[Hiring] US Director Medical Affairs @Merck

Role Description

The US Director Medical Affairs is a US centric country medical director role focused on Medical Affairs strategy in the Rheumatology and Dermatology space.

The US DMA is a regionally based position within our company's Research Laboratories, US Medical Affairs. This position strategically drives scientific excellence across in-line business and the One of our company's Pipeline while optimizing field readiness across the USMA strategic pillars:

• Scientific Exchange
• Company Trials
• Investigator-Sponsored Programs
• Congresses
• Insights

The US DMA is an experienced therapeutic area (TA) leader and subject matter expert (SME) with relevant medical affairs and field medical experience. This role is also responsible for driving execution of scientific and medical affairs plans for assigned Therapy Areas within their region, engaging with regional cross-functional teams, and providing US input to the relevant cross-functional team meetings, e.g., US MAT, PAT, MT and V&I Plans.

As a core member (or co-lead) of the US Medical Affairs Team (MAT), the US DMA collaborates with the Global TA team and cross-functional partners to enable US regional implementation of Value & Implementation (V&I) Planning by:

• Integrating local insights into Global Scientific Value Content (GSVC) and Center of Scientific Exchange Excellence (CSEE) plans
• Facilitating local adoption of GSVC and CSEE initiatives
• Leading development and execution of aligned local training programs
• Evaluating training effectiveness and application in the field

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD) relevant to the TA-specific disease area and recognized medical expertise in the TA (rheumatology/dermatology)
• A minimum of 5 years of medical affairs experience or equivalent clinical/research experience
• A minimum of 3 years of working in TA (clinical, research, or pharmaceutical environment) or within a highly relevant TA with demonstrated scientific acumen
• Proven ability in Strategic Decision Making & Planning, including helping the US Executive Director prioritize initiatives across the portfolio
• Demonstrated Execution Excellence with a track record of leading complex projects, managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong Emotional Intelligence to foster trust and respect within a complex, matrixed organizational structure
• Exceptional Networking & Partnerships skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders
• Agile mindset as a Change Catalyst, committed to experimenting, learning, and adapting in response to evolving business needs, and capable of driving continuous improvement
• Expertise in interpreting and communicating complex scientific concepts clearly in both one-on-one and group settings
• Deep knowledge of the US healthcare system, including national treatment guidelines, clinical research processes, FDA regulations, and OIG compliance
• The ability to travel up to 40% (i.e.: Congresses)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Requirements

• Field Medical Affairs experience
• Deep subject matter expertise in the Rheum and Derm TA

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days