Scientific Director - Medical Communications

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Scientific Director to join our successful team. The Scientific Director will be skilled in producing clear, accurate, well-written, and compliant materials. This includes being able to evaluate scientific data objectively in order to report results, and manage, review, or write a full range of high-quality deliverables to enable the production of a range of materials aimed at educating the medical community. The Scientific Director will also be required to provide technical, scientific, and strategic leadership of editorial teams, and provide internal leadership and management for designated line reports.

What you'll do

• Work closely with teams, leading the scientific development of projects
• Lead the development of scientifically complex materials as appropriate, proactively driving projects through to completion
• Combine in-depth scientific understanding of the product/therapy area with strong commercial awareness to inform all deliverables and communication planning recommendations
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, ensuring the highest level of service
• Participate in business development activities, such as pitching and proposals
• Provide leadership to ensure that teams are exceeding performance standards and developing professionally

About you 

• 5-10 years'+ experience in a medical communications agency environment, including medical writing experience and editorial management experience
• Bachelors degree in the life sciences; PharmD or PhD highly preferred
• Proficiency in the use of MS office, PowerPoint and Excel

What we offer 

We offer a creative, supportive environment with a uniquely diverse career structure where you will be able to continuously develop and tailor your career towards your preferred route, be that scientific delivery, operational, or client service