Regional Medical Scientific Director – Gynecologic Malignancies

MSD

. Engage in bidirectional scientific and medical information exchange with Scientific Leaders .

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

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific and medical information exchange, with a strong focus on stakeholder management and communication. Possesses a thorough understanding of FDA regulations and ethical guidelines relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.

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PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, Or MDStakeholder ManagementScientific ExcellenceFDA, OIG, HIPAA ComplianceGYN Oncology Experience

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Hard Skills

Scientific Information ExchangeClinical Development ProgramsProtocol LeadershipResearch StrategiesData ExchangeSite Initiation VisitsPatient Enrollment StrategiesScientific PublicationTherapeutic Area ExpertiseDoctoral-Level Discussions

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNetworking SkillsOrganizational SkillsDedication to InclusionEmpowerment Advocacy

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteVirtual Meeting Platforms

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryGCP GuidelinesField SOPsEthical GuidelinesClinical Trials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in bidirectional scientific and medical information exchange 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 dynamic scientific and clinical environment in the assigned therapeutic area
Initiate discussions with Scientific Leaders and potential investigators regarding scientific/data exchange, research strategies, study concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications
Enhance understanding of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator-sponsored research
Identify barriers to patient enrollment and retention
Recommend study sites and identify potential investigators for phase II-IV clinical development programs
Conduct Site Initiation Visits and detect barriers to enrollment and retention
Perform protocol leadership responsibilities in collaboration with Global Clinical Trial Operations
Address investigator questions and provide information about company-sponsored clinical studies
Engage in scientific congresses and medical meetings and facilitate scientific and data exchange for company and competitor data
Gather feedback and insights about medical or scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and/or patients
Serve as a role model for field medical team members, including onboarding and sharing therapeutic expertise
Contribute to an environment of belonging and empowerment
Support an inclusive culture and ensure business value aligned with global 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
Desire to contribute to an environment of belonging and empowerment
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and GMSA strategy, including field SOPs, GCP guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities
Candidates must reside within the territory covering Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, and Washington, DC
Ability to travel up to 50% within the territory
Valid driving license
Preferred: field-based medical experience, with GYN Oncology experience strongly preferred
Preferred: research experience
Preferred: demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication
No visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

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