Medical Director (Medical Education)

VML HEALTH; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Medical Director to lead innovative medical education initiatives. This role requires a strong scientific background and excellent communication skills to translate complex medical information into engaging content. You will oversee projects that demand scientific rigor and strategic excellence while managing multiple teams and client accounts. With a focus on collaboration and mentorship, you will foster a positive work environment that values creativity and inclusivity. If you are passionate about bridging gaps in healthcare and making a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Growth Opportunities

Flexible Work Accommodations

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biomedical sciences required.
• 4+ years of experience in medical communications.
• Experience managing teams and client accounts.

Responsibilities

• Champion brands by maximizing scientific data.
• Write and edit medical content ensuring accuracy.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders.

Skills

Medical Communication

Scientific Writing

Team Management

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Education

MD, PhD, or Pharm D

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

PubMed

Job description

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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 within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists ('vertical') with autonomy in management but supported by non-health expertise.

Our purpose is to bridge the gap in healthcare, bringing people closer to life and its meaning through 'radical empathy'. VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live.

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

Who We're Looking For
IMsci seeks a highly motivated and experienced Medical Director with a strong scientific background, marketing savvy, and excellent communication skills. The candidate should be passionate about medical education and communication, capable of managing multiple teams and client accounts, with a deep understanding of scientific principles and the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging messages.

What You'll Do

1. Champion brands by maximizing scientific data to meet strategic imperatives, positioning, and long-term vision.
2. Develop and oversee projects requiring scientific and technical expertise.
3. Ensure client satisfaction, scientific rigor, accuracy, and strategic excellence.
4. Interpret and distill complex medical information from journal articles and clinical reports.
5. Write, edit, and rewrite medical content, ensuring scientific accuracy and marketing relevance.
6. Collaborate with teams to develop impactful materials.
7. Coach, manage, and mentor junior staff.
8. Manage internal processes, providing guidance and recommendations.
9. Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders.
10. Participate in new business opportunities.
11. Liaise with clients, fulfill requests, and participate in meetings.
12. Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
13. Stay updated on therapeutic markets and share insights.
14. Participate in developing innovative programs grounded in science.
15. Ensure high-quality agency output, rejecting substandard materials.
16. Manage and direct freelance writers as needed.

Who You Are

• A strong leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passionate about medical education and communication.
• Scientifically minded with deep understanding of medical and marketing principles.
• A collaborative team player fostering a positive, inclusive environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and excellent time management.
• A proactive problem-solver exercising sound judgment.

What You'll Need

• Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD, or Pharm D).
• 4+ years of experience at a medical communications agency.
• Experience across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Experience managing teams and client accounts.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, internet search, and PubMed.

What We Offer

• A passionate, driven culture of extraordinary work.
• An inclusive community that promotes positivity, active listening, and creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits including health coverage, a 401k match, and paid time off.
• Growth opportunities with training and feedback to support your professional development.

Salary range: $75,000 - $180,000 USD. We support a hybrid work model, with flexible accommodations available. WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For more info, visit our website and follow us on social channels.