge, oncology, pharmaceutical medical affairs, professional networking, scientific communications, scientific research, and stakeholder engagement.
- Additional listed skills include 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 with national and regional Scientific Leaders and ensure access to Company-approved medical and scientific information about therapeutic areas of interest 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 relevant Company areas of interest and therapeutic area.
- At the request of the Global Center for Scientific Affairs, initiate scientific and data exchanges with Scientific Leaders and potential investigators to 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.
- Perform protocol leadership responsibilities in collaboration with Global Clinical Trial Operations.
- Address investigator questions and provide information about participation in Company-sponsored clinical studies.
- Participate in scientific congresses and medical meetings and facilitate scientific and data exchange concerning Company and competitor data.
- Gather feedback and information during routine activities to help the Company understand medical and scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and patients.
- Demonstrate an inclusive mindset and contribute to an environment of belonging and empowerment.
- Lead by example 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.
- Contribute to business value in accordance with global strategy and support accountability for an inclusive culture.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits.
- Other insurance benefits for employees and families.
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
- Paid holidays.
- Vacation.
- Compassionate days.
- Sick days.
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
