US Director, Medical Affairs – Rheumatology, Dermatology

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🕒 July 15

🔔 Pennsylvania – Remote

🔔 Pennsylvania – Remote

💵 $190.8k - $300.3k / year

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

👨‍⚕️ Medical Director

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MSD

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1891

🏥 Healthcare

📦 Logistics

🧬 Biotechnology

Healthcare • Logistics • Biotechnology

MSD is a leading biopharmaceutical company known as Merck & Co. , Inc. in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, and as MSD globally. The company focuses on scientific innovation to deliver medicines and vaccines for various health challenges, including oncology, vaccines, infectious diseases, and cardio-metabolic diseases. MSD operates multiple divisions, including Human Health, Animal Health, and Research & Development. With approximately 75,000 employees worldwide and a significant investment in research and development, MSD is committed to improving global health through its scientific advancements. Additionally, the company places a strong emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and corporate responsibility. MSD’s operations extend worldwide, offering opportunities in numerous regions and promoting diversity and innovation in all aspects of its business.

📋 Description

• Drive Medical Affairs strategy in the Rheumatology and Dermatology space for the US • Drive scientific excellence across in-line business and the company pipeline • Optimize field readiness across Scientific Exchange, Company Trials, Investigator-Sponsored Programs, Congresses, and Insights • Lead execution of scientific and medical affairs plans for assigned therapy areas within the region • Engage regional cross-functional teams and provide US input to US MAT, PAT, MT, and V&I planning meetings • Collaborate with Global TA teams and cross-functional partners on US regional Value & Implementation Planning • Integrate local insights into Global Scientific Value Content and Center of Scientific Exchange Excellence plans • Facilitate local adoption of GSVC and CSEE initiatives • Lead aligned local training programs and evaluate training effectiveness in the field • Develop and implement regional strategies aligned with headquarters V&I goals • Contribute to the US Country Medical Affairs Plan, Field Medical Plan/Field Engagement Plan, and field training plan • Identify and prioritize US field resources, training needs, and activities • Develop scientific engagement plans aligned with the global scientific communications platform • Ensure advisory board and field medical insights are actioned and monitored for trends • Organize expert input events with Scientific Leaders and key stakeholders • Manage patient support, education, and risk-management programs as needed • Partner with GSVC, CSEE, GCTO, GMSA TA leads, and internal/external SMEs to deliver regional training • Share best practices across US Medical Affairs roles and teams • Collaborate with the FMAD to harmonize training standards and processes • Provide input into congress priorities and participate in planning at key scientific congresses • Monitor the healthcare environment and emerging trends to optimize plans and field execution • Support new-hire scientific foundational onboarding and verbalization processes • Support the Investigator Studies Program through consultation, dissemination, training, and scientific review

🎯 Requirements

• Advanced degree (e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD) relevant to the TA-specific disease area • Recognized medical expertise in rheumatology/dermatology • Minimum 5 years of medical affairs experience or equivalent clinical/research experience • Minimum 3 years working in the therapeutic area (clinical, research, or pharmaceutical environment) or a highly relevant TA, with demonstrated scientific acumen • Proven strategic decision-making and planning ability • Track record leading complex projects and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Strong emotional intelligence • Exceptional networking and partnership skills • Agile mindset and ability to drive continuous improvement • Expertise interpreting and communicating complex scientific concepts in one-on-one and group settings • Deep knowledge of the US healthcare system, national treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG compliance • Ability to travel up to 40% (congresses) • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel • No visa sponsorship available • Required skills: Clinical Affairs, Clinical Research, Dermatology, Medical Affairs, Pharmaceutical Industry, Pharmaceutical Research, Rheumatology, Scientific Leadership

🏖️ Benefits

• 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 and sick days • Remote work arrangement • No relocation required