US Strategy Scientific Director Medical Affairs (SDMA) – Immunology (Remote)

Merck; North Wales (Montgomery County); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a US Strategy Scientific Director for Medical Affairs in Immunology. This remote role involves driving strategic alignment and optimizing field readiness across various functional pillars. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in medical affairs, particularly in Immunology, and will collaborate with field leaders and global teams to implement regional strategies. With responsibilities including training development and scientific congress planning, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of medical strategy in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about scientific insights and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in medical affairs or clinical/research experience.
• Advanced degree relevant to the therapeutic area.

Responsibilities

• Drive US/Global strategic alignment and optimize field readiness.
• Lead scientific aspects of the US medical strategy.

Skills

Medical Affairs

Immunology Expertise

Project Management

Scientific Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Advanced Degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, DO)

Job description

US Strategy Scientific Director Medical Affairs (SDMA) – Immunology (Remote)

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This position involves driving US/Global strategic alignment and optimizing field readiness across USMA's five functional pillars: Scientific Exchange, Company Trials, Investigator Sponsored Programs, Congresses, and Insights.

The SDMA is an experienced therapeutic area leader with expertise in Immunology, medical affairs, and field medical strategy. They collaborate with USMA Field Leaders and global teams to implement regional strategies, facilitate scientific insights, and support global and local scientific activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Partnering with global scientific training and content teams to deliver regional training needs.
• Serving as a scientific interface between GMSA and the US field.
• Leading scientific aspects of the US medical strategy, including the US Field Execution Plan and training plans.
• Communicating scientific insights from US field engagements to inform strategies.
• Participating in scientific congress planning and training content development.
• Representing USMA in global medical communications and input forums.

Minimum education requirements:

• Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, DO) relevant to the therapeutic area.

Required experience and skills:

• At least 5 years in medical affairs or clinical/research experience; field medical experience preferred.
• 3 years in a therapeutic area with demonstrated scientific acumen.
• Ability to interpret scientific strategies and communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Experience leading complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong relationship-building and organizational skills, knowledge of US healthcare regulations.

Preferred skills:

• University teaching experience, quick learning ability, independence, and problem-solving skills.

Additional details on salary, benefits, and company policies are provided in the original description. The role involves 50% travel, remote work, and is based in the US.