Regional Medical Science Director (Remote)

Merck & Co.; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Regional Medical Scientific Director in the United States (PA area) who serves as a therapeutic and disease expert.

The role engages in scientific exchange with national and regional Scientific Leaders, addressing questions and sharing information on company‑sponsored and in‑development programs. The position emphasizes research collaboration, site initiation activities, and scientific congress support, while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and ethical

Qualifications

• PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD required.
• Proven competence with at least 3 years in a relevant therapeutic area beyond degree training.
• Ability to conduct doctoral‑level discussions with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develops professional relationships with national/regional SLs for access to approved medical information.
• Conducts peer‑to‑peer scientific discussions and maintains medical contact for SLs.
• Addresses questions outside scope and directs to appropriate resources.
• Keeps current knowledge of scientific environment in therapeutic area.
• Leads protocol discussions and site interactions for investigator‑sponsored research if needed.

Skills

Malignant Hematology

Medical Affairs

Medical Knowledge

Oncology

Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs

Professional Networking

Scientific Communications

Scientific Research

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

PhD

PharmD

DNP

DO

MD

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a Regional Medical Scientific Director in the United States (PA area) who serves as a therapeutic and disease expert.

The role engages in scientific exchange with national and regional Scientific Leaders, addressing questions and sharing information on company‑sponsored and in‑development programs. The position emphasizes research collaboration, site initiation activities, and scientific congress support, while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and ethical