Regional Medical Scientific Director; Medical Science Liaison - GI Immunology; Eastern PA, Was
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Healthcare
Clinical Research, Medical Science Liaison, Medical Science
Job Description
Job Description
Location detailsThis role covers Eastern Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Maryland, Delaware, and Northern Virginia (e.g., Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William). Candidates must reside within the territory, preference for the Philadelphia or Washington DC metro areas. Travel up to 50% within the territory.
ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and Primary Activities
Scientific Exchange
The Regional Medical Scientific Director (RMSD) is a credentialed (i.e., PhD, Pharm
D, DNP, MD) therapeutic and disease expert who engages in bidirectional exchange of scientific or medical information with Scientific Leaders (SLs). This MSL-type role provides balanced, factual, scientific information about non-product areas of interest to the Company and replies to scientific questions from SLs, including questions about Company products. The work of an RMSD is aligned to:
Scientific Exchange, Research, Scientific Congress Support, and Scientific Insights.RMSDs liaise between the scientific community and the Company to enhance the comprehension of scientific foundations and goals for approved, in-development, and active Company-sponsored trials and/or investigator-sponsored research studies. The RMSD serves as a role model for other field medical team members in ways that include on-boarding and/or sharing of therapeutic expertise.
This position will support our Company’s Gastrointestinal (GI) Immunology program
Research
Upon request from Global Center for Scientific Affairs (GCSA),
Initiates discussions with SLs and/or potential investigators that include scientific/data exchange within our AOI to determine the alignment with our research strategies, studies concepts, scientific merit, and qualifications for a specific compound or trial
Enhances the comprehension of the scientific foundations and goals of investigator-sponsored research
Identifies barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones
Upon request from Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO),
Recommends study sites and identifies potential investigators to participate in phase II-IV clinical development programs, conducts Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), and detects barriers to patient enrollment and retention efforts to achieve study milestones.
Protocol lead responsibilities in collaboration with GCTO
Addresses questions from investigators and provides information regarding participation in Company-sponsored clinical studies
Scientific Congress Support
Engages in scientific congresses and medical meetings, facilitates scientific and data exchange for both Company and competitor data.
Scientific Insights
Gathers feedback, data, or information during routine activities that can help the company better comprehend medical or scientific needs, priorities, or concerns of SLs and/or patients
Inclusive Mindset and Behavior
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 an inclusive workforce
Minimum
PhD, Pharm
D, DNP, DO, or MDProven competence and a minimum of 3 years of relevant therapeutic area (gastrointestinal) experience beyond that obtained in the terminal degree program
Ability to conduct doctoral-level discussions with key external stakeholders
Dedication to scientific excellence with a strong focus on scientific education and dialogue
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and networking skills
A thorough comprehension of FDA, OIG, HIPAA, 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, Teams, One Note)
Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms
Consistent adherence to field and corporate policies and Global Medical Scientific Affairs (GMSA) strategy, including field standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and administrative/operational responsibilities
Preferred
Field-based medical experience
Research Experience
Demonstrated record of scientific/medical publication
#eligibleforERP
Required Skills:
Clinical Immunology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Disease, Immunology, KOL Engagement, Medical Affairs, Pharmaceutical Medical Affairs, Pharmacy Regulation, Scientific Research, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management
Preferred
Skills:
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