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

Job Description The Regional Medical Scientific Director 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. The 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 a Regional Medical Scientific Director is aligned to: Scientific Exchange, Research, Scientific Congress Support, and Scientific Insights. Regional Medical Scientific Director 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 Regional Medical Scientific Director serves as a role model for other field medical team members in ways that include on-boarding and/or sharing of therapeutic expertise. This position will support our company's Gastrointestinal Immunology program Scientific Exchange: Develops professional relationships and engages with national and regional Scientific Leaders (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 Regional Medical Scientific Director 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 Regional Medical Scientific Director specific therapeutic area. Upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs 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 Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations 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 Global Clinical Trial Operations 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 Demonstrates eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, and empowerment PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD 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 Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote) Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms Working to transform the environment, culture, and business landscape Leveraging inclusion to ensure business value, per global inclusion strategy Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and Global Medical Scientific Affairs strategy, including field standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities MSL field experience in the gastrointestinal setting. Established relationships with GI SLs within geographic region. Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication #Clinical Practice, Clinical Research, External Stakeholder Engagement, Gastrointestinal Disease, Immunology, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Territory Management Preferred Skills: 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. 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.An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. 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. If the salary range is not listed for the location you are applying to, our Talent Acquisition team will provide further information to you relevant to your location. San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please, no phone calls or emails. Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 50% Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote Shift: Yes Hazardous Material(s):