Regional Medical Scientific Director (US Medical Affairs) Gastrointestinal Immunology - Great Lakes Territory

Merck•Indianapolis, IN

12d•$190,800 - $300,300•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 non-product 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 director connects the scientific community and 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 role also serves as a model and resource for field medical team members, including through onboarding and sharing therapeutic expertise. This position supports the Company's Gastrointestinal Immunology program and covers the exemplar states of Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky. The employee must reside within the territory. The primary location is Detroit, Michigan, and the position is remote. Travel requirements are 50%.

Requirements

PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
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, with a strong focus on 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.
Commitment to contributing to belonging, engagement, and empowerment by transforming the environment, culture, and business landscape; leveraging inclusion to support business value in accordance with the global inclusion strategy; driving accountability for an inclusive culture; and strengthening foundational elements.
Must reside in the territory covering Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky.
Valid driving license.

Nice To Haves

Field Medical Science Liaison (MSL) experience in the gastrointestinal setting.
Established relationships with gastrointestinal Scientific Leaders in the geographic region.
Research experience.
Demonstrated record of scientific or medical publication.

Responsibilities

Develop professional relationships and engage with national and regional Scientific Leaders to provide access to company-approved medical and scientific information concerning areas of therapeutic interest and Company products.
Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence as a medical contact for Scientific Leaders.
Respond to scientific questions and direct 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 Company's Areas of Interest and the relevant therapeutic area.
When requested by 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 a compound or trial.
Support understanding of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator-sponsored research.
Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention to support study milestones.
When requested by 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 lead 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, data, and information during routine activities to help the Company understand the medical or scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and/or patients.
Contribute to a sense of belonging, inclusion, and empowerment, and model the creation, leadership, and retention of an inclusive workforce.
Adhere to field and corporate policies, the Global Medical Scientific Affairs strategy, field standard operating procedures, Good Clinical Practice guidelines, and administrative and operational responsibilities.