Summary

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.

Job description

Primary Activities

Leadership and Management

Recruiting, on-boarding, training and management of a team of field-based medical professionals.
Responsible for all aspects of the performance management process, including assessment of Oncology RMSD performance to objectives and competencies.
Assessment is accomplished by routine field observation/coaching visits, peer colleague/program development feedback and field/customer metric analysis.
Personal development plans are developed and monitored for each Oncology RMSD.
Responsible for the communication of Oncology disease state support plans to team and the execution of the agreed plan.
Provides input on resource development and coordinates the utilization of resources to assist with the development of the team and individual team members.
Responsible for ensuring that all team members comply with the intent and application of our company policies and regulations and driver safety in the field environment.

Planning and Project Management

Supports the Executive Director Medical Affairs via project management required to ensure development and execution of the Oncology disease support plans.
As needed, provides project support to the national US Medical Affairs organization.

Budget Management

Effectively manages regional team budget.
Review and approve routine expense reports, as applicable and appropriate.

Requirements

MD, PharmD, or PhD with demonstrated ability to effectively lead and coach scientific / medical colleagues at all skill and knowledge levels
Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills, strong personal integrity, teamwork abilities (including the ability to lead a therapeutic team across a geographical area), business acumen, and focus on scientific education and dialogue.
Must possess a thorough understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPAA and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers to ensure compliance with all external and internal guidelines and standard operating procedures.
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment and to motivate a team to do the same.
Previous oncology experience.
Three or more years experience in a field based medical role with proven competency in customer engagement and education.
Previous management experience of professional employees, especially field-based medical personnel.
Previous experience within Gynecologic Malignancies therapeutic area.
Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access), and ability to interface effectively with a variety of technical platforms for the collection, review, and dissemination of medical information.
Scientific/medical research experience, including demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication.
Working knowledge of key academic centers within the geographic area.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Retirement benefits
401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate leave
Sick days
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.