Principal Scientific Communications Specialist

Principal Scientific Communications Specialist Remote | Full-Time | Exempt Join Our Team At Med Communications, we're a trusted global provider of medical affairs and scientific communications services to the life sciences industry. Our Scientific Communications team partners with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to provide high-quality scientific and medical support across a wide range of therapeutic areas.

We're seeking an experienced Principal Scientific Communications Specialist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a senior scientific communications professional with extensive experience in manuscript development, publication planning & strategy, scientific writing, and medical affairs support who excels at leading complex initiatives and partnering with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.

What You'll Do

As a Principal Scientific Communications Specialist, you'll provide scientific and medical expertise while supporting multiple clients, therapeutic areas, and workstreams. You'll contribute to the development of high-quality deliverables, provide strategic guidance, and help ensure projects are completed efficiently and compliantly.

Responsibilities include

Lead the creation, review, and submission of scientific publications and manuscripts Develop and review a wide range of scientific and medical communications materials Provide scientific support for marketed and investigational products Interpret and communicate complex scientific and clinical data to healthcare professional audiences Evaluate scientific literature and integrate evidence-based findings into client deliverables Create and review medical affairs and scientific communication materials Participate in scientific training and educational initiatives for assigned brands Support scientific exchange activities Ensure all deliverables meet regulatory, compliance, quality, and client requirements Serve as a lead resource across multiple clients, brands, workstreams, or therapeutic areas Coordinate priorities and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment Mentor and train team members while providing scientific guidance and support Contribute to process improvement initiatives, special projects, and strategic business activities What We're Looking For Required Qualifications PharmD, PhD, MD Minimum of 5 years of experience in manuscript development, publication planning, medical communications, medical affairs, scientific communications, medical information, or a related healthcare field Required experience with publication and manuscript creation, review, and submission Experience developing one or more of the following: Scientific manuscripts and publications Scientific slide decks Medical information materials Standard response documents Medical affairs materials Dossiers Strong scientific writing, editing, and critical appraisal skills Ability to interpret clinical data and scientific literature Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational, leadership, and project management abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fully remote environment Preferred Qualifications Experience serving as a lead for clients, brands, therapeutic areas, or workstreams Experience developing: Publication/manuscript review, submissions for high impact factor journals Publication plans Scientific narratives Advisory board materials Symposium materials Training and educational materials Experience working with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device clients Client-facing experience Certified Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) certification preferred, but not required Why You'll Love Working Here At Med Communications, you'll have the opportunity to: Work remotely alongside talented scientific professionals Collaborate with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies Lead meaningful scientific communications and publication initiatives Serve as a trusted scientific partner to clients and internal teams Grow your career in a collaborative, supportive environment Contribute to projects that ultimately support healthcare providers and patients Benefits Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance Professional Development Opportunities Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about scientific communications, publication development, and medical affairs support and are looking for an opportunity to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. We also offer flexible work arrangements, and we are open to considering contract-based arrangements for highly qualified candidates with relevant scientific communications and publication experience.

If a flexible work arrangement better fits your availability, we encourage you to apply to the Scientific Communications Contractor job. Apply today to join the Med Communications team! Equal Opportunity Employer Med Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.