Regional Medical Science Leader

Merck; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck seeks a Regional Medical Scientific Director who is a credentialed medical or scientific leader (PhD/MD/DO/DNP). The role engages with national and regional Scientific Leaders to exchange non-product scientific information, supporting approved trials, investigator-sponsored research, and clinical science education.

The position covers IN, KY, WV, VA with up to 50% travel. The director will mentor field medical teams, facilitate rapid scientific exchange, and uphold rigorous

Qualifications

• Benefit from advanced terminal degree and scientific acumen.
• Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and networking for scientific exchange.

Responsibilities

• Develops professional relationships with national and regional Scientific Leaders to share approved medical and scientific information.
• Addresses scientific questions and directs inquiries to appropriate resources.
• Maintains current knowledge of dynamic scientific environments for therapeutic AOIs.
• Leads protocol leadership and site discussions in collaboration with GCTO and GCSA.

Skills

Therapeutic area expertise

Scientific communication

Clinical trial coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD/MD/DO/DNP

Job description

Merck seeks a Regional Medical Scientific Director who is a credentialed medical or scientific leader (PhD/MD/DO/DNP). The role engages with national and regional Scientific Leaders to exchange non-product scientific information, supporting approved trials, investigator-sponsored research, and clinical science education.

The position covers IN, KY, WV, VA with up to 50% travel. The director will mentor field medical teams, facilitate rapid scientific exchange, and uphold rigorous