Senior Scientific Associate (Medical Education)

VML HEALTH; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Scientific Associate to ensure scientific integrity across projects. This role involves interpreting complex medical information, creating content, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree in biomedical sciences and have experience in medical communications. With a focus on fostering creativity and collaboration, the company offers a hybrid work environment and a culture that values growth and inclusivity. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the medical communications field.

Benefits

Health coverage options (medical, dental, vision)

401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5%)

Paid time off offerings

Growth-oriented training opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in medical communications agency.
• Strong writing experience in biosciences/medical fields.

Responsibilities

• Read and distill complex scientific information for projects.
• Assist in creating scientific content and conduct literature searches.
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders and clients.

Skills

Scientific writing

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD, Pharm D)

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

PubMed

Job description

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.

The Senior Scientific Associate will collaborate with scientific, account, and editorial teams to ensure scientific integrity across client projects and new business endeavors. This role supports all project phases, from brainstorming and research to content creation and revision.

What you'll do:

1. Read, interpret, and distill complex scientific information from medical journals and clinical study reports for scientific and marketing messages.
2. Assist in creating scientific content.
3. Conduct literature searches.
4. Research physician opinion leaders, medical journals, and conferences.
5. Incorporate client and editorial changes into documents.
6. Attend scientific/client meetings with senior team members.
7. Build professional relationships with key opinion leaders.
8. Liaise with clients and fulfill their requests.
9. Partner with account services and editorial teams.
10. Adhere to internal processes on all projects.
11. Expand knowledge of the medical communications industry.
12. Support other teams on important/rush projects.

Who you are:

1. Highly organized and detail-oriented.
2. Curious about the medical education/communication field.
3. A willing learner with excellent interpersonal and listening skills.
4. A team player with a strong work ethic, sound judgment, and effective time management skills.
5. Willing to work overtime, travel, and attend off-hour events within reason.

What you'll need:

1. Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD, Pharm D).
2. 1-2 years of experience at a medical communications agency.
3. Strong professional writing experience in biosciences/medical fields.
4. Beginner to intermediate skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, internet search, and PubMed.

What we offer:

1. Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
2. Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
3. Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
4. Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

Base Salary:

$60,000-$140,000 USD

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.