Scientific Director: Shape Global Medical Strategy

Synaptiq Health; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical communications agency in London seeks a Scientific Director to oversee the Medical Team's quality and client interactions. This role requires leadership of medical writers and strategic management of client accounts. The ideal candidate holds an MSc and has extensive medical communications experience, particularly in biopharma. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, providing scientific expertise, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The position entails in-office work for a minimum of 2 days per week and offers comprehensive benefits including 25 days of leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Pension with up to 7% matching contributions

Support and well-being services

Qualifications

• An MSc in a relevant subject is essential.
• Extensive experience in a medical/scientific role within a medical communications agency.
• Experience developing global communications programmes at a strategic level is essential.
• Expertise in medical writing within both medical and marketing contexts.
• Ability to motivate and inspire team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of medical writers to deliver content.
• Provide scientific expertise across assignments.
• Manage client relationships from a medical perspective.
• Work on new business proposals and pitches.
• Ensure compliance with guidelines affecting communications.

Skills

Medical writing expertise

Leadership and team management

Client relationship management

Strategic communication

Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry

Motivation and inspiration skills

Education

MSc in a relevant subject

Tools

Medical communications software

Job description

A global medical communications agency in London seeks a Scientific Director to oversee the Medical Team's quality and client interactions. This role requires leadership of medical writers and strategic management of client accounts. The ideal candidate holds an MSc and has extensive medical communications experience, particularly in biopharma. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, providing scientific expertise, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The position entails in-office work for a minimum of 2 days per week and offers comprehensive benefits including 25 days of leave and private medical insurance.