Regional Medical Scientific Director, MSL, COPD/Respiratory

MSD

. Develop professional relationships and engage with national and regional Scientific Leaders .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $190,800 - $300,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting scientific discussions and engaging with key stakeholders in the COPD/Respiratory therapeutic area. Proficient in adhering to regulatory guidelines and facilitating investigator-sponsored research while maintaining strong communication and organizational skills.

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

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Hard Skills

Scientific DiscussionsClinical Development ProgramsSite Initiation VisitsResearch Alignment AssessmentData Exchange FacilitationPatient Enrollment StrategiesScientific EducationProtocol LeadershipInvestigator EngagementTherapeutic Expertise

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNetworking SkillsOrganizational SkillsIntegrityEmpowerment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteVirtual Meeting Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, Or MDValid Driving License

Industry Keywords

COPDRespiratoryClinical TrialsGCP GuidelinesEthical GuidelinesInvestigator-Sponsored ResearchScientific LeadersField-Based Medical ExperienceScientific Publication Record

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop professional relationships and engage with national and regional Scientific Leaders
Conduct peer-to-peer scientific discussions and provide approved medical and scientific information
Address scientific questions and direct out-of-scope inquiries to appropriate company resources
Maintain current knowledge of the scientific and clinical environment in COPD/Respiratory
Initiate scientific and data exchanges with potential investigators and 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 identify potential investigators for Phase II-IV clinical development programs
Conduct Site Initiation Visits
Serve as protocol lead 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/data exchange
Gather scientific insights about medical or scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and/or patients
Liaise between the scientific community and the Company
Support onboarding and share therapeutic expertise with other field medical team members
Adhere to field and corporate policies, GMSA strategy, SOPs, GCP guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities
Work independently and as a team member while modeling integrity, inclusion, and empowerment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside within the Chicago (IL, WI, IA, MN, SD) territory
Ability to travel up to 50% within the territory
Required credential: PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD
Advanced Practice Providers or MS in a healthcare discipline may be considered with relevant experience
Minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program, e.g., COPD/Respiratory
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills
Principled verbal and written communications
Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders
Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue
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
Valid driving license required
No visa sponsorship
Preferred: field-based medical experience, research experience, and demonstrated scientific/medical publication record

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