Regional COPD Medical Science Liaison (MSL) – Remote

Merck; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Regional Medical Scientific Director (MSL) in Respiratory—COPD to drive scientific exchange and access to information for national and regional scientific leaders. The role emphasizes adherence to GCP, SOPs, and GMSA strategy while managing external collaborations and internal scientific resources.

The candidate will liaise between the scientific community and Merck, support investigator-initiated studies, and lead by example in inclusion and integrity across field medical

Qualifications

• PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience beyond terminal degree.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with national and regional SLs to provide company-approved scientific information.
• Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain medical contacts within the company.
• Address scientific questions and direct inquiries to appropriate resources.
• Maintain current knowledge of AOIs and therapeutic area developments.

Skills

COPD/Respiratory

MSL/Medical Affairs

Stakeholder Management

Scientific Communications

Strategic Thinking

Education

PhD/MD/PharmD/DNP

Job description

Merck is seeking a Regional Medical Scientific Director (MSL) in Respiratory—COPD to drive scientific exchange and access to information for national and regional scientific leaders. The role emphasizes adherence to GCP, SOPs, and GMSA strategy while managing external collaborations and internal scientific resources.

The candidate will liaise between the scientific community and Merck, support investigator-initiated studies, and lead by example in inclusion and integrity across field medical