Regional Medical Scientific Director – Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology/Dermatology

MSD

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

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific communication and stakeholder engagement within the Rheumatology and Dermatology Immunology fields, while adhering to ethical guidelines and regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead discussions, manage relationships, and support clinical development initiatives effectively.

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

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Hard Skills

Scientific CommunicationClinical DevelopmentResearch AlignmentSite Initiation VisitsInvestigator QualificationsPatient Enrollment StrategiesScientific Merit EvaluationTherapeutic ExpertiseData Exchange FacilitationScientific Publication

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationNetworking SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdaptabilityLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft OneNoteVirtual Meeting Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driving License

Industry Keywords

RheumatologyDermatology ImmunologyClinical TrialsInvestigator-Sponsored ResearchGCP GuidelinesField SOPsGMSA Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in bidirectional scientific and medical information exchange with Scientific Leaders
Provide balanced, factual scientific information on non-product areas and respond to scientific questions about Company products
Liaise between the scientific community and the Company regarding approved, in-development, and Company-sponsored trials and investigator-sponsored research
Serve as a role model for field medical team members through onboarding and sharing therapeutic expertise
Support the Rheumatology and Dermatology Immunology program
Develop professional relationships with national and regional Scientific Leaders
Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain reliable scientific contacts
Address scientific questions and direct out-of-scope inquiries to appropriate company resources
Maintain current knowledge of the scientific and clinical environment in the relevant therapeutic area
Discuss research alignment, study concepts, scientific merit, and investigator qualifications with Scientific Leaders and potential investigators
Enhance understanding of investigator-sponsored research foundations and goals
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 serve as protocol lead in collaboration with GCTO
Address investigator questions about Company-sponsored clinical studies
Engage in scientific congresses and medical meetings and facilitate scientific/data exchange
Gather feedback and insights about medical or scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and patients
Lead by example in creating, leading, and retaining a workforce

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD
Minimum 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 relevant ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and OneNote
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms
Adherence to field and corporate policies, GMSA strategy, field SOPs, GCP guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities
Must reside within the specified Upper Midwest territory: IL, MN, MI, WI, or IN
Valid driving license
Willingness to travel 50%
No visa sponsorship available
Preferred: field-based medical experience
Preferred: research experience
Preferred: demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus and 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 and sick days
Remote work arrangement
No relocation required