Regional Medical Scientific Director (RMSD) - Uro-Oncology (Great Lakes)

Job DescriptionThe-Regional-Medical Scientific Director (RMSD) is a credentialed (i.e.,-PhD,-PharmD,-DNP, MD) therapeutic and disease expert who engages in scientific exchange with-leaders-in the external medical and scientific community. RMSDs provide to Scientific-Leaders-(SLs) balanced, factual, scientific information about non-product areas of interest to the company.-RMSDs reply to scientific questions from SLs, including questions about company products. The work of an RMSD is aligned to-the core-pillars:-Scientific Exchange, Clinical Research, Scientific Congress Support, and Scientific Insights.Scientific ExchangeDevelop professional relationships and engage with national and regional-Urology SLs-to ensure access to medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and company products.Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence with-those-SLs-to ensure they have a medical contact within the company.Address scientific questions and direct-SL-inquiries on issues outside of-RMSD-scope (e.g. grants) to appropriate company resources consistent with applicable policies.Review HQ-directed education and training to maintain current knowledge and comprehension of dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the company's areas of interest.Scientific exchange does not include promotional claims about any drug, vaccine or biologic product.-RMSDs have no sales objectives or accountability for prescribing or sales of any company product and are required-to avoid any situations that could create the appearance that they have such-responsibilities. A-RMSD-may not comment on or make suggestions with respect to the diagnosis, treatment, or circumstances of a specific patient.Clinical ResearchLiaison between the scientific community and company to enhance the comprehension of scientific foundations and goals for approved, in development and active Company-Sponsored Trials and/or our Company's Investigator-Sponsored Program-(MISP) research studies.Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO)Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones, recommend study sites, and identify potential investigators to participate in phase II-IV clinical development programs.Address questions from investigators and provide information regarding participation in our Company-sponsored clinical studies.Upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA)Enhance the comprehension of the scientific foundations and goals of our company Investigator Studies Program (MISP)-research.Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.Initiate discussions with SLs and/or potential investigators that include scientific/data exchange within our Areas of Interest (AOIs) to determine the alignment with our research strategies, study concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications for a specific compound or trial.Scientific CongressesEngage-in-scientific and medical meetings through pre-congress preparation, facilitate scientific and data exchange for both our Company and competitor data, collect meaningful insights, and staff congress exhibit booth as applicable.Scientific InsightsGather feedback, data, or information during routine activities that can help the company better comprehend medical or scientific needs, priorities, or concerns of healthcare practitioners and/or patients.Scientific ExcellenceServe as a role model for other field medical team members, including on-boarding and/or therapeutic training.Education Minimum RequirementPhD,-PharmD,-DNP, or MD.Required-Experience and-SkillsClinical (patient care) or research experience-in assigned therapeutic area(s) beyond that obtained in the terminal degree-program.Field-based medical-science liaison (MSL) experience.A minimum of-3 years of-therapeutic area-experience-in Oncology or Urology.Capable of conducting doctoral level discussions with key external stakeholders.Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue.Business and market knowledge.Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills.Must-possess a thorough comprehension of-FDA, OIG, HIPAA-and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers.Must-be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams, MS Copilot).Consistently adhere to field and corporate policies, and Global Medical Scientific Affairs-(GMSA)-strategy, including field SOPs,-GCP-guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities.Requires up to 50% overnight travel.Preferred-Experience-and SkillsMSL field experience in the Urology practice setting.Therapeutic experience in Genitourinary (GU) cancers (bladder, renal, prostate).Established relationships with Urology SLs within geographic region.LocationThis is a remote position that serves the territory of WI, IL, IN, MI, OH. This person must reside in the territory.Required SkillsMedical Affairs, Medical Knowledge, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Networking, Scientific Communications, Scientific Research, Strategic Thinking, Urologic OncologyUS and Puerto Rico Residents OnlyOur company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.As an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAs 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.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA SupplementSan Francisco Residents OnlyWe will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles Residents OnlyWe 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 OrdinanceSearch Firm Representatives Please Read CarefullyMerck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.Employee StatusRegularRelocationNo relocationVISA SponsorshipNoTravel Requirements50%Flexible Work ArrangementsRemoteShiftNot IndicatedValid Driving LicenseYesHazardous Material(s)n/aJob Posting End Date10/15/2026Requisition IDR420315The salary range for this role is $210,400.00 - $331,100.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. 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.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.The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.J-18808-Ljbffr HireLifeScience