Regional Medical Scientific Director (aka Medical Science Liaison) Immunology - GI (Northeast)
Merck
September 02, 2026
Remote
United States
Medical Affairs
Regional Medical Scientific Director (Medical Science Liaison, MSL) – Inflammatory Bowel Disease Immunology (Northeast; remote)
Responsibilities:
- Scientific Exchange: Build relationships with scientific leaders; conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions; provide company-approved medical/scientific information; answer scientific questions (including product-related) and direct out-of-scope requests (e.g., grants) to appropriate resources; maintain expertise in company Areas of Interest.
- Research (on request): Partner with Scientific Leaders/potential investigators to align investigator-sponsored research with research strategies and study concepts; identify barriers to patient enrollment/retention.
- Clinical Trial Support (on request): Recommend study sites and investigators; conduct Site Initiation Visits; support phase II–IV development; collaborate on protocol lead responsibilities; answer investigator questions for company-sponsored studies.
- Scientific Congress Support: Attend congresses/meetings and facilitate scientific/data exchange.
- Scientific Insights: Collect feedback/data to inform medical/scientific needs and priorities.
- Role-model inclusive, integrity-based teamwork and adherence to SOPs and GCP.
Qualifications/Experience:
- PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
- 3+ years relevant Immunology (IBD) experience beyond terminal degree.
Required Skills:
- Clinical immunology/medical affairs, clinical trials, external collaboration, scientific communications, professional networking, strategic thinking; principled written/verbal communication; FDA/OIG/HIPAA and pharmaceutical compliance knowledge; ability to organize/prioritize in changing environments; Microsoft Office; virtual meeting familiarity.
Preferred:
- Additional immunology/rheumatology/dermatology experience; field-based medical experience; research experience; publication record.
Travel/Location:
- Northeast territory; reside within territory; up to 50% travel.
Comp/Benefits (explicit):
- Annual salary range: $190,800–$300,300; eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable); comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision, retirement/401(k), paid holidays/vacation, compassionate/sick days).
Application:
- Apply at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (Workday Jobs Hub for current employees). Deadline listed on posting (Job posting end date 08/4/2026). Requisition ID: R404738.
Responsibilities:
- Scientific Exchange: Build relationships with scientific leaders; conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions; provide company-approved medical/scientific information; answer scientific questions (including product-related) and direct out-of-scope requests (e.g., grants) to appropriate resources; maintain expertise in company Areas of Interest.
- Research (on request): Partner with Scientific Leaders/potential investigators to align investigator-sponsored research with research strategies and study concepts; identify barriers to patient enrollment/retention.
- Clinical Trial Support (on request): Recommend study sites and investigators; conduct Site Initiation Visits; support phase II–IV development; collaborate on protocol lead responsibilities; answer investigator questions for company-sponsored studies.
- Scientific Congress Support: Attend congresses/meetings and facilitate scientific/data exchange.
- Scientific Insights: Collect feedback/data to inform medical/scientific needs and priorities.
- Role-model inclusive, integrity-based teamwork and adherence to SOPs and GCP.
Qualifications/Experience:
- PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
- 3+ years relevant Immunology (IBD) experience beyond terminal degree.
Required Skills:
- Clinical immunology/medical affairs, clinical trials, external collaboration, scientific communications, professional networking, strategic thinking; principled written/verbal communication; FDA/OIG/HIPAA and pharmaceutical compliance knowledge; ability to organize/prioritize in changing environments; Microsoft Office; virtual meeting familiarity.
Preferred:
- Additional immunology/rheumatology/dermatology experience; field-based medical experience; research experience; publication record.
Travel/Location:
- Northeast territory; reside within territory; up to 50% travel.
Comp/Benefits (explicit):
- Annual salary range: $190,800–$300,300; eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable); comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision, retirement/401(k), paid holidays/vacation, compassionate/sick days).
Application:
- Apply at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (Workday Jobs Hub for current employees). Deadline listed on posting (Job posting end date 08/4/2026). Requisition ID: R404738.