Merck
Virology (HIV) Regional Medical Scientific Director/MSL - Midwest (NE, IA, ND, S
Merck, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Job Description
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. This MSL‑type role provides Scientific Leaders (SLs) balanced, factual, scientific information about non‑product areas of interest to our Company and responds to scientific questions from SLs, including questions about our Company’s products and data. Virology RMSDs facilitate peer‑level relationships with scientific leaders in the external medical/scientific community, support data generation activities for our Company’s sponsored trials and Independent Investigator Study Programs, and report to the Regional RMSD Team Leader within US Medical Affairs, Global Clinical Development, and R&D.
Location Details
This role covers KS, MO, IA, ND, SD, & NE.
Candidates must reside within the territory, with a strong preference for the St. Louis or Kansas City areas.
Travel up to 50% within the territory.
Primary Activities
Identify, establish, and manage collaborative professional relationships with national, regional and clinical practice scientific leaders and investigators to address scientific needs and provide access to medical and scientific information.
Conduct peer‑level scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence to ensure SLs have an R&D/Medical Affairs contact within our Company.
Engage in proactive non‑product discussions regarding scientific issues to inform R&D, GMA, and Human Health (HH) strategy or research programs.
Facilitate appropriate scientific exchange of information with SLs, integrating scientific knowledge with actionable insights.
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 congresses 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, acting as the primary liaison to investigators for investigator‑initiated research.
Identify potential investigators for participation in Phase IIIV clinical development programs and provide scientific support for R&D‑sponsored trials as needed.
Provide in‑depth scientific support to Health Systems teams within USMA.
Demonstrate and maintain in‑depth knowledge of the assigned disease and therapeutic area through educational efforts, including attendance at relevant conferences, scientific workshops and review of key journals.
Fully comply with all company policies and applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
Education Minimum Requirement
An advanced degree (MD, PhD, DNP or PharmD) relevant to Virology and the requirements of the position.
Experience – Minimum Requirements
Minimum 3 years prior experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical or healthcare environment.
Minimum 3 years of clinical and/or research experience (beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program) in Virology/HIV or related therapeutic areas.
Demonstrated scientific excellence in either Virology or the related therapeutic area.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and presentation skills.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time and reside in the coverage region.
Skills Required
Deep therapeutic competency; current knowledge of Virology trends and new information.
Ability to network and partner with external customers, including scientific leaders, investigators, clinical practice leaders and academic affiliated institutions.
Ability to consolidate and understand complex data sets, plan and/or execute data analyses, summarize or synthesize data, and objectively interpret results.
Knowledge of national and society treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations and relevant ethical guidelines (OIG, HIPAA, etc.).
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
Preferred Capabilities
Recognition for scientific excellence in Virology demonstrated by sustained contributions via strong clinical, academic and/or translational/basic science research experience.
Experience in both clinical Virology and independent research and publication in Virology.
5+ years of prior pharmaceutical industry experience (MSL or other clinical, medical or research related position) in Virology.
Prior working experience within the coverage region and established relationships with Virology stakeholders.
Demonstrable effective leadership skills and the ability to handle challenges within scope of authority.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Headquarters located in Upper Gwynedd, PA; position will work remotely; candidate should reside within the coverage region.
Required Skills Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, HIV/AIDS, Infectious Disease, Medical Affairs, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Networking, Scientific Communications, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Virology.
Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE.
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 if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 and 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.
Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will work a hybrid schedule of three total days on‑site per week, Monday‑Thursday, with Friday as a remote‑working day, unless business‑critical tasks require an on‑site presence. This model does not apply to field‑based positions, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, or research‑based positions located at a Company site, positions covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work), or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Note, this guidance also does not apply to roles designated as “remote”.
Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this role is $187,000.00 – $294,400.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits (including 401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
Application 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 for this position is stated on this posting.
San Francisco Residents Only We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Los Angeles Residents Only We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Employee Status Regular
Relocation No relocation
Visa Sponsorship No
Travel Requirements 50%
Flexible Work Arrangements Remote
Shift Not indicated
Valid Driving License Yes
Hazardous Materials N/A
Job Posting End Date 01/11/2026 – Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day before the job posting end date.
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Location Details
This role covers KS, MO, IA, ND, SD, & NE.
Candidates must reside within the territory, with a strong preference for the St. Louis or Kansas City areas.
Travel up to 50% within the territory.
Primary Activities
Identify, establish, and manage collaborative professional relationships with national, regional and clinical practice scientific leaders and investigators to address scientific needs and provide access to medical and scientific information.
Conduct peer‑level scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence to ensure SLs have an R&D/Medical Affairs contact within our Company.
Engage in proactive non‑product discussions regarding scientific issues to inform R&D, GMA, and Human Health (HH) strategy or research programs.
Facilitate appropriate scientific exchange of information with SLs, integrating scientific knowledge with actionable insights.
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 congresses 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, acting as the primary liaison to investigators for investigator‑initiated research.
Identify potential investigators for participation in Phase IIIV clinical development programs and provide scientific support for R&D‑sponsored trials as needed.
Provide in‑depth scientific support to Health Systems teams within USMA.
Demonstrate and maintain in‑depth knowledge of the assigned disease and therapeutic area through educational efforts, including attendance at relevant conferences, scientific workshops and review of key journals.
Fully comply with all company policies and applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
Education Minimum Requirement
An advanced degree (MD, PhD, DNP or PharmD) relevant to Virology and the requirements of the position.
Experience – Minimum Requirements
Minimum 3 years prior experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical or healthcare environment.
Minimum 3 years of clinical and/or research experience (beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program) in Virology/HIV or related therapeutic areas.
Demonstrated scientific excellence in either Virology or the related therapeutic area.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and presentation skills.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time and reside in the coverage region.
Skills Required
Deep therapeutic competency; current knowledge of Virology trends and new information.
Ability to network and partner with external customers, including scientific leaders, investigators, clinical practice leaders and academic affiliated institutions.
Ability to consolidate and understand complex data sets, plan and/or execute data analyses, summarize or synthesize data, and objectively interpret results.
Knowledge of national and society treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations and relevant ethical guidelines (OIG, HIPAA, etc.).
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
Preferred Capabilities
Recognition for scientific excellence in Virology demonstrated by sustained contributions via strong clinical, academic and/or translational/basic science research experience.
Experience in both clinical Virology and independent research and publication in Virology.
5+ years of prior pharmaceutical industry experience (MSL or other clinical, medical or research related position) in Virology.
Prior working experience within the coverage region and established relationships with Virology stakeholders.
Demonstrable effective leadership skills and the ability to handle challenges within scope of authority.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Headquarters located in Upper Gwynedd, PA; position will work remotely; candidate should reside within the coverage region.
Required Skills Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, HIV/AIDS, Infectious Disease, Medical Affairs, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Networking, Scientific Communications, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Virology.
Preferred Skills Current Employees apply HERE.
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 if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 and 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.
Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will work a hybrid schedule of three total days on‑site per week, Monday‑Thursday, with Friday as a remote‑working day, unless business‑critical tasks require an on‑site presence. This model does not apply to field‑based positions, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, or research‑based positions located at a Company site, positions covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work), or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Note, this guidance also does not apply to roles designated as “remote”.
Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this role is $187,000.00 – $294,400.00. The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive if applicable. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits (including 401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
Application 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 for this position is stated on this posting.
San Francisco Residents Only We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Los Angeles Residents Only We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Employee Status Regular
Relocation No relocation
Visa Sponsorship No
Travel Requirements 50%
Flexible Work Arrangements Remote
Shift Not indicated
Valid Driving License Yes
Hazardous Materials N/A
Job Posting End Date 01/11/2026 – Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day before the job posting end date.
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