Director, Medical Info & Scientific Comms - Biopharma

Michael Page; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work preference (NYC Metro / NJ

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a senior Medical Affairs leader to build and guide a comprehensive Medical Information and Scientific Communications capability in support of a major U.S. antibiotic launch planned for early 2027.

The role combines strategic leadership, content development, medical inquiry management, compliance oversight, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have PharmD/PhD/MD-level credentials with 5+ years in Medical Affairs, 3+ years

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Medical Affairs experience within pharmaceutical or biotechnology organizations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Medical Information, Scientific Communications, or related functions.
• Strong scientific writing and data interpretation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of Medical Information operations, systems, and workflows.
• Develop and maintain scientific response materials, FAQs, and standard response documents.
• Translate clinical trial results and scientific publications into compliant, evidence-based communication tools.
• Support formulary reviews and value dossiers for healthcare institutions and decision-making bodies.
• Manage complex medical inquiries and provide advanced scientific support to healthcare professionals.
• Analyze inquiry trends and generate insights for leadership through reports and dashboards.
• Oversee external medical communications partners and consulting vendors.
• Drive knowledge-transfer initiatives and internal capability-building programs.
• Partner with field medical, commercial, regulatory, legal, and clinical teams.
• Participate in Medical-Legal-Regulatory review processes to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance.
• Support medical communications activities at scientific congresses and professional meetings.
• Contribute to training programs for internal stakeholders and field-based teams.

Skills

Medical Affairs

Medical Information

Scientific Communications

FDA regulations

Education

PharmD/PhD/MD

Tools

Veeva systems

Job description

This senior Medical Affairs position will lead the development of a comprehensive Medical Information and Scientific Communications capability in support of a forthcoming product launch. The role combines strategic leadership, scientific content development, medical inquiry management, compliance oversight, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Our client is a growth-focused biopharmaceutical organization preparing for a significant U.S. antibiotic launch in early 2027 and several additional therapies with FDA fast track designation. The company is building a modern Medical Affairs infrastructure to support long-term commercial success.

Description

• Lead the design and implementation of Medical Information operations, systems, and workflows.
• Develop and maintain scientific response materials, FAQs, and standard response documents.
• Translate clinical trial results and scientific publications into compliant, evidence-based communication tools.
• Support formulary reviews and value dossiers for healthcare institutions and decision-making bodies.
• Manage complex medical inquiries and provide advanced scientific support to healthcare professionals.
• Analyze inquiry trends and generate insights for leadership through reports and dashboards.
• Oversee external medical communications partners and consulting vendors.
• Drive knowledge-transfer initiatives and internal capability-building programs.
• Partner with field medical, commercial, regulatory, legal, and clinical teams.
• Participate in Medical-Legal-Regulatory review processes to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance.
• Support medical communications activities at scientific congresses and professional meetings.
• Contribute to training programs for internal stakeholders and field-based teams.

Profile

• PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent advanced scientific or clinical degree required.
• Additional training in Infectious Diseases, Clinical Microbiology, or Pharmacotherapy preferred.
• 5+ years of Medical Affairs experience within pharmaceutical or biotechnology organizations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Medical Information, Scientific Communications, or related functions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting product launches within specialty, hospital, or anti-infective markets.
• Strong scientific writing and data interpretation capabilities.
• Experience developing medical response documents, dossiers, and evidence communication materials.
• Deep understanding of FDA regulations, scientific exchange requirements, and compliant medical communications.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and acute-care treatment environments preferred.
• Experience working with Medical Information databases and platforms such as Veeva systems.

Job Offer

• Remote role with preference for NYC Metro / NJ
• Opportunity to build and lead a critical Medical Information function.
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and key decision-makers.
• High-impact role supporting an important upcoming product launch.
• Broad strategic exposure across Medical Affairs, Commercial, Regulatory, and Clinical functions.
• Salary range of $200,000 to $250,000 + bonus.

This senior Medical Affairs position will lead the development of a comprehensive Medical Information and Scientific Communications capability in support of a forthcoming product launch. The role combines strategic leadership, scientific content development, medical inquiry management, compliance oversight, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Our client is a growth-focused biopharmaceutical organization preparing for a significant U.S. antibiotic launch in early 2027 and several additional therapies with FDA fast track designation. The company is building a modern Medical Affairs infrastructure to support long-term commercial success.

Client Details

Our client is a growth-focused biopharmaceutical organization preparing for a significant U.S. antibiotic launch in early 2027 and several additional therapies with FDA fast track designation. The company is building a modern Medical Affairs infrastructure to support long-term commercial success.

Description

• Lead the design and implementation of Medical Information operations, systems, and workflows.
• Develop and maintain scientific response materials, FAQs, and standard response documents.
• Translate clinical trial results and scientific publications into compliant, evidence-based communication tools.
• Support formulary reviews and value dossiers for healthcare institutions and decision-making bodies.
• Manage complex medical inquiries and provide advanced scientific support to healthcare professionals.
• Analyze inquiry trends and generate insights for leadership through reports and dashboards.
• Oversee external medical communications partners and consulting vendors.
• Drive knowledge-transfer initiatives and internal capability-building programs.
• Partner with field medical, commercial, regulatory, legal, and clinical teams.
• Participate in Medical-Legal-Regulatory review processes to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance.
• Support medical communications activities at scientific congresses and professional meetings.
• Contribute to training programs for internal stakeholders and field-based teams.

Profile

• PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent advanced scientific or clinical degree required.
• Additional training in Infectious Diseases, Clinical Microbiology, or Pharmacotherapy preferred.
• 5+ years of Medical Affairs experience within pharmaceutical or biotechnology organizations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Medical Information, Scientific Communications, or related functions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting product launches within specialty, hospital, or anti-infective markets.
• Strong scientific writing and data interpretation capabilities.
• Experience developing medical response documents, dossiers, and evidence communication materials.
• Deep understanding of FDA regulations, scientific exchange requirements, and compliant medical communications.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and acute-care treatment environments preferred.
• Experience working with Medical Information databases and platforms such as Veeva systems.

Job Offer

• Remote role with preference for NYC Metro / NJ
• Opportunity to build and lead a critical Medical Information function.
• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and key decision-makers.
• High-impact role supporting an important upcoming product launch.
• Broad strategic exposure across Medical Affairs, Commercial, Regulatory, and Clinical functions.
• Salary range of $200,000 to $250,000 + bonus.

Desired Skills and Experience

Advanced clinical or scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, or MD/DO) from an accredited institution is required. A post-doctoral residency or fellowship in Infectious Diseases, Clinical Microbiology, or Pharmacotherapy is strongly preferred.

5-8 years of progressive experience within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology Medical Affairs organization, with at least 3 years focused squarely within Medical Information or Scientific Communications

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.