GenMed Regional Director Medical Affairs Europe

h3Job Description Role Summary /h3 /brpJob Description Role Summary The Regional Director Medical Affairs (RDMA) position sits in in the Value Implementation (VI) organization, which includes GMSA and Outcomes Research. The RDMA is responsible for driving execution of scientific- and medical-affairs plans for their assigned Therapeutic Area (TA) in the countries of their assigned region. The RDMA may chair the Regional Value and Implementation Team (RVIT) to ensure execution of agreed medical tactics and leverage best practices. They are impactful members of regional cross-functional teams, including regional Commercial, Outcomes Research, Policy, and Market Access. They engage with their network of scientific leaders in their region. This is a regionally based position (i.e., residing in one of the affiliates of the region or regional hub) in the VI Global Medical Scientific Affairs (VI GMSA) organization. /p /brh3Responsibilities and Primary Activities /h3 /brul /brliLead and guide country VI GMSA staff to execute the annual VI scientific and medical plan for Pulmonary Hypertension therapeutic area. /li /brliChair/Co-Chair the Regional Value and Implementation Team (RVIT), to ensure execution of agreed medical tactics and leverage best practices. /li /brliLeads collaborative decision-making and open dialogue within the RVIT team. /li /brliSetting and prioritizing V I regional strategic goals as part of the RVIT. /li /brliConsolidating and communicating regional input to global VI teams (e.g., one-pager summaries, other input). /li /brliManaging data gaps, supporting execution agility, and ensuring consistency across TAs and countries. /li /brliActively participates in meaningful, strategy-focused regional discussions within RVITs, contributing insights and driving alignment on priorities and trade-offs. /li /brliTranslate global VI goals into regional priorities aligned with countries need. /li /brliCollaborates with in country partners, RSLs, and global TA team members to drive strategic discussion, clear prioritization, and execution efficacy - ensuring integration, consistency, and cross-regional best practice sharing across teams and functions. /li /brliEnsures scientific exchange is aligned with the global scientific-communications platform. /li /brliPartners with regional Commercial, Outcomes Research, Policy, and Market Access to drive development and execution of regional plans. /li /brliConsolidates actionable medical insights into strategic implications from countries in their region to help re-shape priorities as needed. /li /brliEngages with a network of contracted scientific leaders (SLs) and other key stakeholders (therapeutic-guideline committees, payers, public groups, government officials, medical societies) from their region to deliver excellence in scientific exchange—focused, meaningful interactions that generate clear, actionable insights to inform strategy and implementation. /li /brliSupports aligned priorities, as regional TA expert, affiliate staff in engagement with their national scientific leaders. /li /brliOrganizes regional expert-input events to answer our company’s questions regarding how to implement new indications (e.g., advisory boards and expert-input forums). /li /brliOrganizes regional symposia and educational meetings. /li /brliSupports countries with the development of local data-generation study concepts and protocols. /li /brliReviews Investigator-Initiated Study proposals prior to headquarters submission (ex-U.S.). /li /brliManages regional programs (patient support, educational or risk management) to support appropriate and safe utilization of our company’s medicines. /li /brliCommits to innovating with new technology resources, including but not limited to AI and Genesis. /li /br /ul /brh3Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience /h3 /brul /brliMinimum MD, PhD or PharmD (MD preferred) and recognized medical expertise in the Pulmonary Hypertension therapy area. /li /brliThree or more years of experience in country/region Medical Affairs. /li /brliStrong prioritization and decision-making skills. /li /brliAble to effectively collaborate with partners across divisions in a matrix environment. /li /brliExcellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication (written and oral) skills, in addition to results-oriented project-management skills. /li /brliExperience leading or participating in cross-functional teams (e.g., RVIT or similar strategic forums) and driving alignment across countries and functions. /li /brliScientific leadership and other key stakeholders (payers, public groups, government officials, medical professional organizations) in the assigned therapeutic area. /li /brliTravel Position requires up to 25% travel. /li /br /ul /brh3Location /h3 /brpThe role may be based in any European location where there is a local office presence. /p /brh3Compensation Information: Required Skills /h3 /brul /brliCross-Cultural Awareness /li /brliEuropean Union Affairs /li /brliHealthcare Education /li /brliHealthcare Marketing /li /brliInvestigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) /li /brliMedical Affairs /li /brliOutcomes Research /li /brliPharmaceutical Medical Affairs /li /brliPulmonary Arterial Hypertension /li /brliScientific Communications /li /brliStakeholder Engagement /li /brliStrategic Thinking /li /br /ul /brh3Preferred Skills /h3 /brul /brliCollaboration /li /brliCross-Functional Teamwork /li /brliMedical Knowledge /li /brliScientific Exchange /li /brliScientific Leadership /li /br /ul /brpMerck Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA /p /brpEmployee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: 25% Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A /p /brpJob Posting End Date: 11/5/2026 /p /brpOur company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr