Scientific Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector seeks a Senior Scientific Engagement and Program Manager to oversee impactful scientific communication strategies. The role demands strategic thinking, project leadership, and strong communication skills to drive innovation in scientific engagements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cross-functional teams and advance medical communications excellence across multiple therapeutic areas.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years’ experience in medical communications (agency or pharma).
• Proven track record in managing scientific engagements and cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of scientific engagement projects.
• Act as the main point of contact for assigned brands/therapeutic areas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Scientific writing

Education

University degree in a life sciences field

Job description

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Senior Scientific Engagement and Program Manager

Are you a strategic medical communications professional passionate about scientific engagement and program delivery? We’re seeking a Senior Scientific Engagement and Program Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact scientific engagement projects across multiple therapeutic areas. This is an excellent opportunity to drive medical communications excellence in a dynamic and cross-functional global environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for assigned brands/therapeutic areas, leading end-to-end delivery of scientific engagements and medical communication initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage internal and external stakeholders, and drive innovation through digital and virtual solutions.
• Lead and mentor project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, budget oversight, and full compliance with industry and company standards.
• Identify new opportunities for growth and contribute to strategic planning and forecasting activities.

Requirements:

• University degree in a life sciences field (advanced education desirable).
• 2–5 years’ experience in medical communications (agency or pharma).
• Proven track record in managing scientific engagements and cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (additional language a plus).
• Experience in digital engagement strategies and cross-cultural environments.

Strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, project leadership, customer focus, scientific writing, and innovation.

Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will help shape impactful scientific communication strategies across the healthcare industry.