MSD

Senior Director, Medical Affairs – Hematology

MSD

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $210,400 - $331,100 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Clearly communicates USMA-aligned field execution plans and expectations; monitor progress and course-correct to meet country medical affairs plans (CMAP) and Field Engagement Plan (FEP) objectives and timelines aligned to: Scientific Exchange, Insights, Scientific Congresses and Research.
  • Champions the team’s contribution to USMA and V&I priorities; ensure field insights and research outputs are captured, synthesized and translated into actionable recommendations.
  • Manages, recruits and onboards a team of field-based medical affairs professionals.
  • Assesses RMSD performance to objectives and competencies by using our company’s performance principles through routine field observation/coaching visits, internal and external stakeholder feedback and field/customer metric analysis.
  • Supports the professional growth and development plans of each RMSD through coaching, guidance and partnership in developing and implementing individualized employee development.
  • Advocates for and contributes to the development of internal resources and processes that elevate field effectiveness and operational excellence.
  • Leverages external and internal resources to advance team capability, scientific credibility and strategic impact.
  • Models and enforces the highest standards of ethics and compliance; ensure all team activities adhere to company policies, SOPs, and relevant regulatory guidance (including safe field practices such as driver safety).
  • Owns compliance readiness: continuously assess compliance risks, implement preventive measures and lead timely remediation when issues arise.
  • Acts as a financial steward of Our Company resources with respect to individual and employee actions; Reviews and approves expense reports.
  • Demonstrates eagerness to contribute to an environment of belonging, inclusion, and empowerment. Leads by example and serves as a role model for creating, leading and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
  • In alignment with the Executive Director of US Medical Affairs, engages with cross-functional partners to develop the FEP that aligns with the CMAP goals and ensures strategic execution of the FEP to deliver measurable field impact. As needed, provides input and/or project management with USMA and V&I cross-functional organizations to support and execute against goals and priorities.

Requirements

  • Minimum: MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP, or DO with demonstrated ability to effectively lead and coach scientific/medical colleagues at all skill and knowledge levels.
  • 5+ years of experience in a field-based medical role with proven competence in scientific leader engagement, scientific exchange and research support.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience leading & managing field-medical teams.
  • Relevant hematology area knowledge and understanding of its application/implementation in US healthcare landscape.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills, strong personal integrity, teamwork abilities (including the ability to lead a therapeutic team across a geographical area), business acumen, and focus on scientific education and dialogue.
  • A thorough understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and its customers to ensure compliance with all external and internal guidelines and standard operating procedures.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a constantly changing environment and to motivate a team to do the same.
  • Desire to develop and manage a team in an environment of belonging, engagement, and empowerment by: Working to transform the environment, culture, and business landscape. Leveraging diversity and inclusion to ensure business value, per global diversity and inclusion strategy. Ensuring accountability to drive an inclusive culture. Strengthening the foundational elements of diversity.
Benefits
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
  • retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • paid holidays
  • vacation
  • compassionate and sick days
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
scientific exchangeresearch supportfield-based medical roleteam managementperformance assessmentcompliance readinessfinancial stewardshipcoachingdevelopment planningmetric analysis
Soft Skills
interpersonal communicationpresentation skillsteamworkbusiness acumenleadershipintegritymotivationorganizational skillsadaptabilityinclusivity
Certifications
MDPhDPharmDDNPDO