MSD
MSD

MSD is a global biopharmaceutical company advancing medicines and vaccines for major health challenges, including cancer, infectious diseases, cardiovascular and metabolic conditions, and prevention-focused care. Known as Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, MSD combines scientific research with development and commercial expertise to bring healthcare solutions to people and animals.

Its work spans Human Health, Animal Health, and Research & Development, creating opportunities for professionals across scientific, clinical, commercial, operational, and corporate teams. With activities in regions around the world, MSD’s careers reflect its focus on research, collaboration, inclusion, and responsible progress in global health.

Director, Global Scientific and Value Content – Payor

Lead global scientific and value content strategy for payor medical affairs at MSD. Oversee scientific planning, payer-focused content, cross-functional programs, analysis, and team development.

Description

  • Define and guide V&I Plans and the Scientific Platform
  • Develop, prioritize, and deliver annual GSVC product plans aligned with V&I Plans and the Scientific Platform
  • Engage stakeholders and integrate medical insights into product planning
  • Direct the development, review, approval, and communication of GSVC content
  • Create or delegate medical information letters, FAQs, disease and product slide decks, congress booth materials, and digital medical content
  • Evaluate materials for scientific accuracy, relevance, appropriate literature, internal information, and company standards
  • Coordinate stakeholder input for content development, review, and approval, including CRT prioritization and reviewed-content management for the Payor team
  • Communicate approved materials to Medical Information and Global Medical and Scientific Affairs stakeholders
  • Develop globally reusable materials with Outcomes Research and address payer-landscape requirements
  • Act as a subject-matter expert and lead complex product projects and initiatives
  • Mentor and support GSVC P3/P4 staff and newly hired V&I GMVC team members
  • Lead internal training on GSVC disease and product content
  • Collaborate globally with Publications, Medical Directors, Payor and Health System Medical Affairs, Compliance, PDT, Outcomes Research, MSLs, and other stakeholders
  • Direct complex cross-functional initiatives and departmental process improvements
  • Write and maintain SOPs and lead organizational or cross-organizational initiatives
  • Coordinate coverage and contribute as a medical writer for Global Input Meetings
  • Provide strategic direction on complex issues, escalations, regulatory and compliance matters, and team objectives
  • Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses and communicate findings
  • Lead onboarding and training for core functions
  • Promote change, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration

Requirements

  • MD, PharmD, or PhD with at least five years of relevant Medical Affairs experience; or MSN, BS in Pharmacy, or MS in Life Sciences with at least 10 years of relevant Medical Affairs experience; or BS in Nursing or Life Sciences with at least 15 years of relevant Medical Affairs experience
  • Deep knowledge of healthcare systems and payer processes and environments
  • Relevant pharmaceutical-industry experience in Medical Affairs or Outcomes Research
  • Demonstrated leadership through initiatives, mentoring, process improvement, and innovation
  • Excellent scientific writing and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to build networks, set priorities, and collaborate across functions
  • Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
  • Effective multitasking and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced degree preferred
  • Experience with global health systems and expertise in payer organizations
  • Experience leading multiple global or regional Medical or Scientific Affairs Plans
  • Experience with promotional review or medical and legal review processes
  • Ability to create or present scientific content for scientific exchange with external customers
  • Ability to negotiate with cross-functional teams
  • Experience working across geographies with varying regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Broad knowledge spanning multiple related therapeutic areas
  • Strong analytical capability with the ability to turn strategy into action plans
  • Established mentoring experience
  • Ability to work effectively in a complex, global, team-based organization
  • Visa sponsorship is not available
  • Must reside in the United States or Puerto Rico

Benefits

  • Annual bonus
  • Long-term incentive, where applicable
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Additional insurance benefits for employees and families
  • Retirement benefits, including a 401(k) plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation leave
  • Compassionate leave
  • Sick leave
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • 10% travel

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