Medical Director
- London
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work with clients’ Medical Affairs and Scientific Communications teams to develop and execute strategic scientific communications initiatives such as scientific communications platforms, scientific communications plans, KOL engagement plans, etc.
- Work with clients’ scientific teams to develop and execute both publications and medical communication tactics, such as manuscripts, abstracts, posters, review articles, symposia decks, literature searches, gap analyses, strategic publication plans, and MSL field materials.
- Take ownership of client relationship by partnering with the Account Director to build confidence in company’s service offerings; ensure compliance and consistency with client SOPs, messaging, and scientific communications objectives; and assisting with resolution of client concerns.
- Work with in-house technology and creative teams to build innovative digital solutions for Medical Affairs and Scientific Communications clients.
- Oversee and be accountable for quality of scientific communications tactics/deliverables developed by in-house scientific writers. Review deliverables to ensure strategic alignment and scientific accuracy and be accountable for quality of deliverables sent to the client.
- Develop, manage, and track strategy and tactics in partnership with a cross-functional team of internal and client stakeholders.
- Train and mentor junior writers; contribute to skill development of the writing team.
- Participate in client pitches and business development meetings as the scientific lead.
- Ensure organic growth through ensuring quality deliverables and client engagement.
- MD, PhD, PharmD or similar advanced degree required.
- At least 5 years of core writing experience and 3+ years of experience as a Medical Director at a pharmaceutical company or 7+ years of core writing experience and 2+ years as an Associate Medical Director.
- Integrated Scientific Communications experience preferred with demonstrated experience on both medical communications and publications accounts.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing deliverables mentioned in the above for both investigational and mature products.
- Experience across several therapy areas preferred.
- Experience in writing/reviewing deliverables.
- Experience with developing digital content and other deliverables to supplement traditional deliverables and communications.
- Strong attention to detail and editorial skills needed.
- Willingness to train and develop junior writers by doing detailed reviews of documents and training sessions.
- Experience providing congress support and conducting/facilitating advisory board meetings a plus.
- This role is fully remote (based anywhere in the US); travel to client locations, meetings, etc within the US and elsewhere will be required.
- Must work East Coast times.
- Annual leaves, public holidays and a special day off for your birthday and work anniversary
- Statutory leaves including SSP, maternity and paternity leaves
- Comprehensive health coverage including eye tests.
- Holistic wellness support with access to fitness club and sportive activites.
- Financial security through life assurance and income protection
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organize, prioritize and deliver results independently.
- Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page.
- Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration.
- Effectively collaborating with colleagues across different time zones by setting dedicated hours for collaboration and keeping team members updated through your MS Teams status.