Associate Medical Director (Medical Education)

Wunderman Thompson; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Medical Director to provide strategic insight and medical direction. This role combines scientific expertise with creativity to develop compelling educational materials. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, translating complex science into impactful communications. With a focus on healthcare, this position offers the opportunity to work with diverse teams and contribute to innovative projects that bridge the gap between health challenges and meaningful solutions. Join a culture that values growth, creativity, and connection.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required (PhD, PharmD, MD) with strong scientific writing capabilities.
• 1-2 years of agency or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with excellent presentation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic and scientifically accurate medical materials.
• Write and review medical communications content for clients.
• Conduct literature searches and manage submission processes.

Skills

Scientific Writing

Project Management

Literature Research

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Presentation Skills

Education

PhD

PharmD

MD

Tools

Relevant Software

Job description

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

About VML Health:

VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non-health expertise.

At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course.

Our purpse is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’.

VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live. Get to the heart. Connect for life.

International Meetings and Science (IMsci), a division of VML Health, works with companies to build world-class healthcare and pharmaceutical brands among medical professionals and consumers, with a transmedia storytelling approach that covers medical education strategies.

What we're looking for:

We're seeking an Associate Medical Director to provide strategic insight and medical direction across client projects. This role requires someone who can translate complex science into compelling medical education materials while maintaining scientific accuracy. The ideal candidate will combine scientific expertise with creative thinking to deliver effective solutions for our clients.

What you'll do:

• Develop strategic and scientifically accurate materials
• Write and review medical communications content
• Conduct literature searches and data analysis
• Manage submission processes for medical/legal/regulatory review
• Partner with account teams on project execution
• Build relationships with KOLs
• Support client meetings and presentations
• Guide scientific associates and junior team members
• Ensure quality control of deliverables
• Maintain reference databases and secure permissions
• Contribute to strategic planning
• Collaborate across departments
• Support new business initiatives

Who you are:

• Scientific expert with strategic mindset
• Emerging leader and mentor
• Detail-oriented professional
• Creative thinker
• Team player
• Client service oriented
• Process driven

What you'll need:

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD)
• 1-2 years agency or pharmaceutical industry experience
• Strong scientific writing capabilities
• Excellent presentation skills
• Project management abilities
• Literature research expertise
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn new therapeutic areas
• Technical proficiency in relevant software
• Understanding of medical education landscape

What we offer:

• Passionate, driven people|We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
• Consciously cultivated culture|We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusivecommunity that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits| What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
• Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.

_ $75,000 — $180,000 USD

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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