Merck
Sr. Account Manager, Scientific Sales Affairs - Poultry Health (field based)
Merck, Lenexa, Kansas, United States
Sr. Account Manager, Scientific Sales Affairs - Poultry Health (field based)
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Sr. Account Manager, Scientific Sales Affairs - Poultry Health (field based)
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Merck
What You’ll Do
Act as the regional technical lead for broiler health; provide on-site troubleshooting and long-term health plans.
Design, execute, and analyze field trials and clinical studies; convert data into presentations, technical bulletins, and actionable guidance.
Train and support sales teams, distributors, and customers on product use, vaccine application, and biosecurity.
Monitor disease trends, treatment outcomes, and customer feedback to inform product improvements and R&D priorities.
Manage adverse event reporting in line with company, FDA, and USDA requirements.
Support product development efforts, licensing trials, and quality control activities.
Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, universities, and industry organizations; represent the company at conferences and trade shows.
Qualifications
DVM or equivalent in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Sciences, or related discipline
Required Experience And Skills
Minimum 5 years’ experience in poultry health and production
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Good leadership skills
Familiarity with hatchery systems
Able and willing to travel frequently; must live in the supported region (relocation assistance available)
Preferred Experiences And Skills
Master of Avian Medicine (MAM) graduate degree
Hatchery Health Specific/Health Management
Understanding of chick quality metrics, incubation biology, and disease prevention
Required Skills
Account Management
Adaptability
Animal Care
Animal Health Care
Animal Nutrition
Broilers
Data Analysis
Field Sales Support
Poultry Production
Poultry Science
Teamwork
Technical Services
Veterinary Medicine
Preferred Skills
Disease Prevention
Hatchery
Poultry Incubators
Salary and Compensation The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable. Merck offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
Travel and Work Arrangements Travel requirements: 50%. This is a field-based position requiring on-site presence; remote work is not applicable. Hybrid work model does not apply to field-based roles.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 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, EEOC GINA Supplement. 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 U.S. State Acts.
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Sr. Account Manager, Scientific Sales Affairs - Poultry Health (field based)
role at
Merck
What You’ll Do
Act as the regional technical lead for broiler health; provide on-site troubleshooting and long-term health plans.
Design, execute, and analyze field trials and clinical studies; convert data into presentations, technical bulletins, and actionable guidance.
Train and support sales teams, distributors, and customers on product use, vaccine application, and biosecurity.
Monitor disease trends, treatment outcomes, and customer feedback to inform product improvements and R&D priorities.
Manage adverse event reporting in line with company, FDA, and USDA requirements.
Support product development efforts, licensing trials, and quality control activities.
Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, universities, and industry organizations; represent the company at conferences and trade shows.
Qualifications
DVM or equivalent in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Sciences, or related discipline
Required Experience And Skills
Minimum 5 years’ experience in poultry health and production
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Good leadership skills
Familiarity with hatchery systems
Able and willing to travel frequently; must live in the supported region (relocation assistance available)
Preferred Experiences And Skills
Master of Avian Medicine (MAM) graduate degree
Hatchery Health Specific/Health Management
Understanding of chick quality metrics, incubation biology, and disease prevention
Required Skills
Account Management
Adaptability
Animal Care
Animal Health Care
Animal Nutrition
Broilers
Data Analysis
Field Sales Support
Poultry Production
Poultry Science
Teamwork
Technical Services
Veterinary Medicine
Preferred Skills
Disease Prevention
Hatchery
Poultry Incubators
Salary and Compensation The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable. Merck offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
Travel and Work Arrangements Travel requirements: 50%. This is a field-based position requiring on-site presence; remote work is not applicable. Hybrid work model does not apply to field-based roles.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 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, EEOC GINA Supplement. 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 U.S. State Acts.
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