Scientific Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +2 more locations.

📋 Description

• Offer scientific guidance, leadership, and oversight for all initiatives on designated accounts

• Investigate, analyze, and simplify complex scientific information

• Develop scientific publications, educational resources, and innovative brand strategies

• Deliver strategic scientific and publication oversight across various accounts

• Evaluate content for scientific precision and alignment with client preferences

• Mentor and provide constructive feedback to internal team members

• Generate original content including abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and presentation decks

• Recognize emerging scientific trends and keep teams updated

• Direct strategic account development and offer scientific advice to clients and internal teams

• Assist in identifying and converting new business opportunities

• Lead scientific strategies and publication planning, including supervision of complex materials

• Act as a subject matter expert on scientific and clinical aspects of client projects

• Assess deliverables for quality and alignment with client expectations

• Ensure prompt delivery of high-quality products and services

• Keep leadership apprised of critical client and project developments and concerns

• Assist in client strategic, tactical, and project planning

• Facilitate and lead client status meetings, project kick-offs, and debrief sessions

• Review project reports and inform teams of emerging trends and changes in clinical data

• Liaise with authors and clients regarding project status and modifications

• Engage in client presentations

• Assist with author and client inquiries

• Contribute to proposals, pitches, and new business development efforts

⛳️ Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences; PhD, MD, or PharmD

• At least 5+ years of experience in a medical communications agency

• Proven experience as a senior strategic lead on publication-intensive accounts

• Management experience and comfort in reviewing content produced by junior writers

• Demonstrated knowledge of product life cycles, competitive landscapes, and the role of publications in clients’ medical and commercial strategies

• Experience in transforming complex data into effective presentation formats

• Strong grasp of clinical research and analyses

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Capacity to identify key issues and creatively and strategically address challenges

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability

• Ability to think analytically and effectively plan, prioritize, and execute tasks

• Expert verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient presentation skills across various formats and audiences

• Ability to adhere to deadlines and specifications

• Knowledge and application of good publication practices and relevant compliance requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, particularly Microsoft PowerPoint, with the ability to create well-designed and impactful decks

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Generous paid time off and holiday policies

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

• Flexible work arrangements