Scientific Director – Medical Affairs & Publications

Come join an organization where growth is limitless even when joining at the director level. This is a standout opportunity to step into a high-impact role one a well-established account within a dynamic and innovative therapeutic area. We're actively seeking candidates based on the East Coast. Searching for candidates who are motivated to make the move to a new, amazing opportunity.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Scientific Director to lead scientific content development across both Medical Affairs and Publications initiatives. In this hybrid role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping scientific strategy, ensuring accuracy and alignment across deliverables, and serving as a key scientific partner to clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Publications (approx. 40%)

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive publication plans
• Provide strategic guidance and scientific direction on manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and congress presentations
• Collaborate with key opinion leaders (KOLs), authors, and clients to ensure high-quality, timely deliverables
• Ensure adherence to GPP and ICMJE guidelines and client SOPs
• Oversee internal and external medical writing resources and quality control

Medical Affairs (approx. 60%)

• Develop and deliver high-impact scientific content for advisory boards, symposia, and internal training initiatives
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate complex science into compelling narratives for multiple stakeholders
• Support strategic planning and insight generation through literature reviews, gap analyses, and competitive intelligence
• Contribute to the development of medical platforms, scientific lexicons, and core messaging documents

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in life sciences required
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in a medical communications or agency setting
• Proven track record in both publications and medical affairs deliverables
• Deep understanding of therapeutic landscapes and scientific trends
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior team members

Why Join Us?

• Collaborate with a passionate and seasoned team of medical communicators
• Opportunity to shape strategy and drive scientific excellence across high-visibility projects