Regional Medical Scientist Director - Remote

Merck & Co.; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 210,000 - 331,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Regional Medical Scientific Director to lead scientific exchange, research collaboration, and congress support across IN, KY, WV, and VA. The role requires a PhD/MD-level credential and a proven track record in engaging with external scientific leaders to advance company-sponsored and investigator-initiated research.

Travel up to 50% within the territory is expected. This position emphasizes scientific excellence, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to regulatory and

Qualifications

• PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience beyond the terminal degree.
• Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other ethical guidelines relevant to pharma.

Responsibilities

• Develops professional relationships with national and regional SLs to ensure access to approved medical information.
• Conducts peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintains a reliable presence with SLs.
• Addresses scientific questions and directs SL inquiries to appropriate resources.
• Maintains current knowledge of dynamic scientific environment in the AOI for the role.
• Initiates discussions with SLs or investigators to align with research strategies and study concepts.
• Recommends study sites and investigators for phase II-IV programs and conducts Site Initiation Visits.

Skills

Gynecologic Oncology, Medical Affairs,

Education

PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a Regional Medical Scientific Director to lead scientific exchange, research collaboration, and congress support across IN, KY, WV, and VA. The role requires a PhD/MD-level credential and a proven track record in engaging with external scientific leaders to advance company-sponsored and investigator-initiated research.

Travel up to 50% within the territory is expected. This position emphasizes scientific excellence, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to regulatory and