Assoc. Dir, Medical Affairs Respiratory

Merck & Co., Inc.

Hybrid
Country medical affairs plan execution
Scientific engagement with leaders
Cross-functional collaboration strategy
The Associate Director Medical Affairs position at Merck & Co., Inc. focuses on executing the Country Medical Affairs Plan, engaging with scientific leaders, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance patient outcomes. The role requires strategic leadership, medical insights gathering, and development of non-promotional medical education programs

Job Summary

  • The Associate Director is responsible for developing and executing the Country Medical Affairs Plan while spending 20-30% of time on scientific engagements.
  • This role requires close cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, and Pharmacovigilance teams to align on strategic goals.
  • Candidates must provide non-promotional, balanced scientific information and manage budgets for medical education programs in compliance with local regulations.

Matching Summary

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The Associate Director Medical Affairs position at Merck & Co., Inc. focuses on executing the Country Medical Affairs Plan, engaging with scientific leaders, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance patient outcomes. The role requires strategic leadership, medical insights gathering, and development of non-promotional medical education programs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Country Medical Affairs Plan execution
  • Scientific engagement with leaders
  • Cross-functional collaboration strategy
  • Budget management for medical programs
  • Regulatory compliance adherence
  • Investigator-initiated study support

Nice-to-have

  • Building trust with scientific community
  • Adaptability to local corporate needs
  • Peer-to-peer medical exchange facilitation
  • Professional networking in healthcare
  • Strategic translation of global goals

Key Requirements

  • Experience in Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs
  • Knowledge of Clinical Development and Trials
  • Understanding of Regulatory Affairs Compliance
  • Budget planning and monitoring skills
  • Ability to lead advisory boards

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