Associate Scientific Director, Medical Communications

Precision for Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings benefits

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision for Medicine is seeking an Associate Scientific Director to lead medical communications efforts. You will engage with clients and authors, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based deliverables. This role demands an advanced life sciences degree, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

With a focus on strategic planning and innovative content development, you’ll play a critical role in transforming scientific data into clear communication. A competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $140,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience in medical communications agency.
• Expertise in medical/scientific writing and content development.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure deliverables are evidence-based and aligned.
• Guide medical writers and oversee quality control.
• Engage directly with clients and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Scientific communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Advanced life sciences degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD)

Job description

Are you passionate about translating cutting-edge science into meaningful outcomes for patients? Join a collaborative, high-performing medical communications team where your scientific expertise directly informs impactful programs for leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients. In this role, you’ll partner across disciplines to shape strategy, elevate scientific storytelling, and contribute to a culture built on excellence, innovation, and long-standing client success. This is an opportunity to grow within a dynamic organization known for its award‑winning work, strong client partnerships, and commitment to professional development.

About You

• You are energized by interpreting complex scientific data and transforming it into clear, compelling communication
• You thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment and enjoy partnering with clients, authors, and internal teams
• You bring strong leadership instincts and enjoy mentoring writers while elevating team output
• You are highly detail-oriented with a commitment to scientific accuracy and editorial excellence
• You stay curious—actively following emerging research, competitive landscapes, and therapeutic advancements
• You are confident presenting scientific perspectives to clients, key opinion leaders, and internal stakeholders

About the Role

As an Associate Scientific Director, you will play a central role in ensuring all deliverables are evidence-based, strategically aligned, and executed with the highest level of quality. You will partner closely with a Scientific Director and Strategic Account Directors to translate client objectives into impactful scientific content and programs. Acting as both a content expert and team leader, you will guide medical writers, oversee the quality‑control process, and contribute to strategic planning across projects.

In this role, you will engage directly with clients, authors, and key opinion leaders, helping shape scientific narratives across therapeutic areas. You’ll contribute to content development, regulatory review, and advisory board planning, while also identifying opportunities for innovation and business growth. Your work will directly support the delivery of strategic medical communications solutions that enhance clinical understanding and patient outcomes.

Required Experience

• Advanced life sciences degree (MD, PhD, or PharmD)
• 2‑3+ years of experience within a medical communications agency
• Demonstrated expertise in medical/scientific writing and content development
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience collaborating with clients, key opinion leaders, and cross‑functional teams

Helpful Experience

• Prior experience mentoring or managing medical writers
• Exposure to regulatory review processes and advisory board development
• Familiarity with competitive intelligence and therapeutic landscape analysis
• Experience supporting new business development or client growth initiatives

Who We Are

Precision AQ - Medical Communications was founded with the simple belief that the scientific story is the foundation of every pharmaceutical brand. Our teams of inquisitive problem solvers and passionate creators dig deep to translate the science behind today’s cutting‑edge therapies, then communicate the science clearly and credibly. Our proven track record of long‑tenured relationships with major pharmaceutical companies and leading bio‑tech firms, and our inclusive, open‑minded team culture are industry leading. This passionate work environment, paired with growth opportunity, professional development, compensation, and benefits, are why Precision AQ - Medical Communications was recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal for the last three years.

Are you ready to join a team committed to providing the best in science and strategy?

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation, among other benefits.

Reasonable estimate of the current range: $110,000 — $140,000 USD.

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.