Regional Medical Scientific Director (aka Medical Science Liaison) Immunology – GI (Mid-Atlantic States)

Merck is hiring a full-time Regional Medical Scientific Director (Medical Science Liaison) focused on Immunology and gastrointestinal disease in the Mid-Atlantic region. This director-level medical affairs position is based in Tarrytown, Texas.

About the Role

As Regional Medical Scientific Director—also known as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL)—you will serve as a credentialed medical expert and strategic partner for healthcare professionals across the Mid-Atlantic territory. Your focus will be inflammatory bowel disease immunology, where you will advance clinical knowledge, support evidence-based care, and contribute to Merck's key business objectives in this therapeutic area.

What You'll Do

• Engage physicians, gastroenterologists, and medical thought leaders with scientific expertise in IBD immunology and treatment options
• Build and strengthen relationships with key opinion leaders and clinical stakeholders throughout the Mid-Atlantic region
• Deliver evidence-based medical information that educates healthcare professionals on clinical efficacy, mechanisms of action, and disease management strategies
• Identify and communicate unmet clinical needs and provide insights that inform medical affairs strategy
• Support market development initiatives while maintaining full compliance with medical affairs regulations and standards
• Gather and communicate relevant clinical intelligence to cross-functional Merck teams

What We're Looking For

• PhD, PharmD, DNP, or MD degree (required)
• Director-level experience in medical affairs, clinical science, or related healthcare field
• Deep expertise in immunology and gastrointestinal disease strongly preferred
• Proven ability to communicate complex clinical science effectively with diverse healthcare audiences
• Strategic, growth-oriented professional committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within assigned territory

About Merck

Merck is a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to discovering and delivering medicines and vaccines that address serious diseases. We collaborate with healthcare professionals, researchers, and patients to advance innovation in therapeutic areas ranging from oncology to immunology to infectious disease.

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