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Senior Scientific Director – Medical Communications
Location
United States
Posted
21 days ago
Salary
$135K - $175K / year
Postgraduate Degree5 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Oversee and ensure the development of high-quality, evidence-based, and client-centric scientific content
• Review content for flow, accuracy, consistency, and strategic alignment
• Lead and direct project development, including strategic planning and tactical execution
• Maintain current knowledge of therapeutic areas, competitor products, and industry trends; share insights with teams
• Lead, mentor, and coach Scientific Directors, Associate Scientific Directors, and Medical Writers; “train the trainer” for skill development
• Champion team adherence to department and company processes and SOPs
• Provide onboarding and ongoing training for new hires and team members
• Track team utilization, distribute work, and coordinate resource sharing
• Foster engagement, morale, and a collaborative, inspired team mentality
• Recognize outstanding work and facilitate team-building activities
• Partner with cross-functional leadership to ensure consistency, efficiency, and profitability
• Lead cross-team resource planning and long-term team planning (resourcing, PTO coverage, project timing)
• Review budgets and timelines; provide actionable feedback to program/accounts
• Ensure projects remain on track and within budget; proactively address utilization concerns
• Assist in developing and refining department-wide content development processes
• Model professionalism and client-facing etiquette for the team
• Lead content discussions with clients and faculty; anticipate client needs and provide strategic support
• Ensure all feedback from clients, KOLs, MLR, and authors is implemented thoroughly and accurately
• Support account and program teams in drafting project briefs and promoting account growth
• Identify goals for self and direct reports; monitor and adjust as needed
• Use professional development guides to track progress and facilitate career growth
• Participate in department/companywide initiatives and champion positive change management
Job Requirements
- Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent)
- 5+ years of experience in a medical communications or other healthcare agency
- Demonstrated expertise in scientific content development, team leadership, and client management
- Impeccable written and verbal communication skills; mastery of AMA style and client guidelines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, EndNote, and other systems as needed
- Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement savings benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Parental leave
- Paid time off for sick leave and vacation
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