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Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany - Boston, MA
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Cardiovascular & Metabolism Regional Medical Scientific Director is a credentialed expert responsible for engaging in scientific exchanges with Scientific Leaders (SLs) and providing balanced, factual information about therapeutic areas and company products. This role involves liaising between the scientific community and the company to enhance understanding of scientific foundations and goals for clinical trials and research studies. The position requires significant travel within Northern California and Nevada, and the director serves as a role model for other field medical team members.
Responsibilities
- Develop professional relationships with national and regional SLs to provide access to company-approved medical and scientific information.
- Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence with SLs.
- Address scientific questions and direct inquiries to appropriate company resources.
- Maintain current knowledge of the scientific and clinical environment in the therapeutic area.
- Initiate discussions with SLs and potential investigators regarding research strategies and scientific merit.
- Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention for clinical studies.
- Recommend study sites and potential investigators for clinical development programs.
- Engage in scientific congresses and facilitate data exchange at medical meetings.
- Gather feedback and data to understand medical or scientific needs of SLs and patients.
- Demonstrate inclusive behavior and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Requirements
- PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD required.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience (e.g., Heart Failure, Atherosclerosis).
- Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders.
- Strong focus on scientific education and dialogue.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills.
- Thorough understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and ethical guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a changing environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms.
Nice-to-haves
- Field-based medical experience in Cardiovascular & Metabolism.
- Research experience.
- Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication.
Benefits
- Bonus eligibility
- Long term incentive
- Health care and other insurance benefits for employee and family
- Retirement benefits
- Paid holidays
- Vacation
- Sick days
