Director, Scientific Services — Lead Medical Communications (Hybrid)

Prime; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare communications firm in London is seeking a Director of Scientific Services to lead a high-quality medical communications team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, extensive medical writing skills, and the ability to inspire and manage a team. This senior role offers flexibility, with hybrid working options and several generous benefits including annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Birthday day off

5% pension contribution

Private medical health insurance

Flexibility around working hours

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ healthcare agency experience in senior roles.
• Proven track record in leading an editorial/scientific team within a medical communications agency.
• Extensive medical writing experience in a medical communications or pharma environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the scientific and editorial team to deliver impactful medical communications.
• Manage resources, recruitment, and team development.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Medical writing

Mentoring

Education

Life sciences degree

Higher degree (Masters, PhD, or MD)

Job description

A leading healthcare communications firm in London is seeking a Director of Scientific Services to lead a high-quality medical communications team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, extensive medical writing skills, and the ability to inspire and manage a team. This senior role offers flexibility, with hybrid working options and several generous benefits including annual leave and private medical insurance.