Scientific Director

Real; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical communications is looking for a Scientific Director to lead strategic content development. This remote position is ideal for candidates in the Northeastern United States with a strong background in medical communications. The role involves mentoring writers, ensuring content quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. If you're passionate about translating complex science into clear communications, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a medical communications agency environment.
• Advanced degree in a scientific or clinical discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific strategy and content development for medical communications.
• Guide and mentor medical writers to ensure content accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Writing

Education

PhD

PharmD

MD

Job description

Location: Remote (Must reside in the Northeastern United States)

Industry: Medical Communications

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Scientific Director to join a growing medical communications team. This is a remote role for candidates based in the Northeastern United States. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in medical communications and publications, with a proven ability to lead scientific strategy, mentor junior writers, and contribute to the development of high-quality deliverables across a range of therapeutic areas.

You’ll play a key role in shaping content and strategy across accounts, working closely with cross-functional teams including client services, creative, and editorial. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about translating complex science into compelling, accurate communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead scientific strategy and content development for a range of medical communications and publications accounts
• Serve as the scientific expert in client meetings and presentations
• Guide and mentor medical writers and editorial staff to ensure content accuracy, consistency, and alignment with strategic objectives
• Review and approve scientific content, ensuring clarity, scientific integrity, and compliance with industry standards
• Collaborate with client services and project management teams to develop strategic plans and timelines
• Contribute to business development efforts by providing scientific insight on pitches, proposals, and capabilities presentations
• Stay current with relevant literature, therapeutic area trends, and industry guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, PhRMA)

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a medical communications agency environment
• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD preferred) in a scientific or clinical discipline
• Demonstrated experience in both medical communications and peer-reviewed publications
• Proven ability to lead teams and contribute to strategic account growth
• Exceptional writing, reviewing, and communication skills
• Comfortable working across multiple therapeutic areas and deliverables
• Must be based in the Northeastern United States

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