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Regional Medical Scientific Director (aka Medical Science Liaison) Immunology - GI (Northeast)

Merck
September 02, 2026
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Medical Affairs
Role: Regional Medical Scientific Director (MSL) specializing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Immunology, responsible for scientific exchange, research support, and congress activities within the Northeast region. Objectives include engaging with scientific leaders, providing factual medical information, supporting investigator-sponsored research, and ensuring compliance with GxP and ethical guidelines. Responsibilities encompass peer-to-peer scientific discussions, facilitating research collaborations, aiding clinical trial site selection, and gathering scientific insights. Requirements: PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD; at least 3 years of relevant IBD immunology experience post-degree; strong communication skills; knowledge of FDA/OIG/HIPAA guidelines; proficiency in scientific dialogue, stakeholder management, and virtual meeting platforms. Preferred qualifications include additional immunology, rheumatology, or dermatology experience, research publication record, and field-based medical experience. HighValue: Immunology, IBD, clinical research, investigator-sponsored studies, scientific congress support, compliance with industry regulations. Work setup: Remote with up to 50% travel within the Northeast territory; role involves collaboration with external scientific leaders and internal teams.