Scientific Director

Omnicom Health Medical Communications; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnicom Health Medical Communications is seeking a Scientific Director to lead scientific strategy and manage multi‑writer projects across therapy areas in London. You will guide teams, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and coordinate with client services on strategic planning and proposals.

The role requires a science degree or equivalent experience, strong English communication, and prior line management.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant science subject or 6+ years writing in a medical communications agency or similar environment.
• Independent writing across various medical communications media.
• Previous line-management experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
• Excellent command of written and verbal English.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-writer projects, resourcing and reviewing scientific communications.
• Demonstrate high scientific and commercial knowledge to guide other team members.
• Oversee content across complex projects and therapy areas.
• Ensure scientific quality and compliance with internal processes and best practices.
• Produce client-ready deliverables on schedule.
• Provide feedback on scientific components of budget development.
• Communicate important medical/regulatory milestones and link them to potential business opportunities.
• Submit time and expenses by deadlines using appropriate job codes.
• Serve as scientific lead on assigned accounts, delivering strategic direction.
• Partner with client services teams in strategic planning and account management.

Skills

Medical writing

Line management

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Independent writing

Education

Science degree

Job description

Scientific Director – Omnicom Health Medical Communications

Agency: Omnicom Health Medical Communications

Job Function: Medical Scientific Services

Job Subfunction: Scientific

Reporting to: Senior Scientific Director / Group Scientific Director

About Us

Omnicom Health Medical Communications is a global leader in publications, medical affairs, regulatory consultation, and AOR medical communications, shaping the journey from molecule to market for pharmaceutical and biotech clients. We support over 150 transformational medicines across pharma, biotech, and healthcare, from early‑stage discovery through commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Lead multi‑writer projects, resourcing and reviewing scientific communications
• Demonstrate high scientific and commercial knowledge to guide other team members
• Oversee content across complex projects and therapy areas
• Ensure scientific quality and compliance with internal processes and best practices
• Produce client‑ready deliverables on schedule
• Provide feedback on scientific components of budget development
• Communicate important medical/regulatory milestones and link them to potential business opportunities
• Submit time and expenses by deadlines using appropriate job codes

Strategic Mindset

• Serve as scientific lead on assigned accounts, delivering strategic direction
• Partner with client services teams in strategic planning and account management
• Explain therapeutic and scientific concepts to colleagues, clients and external experts, adapting language as needed
• Maintain an overview of the ‘big picture’ while managing details

Business Development

• Participate in business development initiatives and collaborate with the BD team on proposals and pitches
• Cross‑sell services to clients, understanding their business strategy
• Identify opportunities for account growth and cross‑selling

Collaboration and Building Relationships

• Establish and lead scientific relationships with clients, medical experts and third parties
• Facilitate collaboration between Omnicom Health Med Comms, client teams and medical experts

Building Effective Teams

• Share industry knowledge across teams and therapy areas
• Guide decision‑making, writing style, content inclusion, and data interpretation
• Oversee junior scientific staff, delegate responsibilities, and provide growth opportunities
• Deliver constructive feedback and support peer learning
• Provide line management and collaborate with HR on performance issues
• Support team members' strategic development and professional growth
• Take responsibility for the account team’s therapy area expertise
• Deliver group presentations and coaching sessions
• Seek continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Perform tasks beyond the basic job description when business needs arise

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree in a relevant science subject or 6+ years writing in a medical communications agency or similar environment
• Independent writing across various medical communications media
• Previous line‑management experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent command of written and verbal English

Desirable

• Experience in a medical communications agency or industry
• Interest in developing scientific expertise across therapy areas
• Business development experience, including live pitches
• Availability to travel as required

Legal and Company Policy

• Omnicom requires employees to work in the office at least three days a week, with a goal of increasing to five days over time.
• We are committed to hiring and developing inclusive teams, celebrating diversity and difference.

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