Chief Medical Strategist for Pharma Advertising

Publicis Groupe; New York (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental and family care leave

Job summary

Publicis Health (Saatchi & Saatchi Health) in New York seeks a Vice President, Medical Director to lead medical strategy, scientific accuracy, and client partnerships. You will guide senior teams, translate complex data into compelling medical communications, and ensure regulatory and client-aligned work across therapeutic areas.

You will mentor colleagues, contribute to new business, and partner with account, strategy, creative, and regulatory teams to deliver medically sound campaigns.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in healthcare, medicine, or related scientific field.
• At least 5 years of agency, pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical advertising accounts with AOR experience preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and ability to translate science into clear content.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical, scientific, and strategic leadership for clients and internal teams.
• Serve as senior medical partner across assigned accounts guiding medical communications.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, hematology, and complex disease states.
• Oversee development of medical advertising materials ensuring medical accuracy and regulatory alignment.
• Mentor team members and elevate medical thinking across the agency.
• Present medical rationale and strategic recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in new business pitches and contribute medical expertise.

Skills

Medical leadership

Strategic counsel

Editorial skills

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory understanding

Medical writing

Client service

Education

MD/DO/PhD/PharmD or equivalent

Job description

Publicis Health (Saatchi & Saatchi Health) in New York seeks a Vice President, Medical Director to lead medical strategy, scientific accuracy, and client partnerships. You will guide senior teams, translate complex data into compelling medical communications, and ensure regulatory and client-aligned work across therapeutic areas.

You will mentor colleagues, contribute to new business, and partner with account, strategy, creative, and regulatory teams to deliver medically sound campaigns.