Regional Medical Scientific Director – Cardiopulmonary, Pulmonary Hypertension

MSD

. Drive strategic operating priorities related to scientific innovation, resource prioritization, organizational adaptation, and diverse talent .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary therapeutic areas, with a strong ability to engage in scientific discussions and provide actionable insights for Research & Development. Proven track record in clinical research, networking with scientific leaders, and compliance with regulatory standards.

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M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D. Or Relevant APP CredentialClinical And/or Research Experience In Cardiovascular & PulmonaryMedical Scientific Liaison (MSL) ExperienceKnowledge Of FDA Regulations And Ethical GuidelinesEffective Leadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical ResearchData AnalysisScientific CommunicationTherapeutic Area ExpertiseNetworking With Scientific LeadersPresentation SkillsUnderstanding Of Treatment GuidelinesResearch Publication ExperienceMedical Affairs SupportResource Prioritization

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

M.D.Ph.D.Pharm.D.Relevant APP Credential

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaceuticalPulmonary HypertensionClinical DevelopmentPopulation HealthGCP GuidelinesHIPAAOIGScientific ExchangeInvestigator Study Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic operating priorities related to scientific innovation, resource prioritization, organizational adaptation, and diverse talent
Engage in scientific exchange and research support with external scientific leaders and investigators in Pulmonary Hypertension
Provide balanced, factual scientific information about non-product areas, company products, and company data
Facilitate and develop peer-level relationships with scientific leaders and investigators
Identify and address scientific needs and ensure access to medical and scientific information
Conduct peer-level scientific discussions and maintain a reliable Medical Affairs contact presence
Lead proactive non-product discussions on disease states, diagnosis, epidemiology, unmet medical need, and population health
Integrate scientific knowledge into actionable insights for Research & Development and Human Health strategies
Communicate external stakeholder opinions, insights, and feedback to Medical Affairs headquarters teams
Represent Research & Development at scientific meetings and congresses and contribute to debriefs and post-congress reports
Support company-sponsored trials and Investigator Study Programs
Identify potential investigators for Phase II-IV clinical development programs
Provide scientific support for sponsored trials
Provide in-depth scientific support to Health Systems Teams
Maintain disease and therapeutic-area expertise through conferences, workshops, and journal review
Comply with company policies, laws, regulations, ethical standards, field SOPs, GCP guidelines, and operational responsibilities
Contribute to an inclusive, equitable, engaged, and empowering environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D. or relevant APP credential required
Three years in the biotech/pharmaceutical or healthcare environment
Three years of clinical and/or research experience beyond the terminal degree program in Cardiovascular & Pulmonary therapeutic areas, with demonstrated scientific excellence, or five years of relevant Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) experience with demonstrated scientific excellence
Principled interpersonal, communication, networking, and presentation skills
Deep therapeutic competency and current knowledge of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary/translational science trends
Ability to network and partner with scientific leaders, investigators, clinical practice leaders, academic-affiliated institutions, and treatment guideline members
Recognition for scientific excellence in Cardiovascular & Pulmonary therapeutic areas preferred
Clinical therapeutic-area practice and independent research/publication experience highly desirable
Five years of prior pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
Prior experience within the geography and established therapeutic-area stakeholder relationships preferred
Effective leadership skills preferred
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) preferred
Ability to consolidate and understand complex data sets, execute data analyses, summarize/synthesize data, and objectively interpret results preferred
Knowledge of national and society treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, OIG, HIPAA, and relevant ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations preferred
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a changing environment preferred
Up to 50% travel, including overnight
Must reside within the defined Central Plains territory: Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Nebraska, or Iowa
Valid driving license required
No visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
Remote work arrangement
No relocation