Merck
Job Description
Our US Ophthalmology team is committed to transforming the lives of patients living with diabetic macular edema (DME) and neovascular age‑related macular degeneration (nAMD) with a portfolio of two products in the pipeline. We aspire to achieve this through relentless commitment to patients, innovation, ensuring access to life‑changing therapies, and collaborating with healthcare systems, governments, and payers to make treatments available to those who need them most.
Director of Regional Marketing
will lead the development and execution of strategies to engage scientific leaders and key influencers across the ophthalmology ecosystem. This role will ensure alignment between brand objectives and external advocacy, driving impactful partnerships that enhance disease awareness, product adoption, and market leadership. The position reports to the Executive Director, Scientific Strategy and Regional Marketing of Ophthalmology.
Primary Responsibilities
Scientific Leader Identification & Profiling: Lead identification and mapping of national and regional scientific leaders (SLs) and emerging experts in ophthalmology and retina.
Engagement Planning & Execution: Structure and implement engagement plans for SLs, including congress participation, site visits, and HQ‑approved activities (e.g., advisory boards, customer strategy sessions).
Gather actionable insights from SLs to inform marketing strategies and brand planning.
Congress Participation and Engagement – collaborate with marketing to determine participation in key ophthalmology conferences; drive customer engagement activities during congresses.
Attend major ophthalmology conferences and share key learnings with internal stakeholders.
Speaker Bureau Development & Readiness – help establish and manage a US Ophthalmology Speaker Bureau, including faculty identification and onboarding; support speaker readiness for national and regional product theatres.
Team Leadership – design and build out the regional marketing team to prepare for launch and lead the team to execute engagement plans across the US.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration – partner with field Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Global Medical Affairs to align on SL needs and account dynamics.
Compliance & Governance – ensure strict adherence to compliance regulations, internal policies, and industry standards in all engagement activities.
Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 6 years of pharmaceutical/healthcare experience, with at least 4 years in marketing, sales, or related commercial roles.
Ophthalmology or retina experience required.
Proven experience in KOL engagement, congress planning, and insight generation.
Ability to travel up to 60% (including evenings, weekends, and overnight stays).
Preferred Qualifications
Existing relationships or experience collaborating with key opinion leaders within Ophthalmology/Retina Specialists.
U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will work a hybrid model consisting of three total on‑site days per week (Monday‑Thursday). Friday is designated as a remote‑working day unless business critical tasks require on‑site presence. This model does not apply to field‑based, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, research‑based, or remote‑designated positions.
Salary Range $187,000.00 – $294,400.00.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
EEO 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 embrace diversity, talents and inclusive collaboration.
Location Requirements U.S. and Puerto Rico Residents Only.
Travel Requirements Up to 60% travel.
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.
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Our US Ophthalmology team is committed to transforming the lives of patients living with diabetic macular edema (DME) and neovascular age‑related macular degeneration (nAMD) with a portfolio of two products in the pipeline. We aspire to achieve this through relentless commitment to patients, innovation, ensuring access to life‑changing therapies, and collaborating with healthcare systems, governments, and payers to make treatments available to those who need them most.
Director of Regional Marketing
will lead the development and execution of strategies to engage scientific leaders and key influencers across the ophthalmology ecosystem. This role will ensure alignment between brand objectives and external advocacy, driving impactful partnerships that enhance disease awareness, product adoption, and market leadership. The position reports to the Executive Director, Scientific Strategy and Regional Marketing of Ophthalmology.
Primary Responsibilities
Scientific Leader Identification & Profiling: Lead identification and mapping of national and regional scientific leaders (SLs) and emerging experts in ophthalmology and retina.
Engagement Planning & Execution: Structure and implement engagement plans for SLs, including congress participation, site visits, and HQ‑approved activities (e.g., advisory boards, customer strategy sessions).
Gather actionable insights from SLs to inform marketing strategies and brand planning.
Congress Participation and Engagement – collaborate with marketing to determine participation in key ophthalmology conferences; drive customer engagement activities during congresses.
Attend major ophthalmology conferences and share key learnings with internal stakeholders.
Speaker Bureau Development & Readiness – help establish and manage a US Ophthalmology Speaker Bureau, including faculty identification and onboarding; support speaker readiness for national and regional product theatres.
Team Leadership – design and build out the regional marketing team to prepare for launch and lead the team to execute engagement plans across the US.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration – partner with field Sales, Marketing, Market Access, and Global Medical Affairs to align on SL needs and account dynamics.
Compliance & Governance – ensure strict adherence to compliance regulations, internal policies, and industry standards in all engagement activities.
Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 6 years of pharmaceutical/healthcare experience, with at least 4 years in marketing, sales, or related commercial roles.
Ophthalmology or retina experience required.
Proven experience in KOL engagement, congress planning, and insight generation.
Ability to travel up to 60% (including evenings, weekends, and overnight stays).
Preferred Qualifications
Existing relationships or experience collaborating with key opinion leaders within Ophthalmology/Retina Specialists.
U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will work a hybrid model consisting of three total on‑site days per week (Monday‑Thursday). Friday is designated as a remote‑working day unless business critical tasks require on‑site presence. This model does not apply to field‑based, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, research‑based, or remote‑designated positions.
Salary Range $187,000.00 – $294,400.00.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.
EEO 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 embrace diversity, talents and inclusive collaboration.
Location Requirements U.S. and Puerto Rico Residents Only.
Travel Requirements Up to 60% travel.
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.
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