Senior Scientific Director - Medical Communications

Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent). 5+ years of experience in a medical communications or other healthcare agency. Demonstrated expertise in scientific content development, team leadership, and client management. Impeccable written and verbal communication skills; mastery of AMA style and client guidelines. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, EndNote, and other systems as needed. Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines.

Oversee and ensure the development of high-quality, evidence-based, and client-centric scientific content. Review content for flow, accuracy, consistency, and strategic alignment. Lead and direct project development, including strategic planning and tactical execution. Maintain current knowledge of therapeutic areas, competitor products, and industry trends; share insights with teams. Lead, mentor, and coach Scientific Directors, Associate Scientific Directors, and Medical Writers. Champion team adherence to department and company processes and SOPs. Provide onboarding and ongoing training for new hires and team members. Track team utilization, distribute work, and coordinate resource sharing. Foster engagement, morale, and a collaborative, inspired team mentality. Partner with cross-functional leadership to ensure consistency, efficiency, and profitability. Lead cross-team resource planning and long-term team planning. Review budgets and timelines; provide actionable feedback to program/accounts. Ensure projects remain on track and within budget; proactively address utilization concerns. Assist in developing and refining department-wide content development processes. Model professionalism and client-facing etiquette for the team. Lead content discussions with clients and faculty; anticipate client needs and provide strategic support. Ensure all feedback from clients, KOLs, MLR, and authors is implemented thoroughly and accurately. Support account and program teams in drafting project briefs and promoting account growth. Identify goals for self and direct reports; monitor and adjust as needed. Use professional development guides to track progress and facilitate career growth. Participate in department/companywide initiatives and champion positive change management.