Regional Medical Scientific Director – Medical Science Liaison, Rheumatology/Dermatology

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Participate in two-way scientific and medical information exchange with Scientific Leaders.

• Deliver balanced and factual scientific information regarding non-product areas and address scientific inquiries about Company products.

• Act as a liaison between the scientific community and the Company concerning approved, in-development, and Company-sponsored trials, as well as investigator-sponsored research.

• Serve as a role model for members of the field medical team by providing onboarding support and sharing therapeutic expertise.

• Assist the Rheumatology and Dermatology Immunology program.

• Cultivate professional relationships with national and regional Scientific Leaders.

• Engage in peer-to-peer scientific discussions and maintain trustworthy scientific contacts.

• Respond to scientific inquiries and direct out-of-scope questions to the appropriate company resources.

• Keep up-to-date with the scientific and clinical landscape in the relevant therapeutic area.

• Discuss research alignment, study concepts, scientific merit, and investigator qualifications with Scientific Leaders and prospective investigators.

• Enhance understanding of the foundations and goals of investigator-sponsored research.

• Identify obstacles to patient enrollment and retention.

• Suggest study sites and pinpoint potential investigators for Phase II-IV clinical development programs.

• Conduct Site Initiation Visits and act as protocol lead in collaboration with GCTO.

• Address questions from investigators regarding Company-sponsored clinical studies.

• Participate in scientific congresses and medical meetings to facilitate scientific/data exchange.

• Collect feedback and insights on the medical or scientific needs, priorities, and concerns of Scientific Leaders and patients.

• Lead by example in creating, developing, and maintaining a strong workforce.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD, PharmD, DNP, DO, or MD.

• At least 3 years of relevant therapeutic area experience beyond what was gained in the terminal degree program.

• Capability to engage in doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders.

• Commitment to scientific excellence with a strong emphasis on scientific education and dialogue.

• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills.

• Comprehensive understanding of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, and other pertinent ethical guidelines, laws, and regulations.

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively within a dynamic environment.

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and OneNote.

• Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms.

• Compliance with field and corporate policies, GMSA strategy, field SOPs, GCP guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities.

• Must reside within the designated Upper Midwest territory: IL, MN, MI, WI, or IN.

• Valid driver's license.

• Willingness to travel 50%.

• No visa sponsorship is available.

• Preferred: experience in a field-based medical role.

• Preferred: research experience.

• Preferred: a proven track record of scientific/medical publication.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare.

• Additional insurance benefits for employees and their families.

• Retirement benefits, including 401(k).

• Paid holidays.

• Vacation time.

• Compassionate and sick days.

• Remote work arrangement.

• No relocation required.