Regional Medical Scientific Director (Medical Science Liaison) - Cardiovascular & Metabolism - Northern FL and Southern AL (Remote)

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany - Boston, MA

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Boston, MA

Chemical Manufacturing

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 of interest 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 the assigned territory and 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.
• Recommend study sites and identify potential investigators for clinical development programs.
• Engage in scientific congresses and facilitate data exchange at medical meetings.
• Gather feedback and data to help the company understand medical or scientific needs.

Requirements

• PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience, such as Heart Failure or 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 other relevant regulations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize 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

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling options
• Professional development opportunities