Payer & Health Systems Oncology, Medical Affairs Director (PHSO MAD) (NC, SC, TN)
Merck · Remote +4 more
Medical AffairsRemoteFull-time$210k–$331kCompany career page
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Role summary
Merck seeks a medical affairs director to build relationships with payers and health system decision-makers in oncology. The role involves developing strategic account plans, providing clinical expertise across the product portfolio, and supporting regional medical teams across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
What they're looking for
- MD, PhD, or PharmD degree required
- 3+ years field-based medical affairs with payers/health systems OR 5+ years clinical oncology in health system
- Experience developing peer relationships with organized healthcare and payer organization leaders
- Deep knowledge of clinical medicine, healthcare systems, pharmacoeconomics, and value-based payment models
- Strong interpersonal communication, networking, and collaborative skills with customer focus
- Thorough understanding of pharmaceutical industry ethical guidelines
- Demonstrated project leadership and ability to prioritize in dynamic environments
What you'll be doing
- Build and maintain professional relationships with key decision-makers in organized health systems
- Develop strategic account plans with Account Executive teams and execute aligned medical activities
- Assess market dynamics and evolving information needs to inform value proposition development
- Coordinate with Regional Medical Scientific Director on clinical support for key accounts
- Support scientific meetings and prepare post-meeting deliverables
Key requirements
- Therapeutic area
- Oncology
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