Regional Medical Scientific Director – Gynecologic Malignancies

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. Engage in bidirectional exchange of scientific or medical information with Scientific Leaders .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • Oklahoma • United StatesLead💰 $210,400 - $331,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific communication and stakeholder engagement within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on ethical guidelines and clinical research. Possesses advanced knowledge in therapeutic areas and the ability to conduct high-level discussions with key external stakeholders.

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PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, Or MD3+ Years Therapeutic Area ExperienceStakeholder ManagementFDA, OIG, HIPAA ComplianceMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Scientific CommunicationClinical ResearchData ExchangeStudy Site RecommendationsProtocol Leadership SupportInvestigator EngagementPatient Enrollment StrategiesScientific PublicationResearch Alignment AssessmentTherapeutic Area Knowledge

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationNetworking SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteVirtual Meeting Platforms

Industry Keywords

FDA GuidelinesOIG RegulationsHIPAA ComplianceGCP GuidelinesField SOPsGMSA StrategyOncologyClinical Development ProgramsScientific LeadersInvestigator-Sponsored Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in bidirectional exchange of scientific or medical information with Scientific Leaders
Provide balanced, factual scientific information about non-product areas and respond to scientific questions about Company products
Develop professional relationships with national and regional Scientific Leaders
Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain reliable medical contact with Scientific Leaders
Address scientific questions and direct out-of-scope inquiries to appropriate company resources
Maintain current knowledge of the scientific and clinical environment in the assigned therapeutic area
Initiate scientific and data exchanges with potential investigators to assess research alignment, study concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications
Enhance understanding of investigator-sponsored research foundations and goals
Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention
Recommend study sites and potential investigators for Phase II-IV clinical development programs
Conduct Site Initiation Visits and support protocol leadership with GCTO
Address investigator questions and provide information about Company-sponsored clinical studies
Engage in scientific congresses and medical meetings and facilitate scientific and data exchange
Gather feedback and insights on medical or scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and patients
Serve as a role model and support onboarding and sharing of therapeutic expertise
Contribute to an inclusive environment and help drive organizational and business strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD
Minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program
Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders
Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills
Thorough comprehension of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote)
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies, GMSA strategy, field SOPs, GCP guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities
Candidates must reside within the territory covering Texas and Oklahoma
Ability to travel up to 50% within the territory
Valid driving license required
No visa sponsorship
Preferred: Field-based medical experience, with GYN Oncology strongly preferred
Preferred: Research experience
Preferred: Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication

Benefits

Comp & perks

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