Merck
Virology (HIV) MSL / Regional Medical Scientific Director (North Florida, Alabam
Merck, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
Overview
The Virology (HIV) Regional Medical Scientific Director is a credentialed (MD, PhD, DNP, or PharmD) therapeutic and disease area expert who engages in scientific exchange and research support with external scientific leaders and investigators. RMSDs provide balanced, factual scientific information about non-product areas of interest and respond to scientific questions from Scientific Leaders (SLs). They develop peer-level relationships with external scientific leaders, support data generation activities for sponsored trials and Investigator Study Programs, and act as a liaison to investigators and Health Systems teams as requested by R&D leadership. The RMSD reports to the Regional RMSD Team Leader – within US Medical Affairs, Global Clinical Development, Research and Development (R&D). Primary Activities: Identify, establish and manage collaborative professional relationships with SLs and investigators to address scientific needs and ensure access to medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and our data or products Conduct peer-level scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence to ensure SLs have an R&D/Medical Affairs contact within the company Engage in proactive non-product discussions regarding scientific issues (e.g., disease states, diagnosis, epidemiology, unmet medical need, population health) to inform R&D/GMA and HH strategy or research programs Facilitate appropriate scientific exchange of information with SLs, integrating scientific knowledge with actionable insights to inform R&D and HH strategies Communicate external stakeholder opinions, insights and feedback on new data, clinical trends and the evolving vaccine landscape to Medical Affairs HQ teams Represent R&D at scientific meetings and contribute to debriefs, insight discussions and post-congress reports Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with global Virology strategy Support data generation activities when requested by R&D leadership, including the Investigator Study Program (MISP), as primary liaison to investigators Identify potential investigators for phase IIIV programs and provide scientific support for sponsored trials as needed Provide in-depth scientific support to Health Systems teams within USMA Demonstrate and maintain knowledge of the assigned disease and therapeutic area through educational efforts and active engagement with conferences, workshops and journals; comply with all policies and laws Education Minimum Requirement: An advanced degree (MD, PhD, DNP or PharmD) relevant to Virology and the position Experience - Minimum Requirements: A minimum of 3 years in the biotech/pharmaceutical or healthcare environment A minimum of 3 years of clinical and/or research experience (beyond terminal degree) in Virology/HIV or related areas, with demonstrated scientific excellence Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and presentation skills Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, overnight stays, and reside in the coverage region Skills Required: Deep therapeutic competency and awareness of Virology trends Ability to network with external customers, including scientific leaders and investigators Ability to consolidate and interpret complex data sets and summarize results Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and ethical guidelines (OIG, HIPAA) Organizational ability to manage priorities in a changing environment Preferred capabilities: Recognition for scientific excellence in Virology through clinical, academic or translational research Experience in both clinical Virology and independent research/publications; late-stage clinical research as investigator or key study personnel 5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Virology (MSL or related role) Prior experience within the coverage region and established Virology stakeholder relationships Demonstrated leadership, initiative and problem-solving within scope of authority Strong Microsoft Office skills Remote-friendly with HQ in Upper Gwynedd, PA; reside within the coverage region Additional Information #eligibleforERP US/East personnel notes: Current Employees apply HERE and Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (links provided in posting) US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
Accommodation process information and inclusion statement provided. See posting for details. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on protected characteristics and comply with applicable laws and regulations. See EEOC notices and privacy details in the posting. Hybrid Work Model Hybrid work in the U.S. typically involves three on-site days per week, with Friday remote, subject to business needs. Some roles remain fully remote. Salary and Benefits The salary range for this role is $187,000.00 - $294,400.00. Eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentive may apply. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement plans, holidays, paid time off, and more. See posting for details. Application Apply at the Merck careers site or via Workday if you are a current employee. The posting end date is listed on the posting. Travel Requirements:
50% Required Skills:
Clinical Care, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Testing, Decision Making, External Collaboration, HIV AIDS, Immunology, IIS, Medical Affairs, Medical Virology, Microsoft Word, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, Virology
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The Virology (HIV) Regional Medical Scientific Director is a credentialed (MD, PhD, DNP, or PharmD) therapeutic and disease area expert who engages in scientific exchange and research support with external scientific leaders and investigators. RMSDs provide balanced, factual scientific information about non-product areas of interest and respond to scientific questions from Scientific Leaders (SLs). They develop peer-level relationships with external scientific leaders, support data generation activities for sponsored trials and Investigator Study Programs, and act as a liaison to investigators and Health Systems teams as requested by R&D leadership. The RMSD reports to the Regional RMSD Team Leader – within US Medical Affairs, Global Clinical Development, Research and Development (R&D). Primary Activities: Identify, establish and manage collaborative professional relationships with SLs and investigators to address scientific needs and ensure access to medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and our data or products Conduct peer-level scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence to ensure SLs have an R&D/Medical Affairs contact within the company Engage in proactive non-product discussions regarding scientific issues (e.g., disease states, diagnosis, epidemiology, unmet medical need, population health) to inform R&D/GMA and HH strategy or research programs Facilitate appropriate scientific exchange of information with SLs, integrating scientific knowledge with actionable insights to inform R&D and HH strategies Communicate external stakeholder opinions, insights and feedback on new data, clinical trends and the evolving vaccine landscape to Medical Affairs HQ teams Represent R&D at scientific meetings and contribute to debriefs, insight discussions and post-congress reports Develop and execute territory plans in alignment with global Virology strategy Support data generation activities when requested by R&D leadership, including the Investigator Study Program (MISP), as primary liaison to investigators Identify potential investigators for phase IIIV programs and provide scientific support for sponsored trials as needed Provide in-depth scientific support to Health Systems teams within USMA Demonstrate and maintain knowledge of the assigned disease and therapeutic area through educational efforts and active engagement with conferences, workshops and journals; comply with all policies and laws Education Minimum Requirement: An advanced degree (MD, PhD, DNP or PharmD) relevant to Virology and the position Experience - Minimum Requirements: A minimum of 3 years in the biotech/pharmaceutical or healthcare environment A minimum of 3 years of clinical and/or research experience (beyond terminal degree) in Virology/HIV or related areas, with demonstrated scientific excellence Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and presentation skills Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, overnight stays, and reside in the coverage region Skills Required: Deep therapeutic competency and awareness of Virology trends Ability to network with external customers, including scientific leaders and investigators Ability to consolidate and interpret complex data sets and summarize results Knowledge of treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and ethical guidelines (OIG, HIPAA) Organizational ability to manage priorities in a changing environment Preferred capabilities: Recognition for scientific excellence in Virology through clinical, academic or translational research Experience in both clinical Virology and independent research/publications; late-stage clinical research as investigator or key study personnel 5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Virology (MSL or related role) Prior experience within the coverage region and established Virology stakeholder relationships Demonstrated leadership, initiative and problem-solving within scope of authority Strong Microsoft Office skills Remote-friendly with HQ in Upper Gwynedd, PA; reside within the coverage region Additional Information #eligibleforERP US/East personnel notes: Current Employees apply HERE and Current Contingent Workers apply HERE (links provided in posting) US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
Accommodation process information and inclusion statement provided. See posting for details. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on protected characteristics and comply with applicable laws and regulations. See EEOC notices and privacy details in the posting. Hybrid Work Model Hybrid work in the U.S. typically involves three on-site days per week, with Friday remote, subject to business needs. Some roles remain fully remote. Salary and Benefits The salary range for this role is $187,000.00 - $294,400.00. Eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentive may apply. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement plans, holidays, paid time off, and more. See posting for details. Application Apply at the Merck careers site or via Workday if you are a current employee. The posting end date is listed on the posting. Travel Requirements:
50% Required Skills:
Clinical Care, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Research, Clinical Testing, Decision Making, External Collaboration, HIV AIDS, Immunology, IIS, Medical Affairs, Medical Virology, Microsoft Word, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, Virology
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