Assoc Director, Scientific Strategy | AI-Driven Medical Comms

Klick; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Klick Group in Toronto is seeking an Associate Director, Scientific Strategy to blend scientific storytelling with strategic leadership across medical communication initiatives. You will contribute to content development and planning for multiple therapeutic areas, working with senior leaders to shape engagement strategies and client partnerships.

Bring 5+ years in medical communications, a strong scientific background (PhD/MD preferred), and a passion for AI-enabled workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in medical communications or related scientific roles.
• Proven ability to develop high-quality medical content across therapeutic areas.
• Strong scientific literacy with the ability to learn new therapeutic areas quickly.
• Experience synthesizing literature, data, and clinical insights into clear narratives.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence presenting to internal and client teams.
• Ability to manage multiple deliverables independently while meeting quality and timeline expectations.
• Scientific degree, with PhD or MD preferred.
• Experience supporting strategic planning or advisory board development.
• Interest in evolving into a broader strategic leadership role.
• Comfort working with digital or innovative formats for scientific communication.
• Enthusiasm for integrating AI into scientific and strategic workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop scientifically accurate, compelling content across formats, ensuring clarity, integrity, and alignment with project objectives.
• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize complex data into clear narratives that support scientific platforms and communication strategies.
• Lead project briefs and provide guidance that enables cross‑functional teams to execute high‑quality medical communications deliverables.
• Collaborate with senior strategists to support planning for advisory boards, workshops, and other strategic initiatives.
• Engage directly with clients as a scientific partner, contributing to presentations, discussions, and opportunities for account growth.

Skills

Medical writing

Scientific literacy

Client communication

Strategic planning

Project management

Business development

AI in workflows

Education

PhD or MD preferred

Job description

The Klick Group in Toronto is seeking an Associate Director, Scientific Strategy to blend scientific storytelling with strategic leadership across medical communication initiatives. You will contribute to content development and planning for multiple therapeutic areas, working with senior leaders to shape engagement strategies and client partnerships.

Bring 5+ years in medical communications, a strong scientific background (PhD/MD preferred), and a passion for AI-enabled workflows.