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Regional Medical Scientific Director-Thoracic Malignancies (Los Angeles)

MSD

Los Angeles, CARemotePosted 38 days ago$210,400.00 - $331,100.00
Full TimeSenior LevelMedical AffairsPharmaceutical
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Summary

The Oncology Regional Medical Scientific Director (RMSD) is a credentialed (MD, PhD, or PharmD) therapeutic and disease expert who engages in scientific exchange with leaders in the external medical and scientific community. Scientific exchange does not include promotional claims about any drug, vaccine or biologic product.

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

  • Develop professional relationships and communicate with national and regional scientific leaders to ensure access to 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 scientific leaders to ensure they have a medical contact within the company.
  • Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO), support Company-Sponsored Trials to enhance the understanding of scientific foundations and goals of the study, support patient enrollment and retention efforts or address investigator questions.
  • May initiate discussion with potential investigators to determine the level of interest and qualifications for a specific compound or trial.
  • Recommend potential study sites to Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO)/Clinical Research.
  • Address requests from investigators for information regarding participation in our Research and Development Division's studies.
  • Address scientific questions.
  • Investigator-Sponsored upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA), support company Share the company's 'areas of interest' and discuss study concepts to assess scientific merit and alignment with the company's research strategies.
  • Respond to unsolicited requests for assistance from potential investigators in submitting research proposals by providing internal guidelines or technical and scientific advice.
  • Education and training to maintain current knowledge and understanding of dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the company's areas of interest.
  • Direct scientific leader inquiries on issues outside of RMSD scope of responsibilities (e.g., grants) to appropriate company resources consistent with applicable policies.
  • When requested by our Research and Development Division, serve as a resource for the identification of potential investigators for consideration for participating in phase II-IV clinical development programs
  • In response to unsolicited requests from scientific leaders, provide areas of interest and general high-level information regarding the company Investigator Study Program process.
  • Serve as a role model for other field medical team members, including on-boarding and/or therapeutic training partner.
  • Attend scientific and medical meetings.

Required Location

This role covers the greater Los Angeles area. Candidates must reside within the territory. Ability for travel up to 50% within the territory.

Education Minimum Requirement

PhD, Pharm.D, MD, DNP

Required Experience and Skills

  • Clinical (patient care) or deep research experience in assigned therapeutic area(s) beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience and proven therapeutic competence in the oncology.
  • Capable of conducting doctoral level discussions with key external stakeholders
  • Strong focus on scientific education and dialogue
  • Business and market knowledge, including quality management.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
  • Must possess a thorough understanding of the United States Federal Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers.
  • Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).

Preferred Experience and Skills

  • Field-based medical experience
  • Clinical research experience
  • Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication

Requirements

  • PhD, Pharm.D, MD, DNP
  • Clinical (patient care) or deep research experience in assigned therapeutic area(s) beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience and proven therapeutic competence in the oncology.
  • Capable of conducting doctoral level discussions with key external stakeholders
  • Strong focus on scientific education and dialogue
  • Business and market knowledge, including quality management.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
  • Must possess a thorough understanding of the United States Federal Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers.
  • Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
  • Field-based medical experience
  • Clinical research experience
  • Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Other Insurance Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Annual Bonus
  • Long-Term Incentive

Company overview

MSD, known as Merck Sharp & Dohme outside the United States and Canada, is a global research-intensive biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey. Founded in 1891, the company has established itself as one of the world's leading pharmaceutical corporations with a rich history spanning over 130 years. MSD operates as the international division of Merck & Co., Inc., focusing on the discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products. The company's extensive portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments in oncology, infectious diseases, cardiology, diabetes, and vaccines, with notable products such as Keytruda (pembrolizumab) for cancer immunotherapy, Gardasil for HPV prevention, and Januvia for diabetes management. MSD maintains a strong commitment to research and development, investing significantly in scientific innovation to address unmet medical needs worldwide. With approximately 75,000 employees globally, the company operates through four main segments: pharmaceuticals, animal health, healthcare services, and strategic alliances. MSD's mission centers on using leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world, guided by the principle that medicine is for people, not profits.

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