Virology (HIV) Community MSL / Regional Medical Scientific Associate Director – West Region

Merck is hiring a Virology (HIV) Community Medical Scientific Liaison and Regional Associate Director for the West Region, based in Sacramento, California. This full-time position offers the opportunity to advance HIV care and prevention science while leading field-based medical education and strategic engagement across the western United States.

About the Role

As a Medical Science Liaison and Regional Associate Director focused on virology and HIV, you'll serve as a trusted scientific authority bridging Merck's research and clinical expertise with healthcare providers, infectious disease specialists, and community health organizations throughout the West Region. This role combines hands-on field engagement with regional leadership responsibilities in supporting scientific initiatives and relationship development.

What You'll Do

• Design and deliver evidence-based medical education to infectious disease clinicians, primary care providers, and community health workers on current HIV treatment advances and prevention approaches
• Gather real-world field intelligence from healthcare settings, community organizations, and provider networks to inform internal scientific strategy and product development
• Build and sustain relationships with regional key opinion leaders, hospital systems, community health centers, and advocacy organizations working in HIV medicine
• Support healthcare provider discussions on treatment value, health economics, and patient access pathways for HIV therapeutics
• Represent Merck at regional medical conferences, professional association meetings, and community health forums
• Document and analyze field insights and stakeholder feedback to guide regional and corporate-level decision-making
• Coordinate scientific support activities and contribute to research and educational initiatives across the West Region

What We're Looking For

• Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacology, infectious disease, medicine, or public health (PharmD, MD, MS, or equivalent)
• Substantive expertise in virology, HIV science, infectious disease treatment, or prevention medicine
• Prior experience in a Medical Science Liaison, clinical specialist, community health, or related field-based role
• Excellent scientific communication skills and ability to translate complex concepts for diverse professional audiences
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Willingness to travel throughout the West Region as required
• Knowledge of the US healthcare system and community health infrastructure

About Merck

Merck is a research-intensive biopharmaceutical company at the forefront of discovering and delivering innovative solutions for disease prevention and treatment in humans and animals. We partner with healthcare communities and scientific institutions to advance public health.

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