Scientific Director, Medical Communications

About this role

Are you passionate about translating cutting-edge science into meaningful outcomes for patients? Join a collaborative, high-performing medical communications team where your scientific expertise directly informs impactful programs for leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients. In this role, you’ll partner across disciplines to shape strategy, elevate scientific storytelling, and contribute to a culture built on excellence, innovation, and long-standing client success.

This is an opportunity to grow within a dynamic organization known for its award-winning work, strong client partnerships, and commitment to professional development. Position Summary The Scientific Director leads the strategic direction and execution of scientific content across client engagements, ensuring all deliverables are evidence-based, scientifically rigorous, and aligned with broader brand and business objectives.

As the scientific lead, the Scientific Director sets the vision for content strategy and drives integration of scientific, clinical, and market insights to deliver high-impact programs. The Scientific Director partners closely with cross-functional team leads to shape programs, guide decision-making, and elevate the role of scientific leadership within the account. This role includes oversight of multiple projects and teams, mentorship of junior and mid-level staff, and accountability for quality, consistency, and strategic alignment across all deliverables.

Key Responsibilities Content Development Set the strategic direction for scientific content across accounts, ensuring alignment with client objectives , brand strategy, and medical priorities. Provide senior-level oversight and final accountability for the quality, accuracy, and consistency of all deliverables. Maintain oversight of content development processes and training. Guide teams in interpreting complex clinical data and translating insights into differentiated scientific communications.

Identify opportunities to elevate content through strategic storytelling and market insights. Maintain deep therapeutic area expertise . Collaboration & Communication Serve as a senior scientific partner to clients. Provide strategic recommendations and solutions. Lead or oversee scientific discussions with clients and key opinion leaders. Direct cross-functional teams toward strong execution. Build collaborative stakeholder relationships.