MERCK
Executive Director, Scientific Affairs, Rheumatology
MERCK, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
Overview The Executive Director, Scientific Affairs (EDSA) maximizes meaningful bi-directional scientific exchange with the worldwide clinical and academic community to positively impact R&D strategy for new medicines and to improve patient outcomes. The EDSA leads a large investigator-initiated studies program in partnership with late-stage development teams in Medical Affairs while supporting early-stage development teams. The role also partners with Medical Affairs leadership to develop the global Value Evidence And Medical (VEAM) Planning strategy across designated therapeutic areas. The EDSA plays a key role at major Congresses, facilitating daily debriefs, engaging with Scientific Leaders, and producing comprehensive Congress summary reports.
Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. Primary Responsibilities
Leads our Company’s Investigator Initiated Studies program in assigned therapeutic areas ensuring scientific rigor
Provides subject matter expertise for Product Development and Publications teams and facilitates cross-functional communication and collaboration in pursuit of our company’s R&D strategy
Leads R&D activities and synthesizes competitive intelligence relevant to our company’s R&D strategy at key scientific congresses
Leads our Company’s global scientific input forums to gain external scientific/clinical insights in support of our Company’s R&D strategy
Sustains our Company’s scientific credibility and fosters and develops relationships with global leaders, major academic medical centers, and key professional societies and organizations through relevant bi-directional scientific exchange
Guides development of consistent and accurate scientific content in support of our global field-based Medical Affairs teams and advises and supports them in providing global perspective in their interactions with external stakeholders
Maintains personal expertise in the assigned disease area science in the context of advancing clinical and treatment paradigms
Minimum Education Requirement
Medical degree (e.g., MD/MB BS or equivalent degree)
Required Experience and Skills
8+ years of clinical leadership experience after completing postgraduate training in a related subspecialty
Significant research experience as lead clinical investigator, specifically experience with investigator-initiated studies, concept assessment, and protocol review
Proven ability to work in a complex matrix environment and effectively operate in a team-oriented structure
Advanced facilitation and consultative skills
Ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders and to positively influence decision making at a senior level
Excellent interpersonal communication (written and verbal)
Results-oriented project management skills
Preferred Experience and Skills
Higher scientific degree (e.g., PhD) in addition to medical degree
Impactful publication record in a relevant therapeutic area, with international recognition
Application and Compliance Current Employees apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld)
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld)
EEO and Diversity US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here (https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/aCdfqL) if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:
EEOC Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
EEOC GINA Supplement
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts (https://www.msdprivacy.com/us/en/CCPA-notice/)
Work Model and Compensation U.S. Hybrid Work Model: Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid schedule. The salary range for this role is $304,800.00 - $479,800.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), holidays, vacation, and sick days.
Additional Details We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits. You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee. The application deadline is stated on this posting.
Job Posting End Date Job posting is effective until 11:59PM on the day before the listed job posting end date: 09/19/2025. Requisition ID: R359571
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Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. Primary Responsibilities
Leads our Company’s Investigator Initiated Studies program in assigned therapeutic areas ensuring scientific rigor
Provides subject matter expertise for Product Development and Publications teams and facilitates cross-functional communication and collaboration in pursuit of our company’s R&D strategy
Leads R&D activities and synthesizes competitive intelligence relevant to our company’s R&D strategy at key scientific congresses
Leads our Company’s global scientific input forums to gain external scientific/clinical insights in support of our Company’s R&D strategy
Sustains our Company’s scientific credibility and fosters and develops relationships with global leaders, major academic medical centers, and key professional societies and organizations through relevant bi-directional scientific exchange
Guides development of consistent and accurate scientific content in support of our global field-based Medical Affairs teams and advises and supports them in providing global perspective in their interactions with external stakeholders
Maintains personal expertise in the assigned disease area science in the context of advancing clinical and treatment paradigms
Minimum Education Requirement
Medical degree (e.g., MD/MB BS or equivalent degree)
Required Experience and Skills
8+ years of clinical leadership experience after completing postgraduate training in a related subspecialty
Significant research experience as lead clinical investigator, specifically experience with investigator-initiated studies, concept assessment, and protocol review
Proven ability to work in a complex matrix environment and effectively operate in a team-oriented structure
Advanced facilitation and consultative skills
Ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders and to positively influence decision making at a senior level
Excellent interpersonal communication (written and verbal)
Results-oriented project management skills
Preferred Experience and Skills
Higher scientific degree (e.g., PhD) in addition to medical degree
Impactful publication record in a relevant therapeutic area, with international recognition
Application and Compliance Current Employees apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld)
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld)
EEO and Diversity US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here (https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/aCdfqL) if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:
EEOC Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
EEOC GINA Supplement
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts (https://www.msdprivacy.com/us/en/CCPA-notice/)
Work Model and Compensation U.S. Hybrid Work Model: Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid schedule. The salary range for this role is $304,800.00 - $479,800.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), holidays, vacation, and sick days.
Additional Details We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits. You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee. The application deadline is stated on this posting.
Job Posting End Date Job posting is effective until 11:59PM on the day before the listed job posting end date: 09/19/2025. Requisition ID: R359571
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