Regional Medical Scientific Director (aka Medical Science Liaison) Immunology - GI (Southern-Midwest)
Merck
September 02, 2026
Remote
United States
Medical Affairs
Regional Medical Scientific Director (Medical Science Liaison, MSL) – Inflammatory Bowel Disease Immunology
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with national/regional Scientific Leaders (SLs) to provide company-approved medical/scientific information on therapeutic areas and company products.
- Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions; provide reliable medical contact to SLs.
- Answer scientific questions and route out-of-scope inquiries (e.g., grants) appropriately.
- Maintain current knowledge of the evolving clinical/scientific landscape in your therapeutic area.
- Research support (as requested by Global Center for Scientific Affairs): align investigator-sponsored research concepts/qualifications to company strategies; identify barriers to patient enrollment/retention.
- Clinical trial support (as requested by Global Clinical Trial Operations): recommend study sites/investigators (Phase II–IV); conduct Site Initiation Visits; assist with protocol lead responsibilities; address investigator questions.
- Support scientific congresses/medical meetings and facilitate scientific/data exchange (including competitor data).
- Gather feedback/data during routine activities to inform medical/scientific needs and priorities.
Required
- PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
- 3+ years relevant Immunology (IBD) experience beyond terminal degree.
- Principles verbal/written communication; ability to lead doctoral-level discussions.
- Knowledge of FDA/OIG/HIPAA and relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations.
- Stakeholder management, organization, and ability to work in a changing environment.
- Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.
- Territory: Southern–Midwest; must reside in territory; travel up to 50%.
Preferred
- Additional Immunology/Rheumatology/Dermatology experience; field-based medical experience; research experience; scientific/medical publications.
Skills
- Clinical Immunology, Clinical Trials, External Collaboration, Immunoassays, Medical Affairs (Pharmaceutical), Professional Networking, Scientific Communications, Strategic Thinking.
Compensation/Benefits (if applicable)
- Salary range: $190,800.00–$300,300.00; annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable).
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement/401(k), paid time off, compassionate/sick days).
Application
- Apply via https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub for current employees). Deadline listed on posting.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with national/regional Scientific Leaders (SLs) to provide company-approved medical/scientific information on therapeutic areas and company products.
- Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions; provide reliable medical contact to SLs.
- Answer scientific questions and route out-of-scope inquiries (e.g., grants) appropriately.
- Maintain current knowledge of the evolving clinical/scientific landscape in your therapeutic area.
- Research support (as requested by Global Center for Scientific Affairs): align investigator-sponsored research concepts/qualifications to company strategies; identify barriers to patient enrollment/retention.
- Clinical trial support (as requested by Global Clinical Trial Operations): recommend study sites/investigators (Phase II–IV); conduct Site Initiation Visits; assist with protocol lead responsibilities; address investigator questions.
- Support scientific congresses/medical meetings and facilitate scientific/data exchange (including competitor data).
- Gather feedback/data during routine activities to inform medical/scientific needs and priorities.
Required
- PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.
- 3+ years relevant Immunology (IBD) experience beyond terminal degree.
- Principles verbal/written communication; ability to lead doctoral-level discussions.
- Knowledge of FDA/OIG/HIPAA and relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations.
- Stakeholder management, organization, and ability to work in a changing environment.
- Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.
- Territory: Southern–Midwest; must reside in territory; travel up to 50%.
Preferred
- Additional Immunology/Rheumatology/Dermatology experience; field-based medical experience; research experience; scientific/medical publications.
Skills
- Clinical Immunology, Clinical Trials, External Collaboration, Immunoassays, Medical Affairs (Pharmaceutical), Professional Networking, Scientific Communications, Strategic Thinking.
Compensation/Benefits (if applicable)
- Salary range: $190,800.00–$300,300.00; annual bonus and long-term incentive (if applicable).
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement/401(k), paid time off, compassionate/sick days).
Application
- Apply via https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or Workday Jobs Hub for current employees). Deadline listed on posting.