Regional Medical Scientific Director (Medical Science Liaison) - Ophthalmology (
Merck, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Job Description
The Regional Medical Scientific Director is a credentialed (i.e., PhD, PharmD, OD, DO, or MD) therapeutic and disease expert who engages in bidirectional exchange of scientific or medical information with Scientific Leaders (SLs). The role provides balanced, factual, scientific information about non-product areas of interest to the Company and replies to scientific questions from SLs, including questions about Company products. The work of a Regional Medical Scientific Director is aligned to: Scientific Exchange, Research, Scientific Congress Support, and Scientific Insights.
Regional Medical Scientific Director liaises between the scientific community and the Company to enhance the comprehension of scientific foundations and goals for approved, in-development, and active Company‑sponsored trials and/or investigator‑sponsored research studies. The Regional Medical Scientific Director serves as a role model for other field medical team members in ways that include on‑boarding and/or sharing of therapeutic expertise.
Location details This role covers Arizona, New Mexico, & Colorado. Candidates must reside within the territory and can travel up to 50% (with some overnight) within the territory.
Responsibilities And Primary Activities Scientific Exchange
Develop professional relationships and engage with national and regional SLs to ensure access to company‑approved medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and Company products.
Conduct peer‑to‑peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence with those SLs to ensure they have a medical contact within the company.
Address scientific questions and direct SL inquiries on issues outside of Regional Medical Scientific Director scope (e.g., grants) to appropriate company resources consistent with applicable policies.
Maintain current knowledge and comprehension of dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the Company’s Areas of Interest (AOI) for the Regional Medical Scientific Director specific therapeutic area.
Research
Upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA)
Initiate discussions with SLs and/or potential investigators that include scientific/data exchange within our AOI to determine the alignment with our research strategies, study concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications for a specific compound or trial.
Enhance the comprehension of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator‑sponsored research.
Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.
Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations
Recommend study sites and identify potential investigators to participate in phase II-IV clinical development programs, conduct Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), and detect barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.
Protocol lead responsibilities in collaboration with Global Clinical Trial Operations.
Address questions from investigators and provide information regarding participation in Company‑sponsored clinical studies.
Scientific Congress Support
Engage in scientific congresses and medical meetings, facilitate scientific and data exchange for both Company and competitor data.
Scientific Insights
Gather feedback, data, or information during routine activities that can help the company better comprehend medical or scientific needs, priorities, or concerns of SLs and/or patients.
Inclusive Mindset and Behavior
Demonstrate eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, equity, and empowerment.
Lead by example and serve as a role model for creating, leading, and retaining an inclusive workforce.
Required Qualifications, Skills, & Experience Minimum
PhD, PharmD, OD, DO, or MD.
Proven competence and a minimum of 2 years of Eye Care experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program.
Ability to conduct doctoral‑level discussions with key external stakeholders.
Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills.
A thorough comprehension of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote).
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.
Desired Involvement
Working to transform the environment, culture, and business landscape.
Leveraging inclusion to ensure business value, per global and inclusion strategy.
Ensuring accountability to drive an inclusive culture.
Strengthening the foundational elements.
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and Global Medical Scientific Affairs (GMSA) strategy, including field standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities.
Preferred
Retina field‑based medical experience.
Required Skills
Eye Care, KOL Engagement, KOL Mapping, Medical Affairs, Ophthalmology, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Networking, Scientific Communications.
Additional Requirements
US And Puerto Rico Residents Only.
Current Employees apply HERE.
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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.
Work Model & Compensation
Effective September 5 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will be working a hybrid work consisting of three total days on‑site per week, Monday‑Thursday, with Friday designated as a remote‑working day.
This hybrid work model does not apply to field‑based positions, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, or research‑based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site.
Salary range: $190,800.00 – $300,300.00.
Successful candidate eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits, retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
Application Information Apply through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline is stated on this posting.
Other Hiring Information
San Francisco Residents Only: Will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Los Angeles Residents Only: Will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
Search Firm Representatives: Merck & Co., Inc. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms without a valid written agreement will be considered the sole property of our company.
Employee Status: Regular.
Relocation: No relocation.
Visa Sponsorship: No.
Travel Requirements: 50%.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote.
Valid Driving License: Yes.
Hazardous Material(s): n/a.
Job Posting End Date: 04/3/2026.
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Regional Medical Scientific Director liaises between the scientific community and the Company to enhance the comprehension of scientific foundations and goals for approved, in-development, and active Company‑sponsored trials and/or investigator‑sponsored research studies. The Regional Medical Scientific Director serves as a role model for other field medical team members in ways that include on‑boarding and/or sharing of therapeutic expertise.
Location details This role covers Arizona, New Mexico, & Colorado. Candidates must reside within the territory and can travel up to 50% (with some overnight) within the territory.
Responsibilities And Primary Activities Scientific Exchange
Develop professional relationships and engage with national and regional SLs to ensure access to company‑approved medical and scientific information on areas of therapeutic interest and Company products.
Conduct peer‑to‑peer scientific discussions and maintain a reliable presence with those SLs to ensure they have a medical contact within the company.
Address scientific questions and direct SL inquiries on issues outside of Regional Medical Scientific Director scope (e.g., grants) to appropriate company resources consistent with applicable policies.
Maintain current knowledge and comprehension of dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the Company’s Areas of Interest (AOI) for the Regional Medical Scientific Director specific therapeutic area.
Research
Upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA)
Initiate discussions with SLs and/or potential investigators that include scientific/data exchange within our AOI to determine the alignment with our research strategies, study concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications for a specific compound or trial.
Enhance the comprehension of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator‑sponsored research.
Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.
Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations
Recommend study sites and identify potential investigators to participate in phase II-IV clinical development programs, conduct Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), and detect barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.
Protocol lead responsibilities in collaboration with Global Clinical Trial Operations.
Address questions from investigators and provide information regarding participation in Company‑sponsored clinical studies.
Scientific Congress Support
Engage in scientific congresses and medical meetings, facilitate scientific and data exchange for both Company and competitor data.
Scientific Insights
Gather feedback, data, or information during routine activities that can help the company better comprehend medical or scientific needs, priorities, or concerns of SLs and/or patients.
Inclusive Mindset and Behavior
Demonstrate eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, equity, and empowerment.
Lead by example and serve as a role model for creating, leading, and retaining an inclusive workforce.
Required Qualifications, Skills, & Experience Minimum
PhD, PharmD, OD, DO, or MD.
Proven competence and a minimum of 2 years of Eye Care experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program.
Ability to conduct doctoral‑level discussions with key external stakeholders.
Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills.
A thorough comprehension of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote).
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.
Desired Involvement
Working to transform the environment, culture, and business landscape.
Leveraging inclusion to ensure business value, per global and inclusion strategy.
Ensuring accountability to drive an inclusive culture.
Strengthening the foundational elements.
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and Global Medical Scientific Affairs (GMSA) strategy, including field standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities.
Preferred
Retina field‑based medical experience.
Required Skills
Eye Care, KOL Engagement, KOL Mapping, Medical Affairs, Ophthalmology, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Professional Networking, Scientific Communications.
Additional Requirements
US And Puerto Rico Residents Only.
Current Employees apply HERE.
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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.
Work Model & Compensation
Effective September 5 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will be working a hybrid work consisting of three total days on‑site per week, Monday‑Thursday, with Friday designated as a remote‑working day.
This hybrid work model does not apply to field‑based positions, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, or research‑based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site.
Salary range: $190,800.00 – $300,300.00.
Successful candidate eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits, retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
Application Information Apply through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline is stated on this posting.
Other Hiring Information
San Francisco Residents Only: Will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Los Angeles Residents Only: Will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
Search Firm Representatives: Merck & Co., Inc. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms without a valid written agreement will be considered the sole property of our company.
Employee Status: Regular.
Relocation: No relocation.
Visa Sponsorship: No.
Travel Requirements: 50%.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote.
Valid Driving License: Yes.
Hazardous Material(s): n/a.
Job Posting End Date: 04/3/2026.
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