Scientific Manager

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare company seeks a Senior Scientific Engagement and Program Manager to drive high-impact scientific engagement projects. This role entails strategic planning, oversight of medical communications, and mentoring teams to enhance project outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life sciences and experience in the pharmaceutical industry, coupled with excellent communication skills and a focus on innovation.

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; additional language a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of scientific engagements and medical communication initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify new growth opportunities and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Customer focus

Scientific writing

Innovation

Education

University degree in a life sciences field

Advanced education desirable

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.