We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we “follow the science” that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. We believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe Our Medical Affairs team advances patient care by engaging in scientific exchange with external medical experts and industry professionals ensuring the scientific value of our products is realized. We engage and train internal employees to ensure that they thoroughly comprehend the science behind the medicine and review further unmet medical needs to bolster collaboration and further differentiate our portfolio **What are we looking for** - PhD, PharmD, DNP, or MD or equivalent - Minimum 6 months of experience as Medical Scientific Liaison - Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders - Field-based medical experience - Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue - Business and market knowledge - English intermediate - advanced - Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills - A thorough comprehension of local/regional regulatory agencies 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, Access) - Desire to contribute to an environment of belonging, engagement, equity, and empowerment by: - Working to transform the environment, culture, and business landscape - Leveraging diversity and inclusion to increase competitive advantage, per global diversity and inclusion strategy - Ensuring accountability to drive an inclusive culture - Strengthening the foundational elements of diversity - Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies, including field standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines - Availability to travel **Preferred** - Epidemiology or internal medicine degree desired - Clinical research experience - Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication - Clinical (patient care) or research experience in assigned therapeutic area(s) beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program - Proven competence and a minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience **Who we are ** We are known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, New Jersey, USA in the United States and Canada and MSD everywhere else. For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases. Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world. **What we look for ** Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today. **We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.** **Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** **Employee Status**: Regular **Relocation**: No relocation **VISA Sponsorship**: No **Travel Requirements**: 50% **Flexible Work Arrangements**: **Shift**: **Valid Driving License**: **Hazardous Material(s)**: **Number of Openings**: 1 **Requisition ID**:R213857