Associate Director, Scientific Services

Job Overview The Associate Director (AD) is an emerging scientific leader responsible for managing complex scientific content, leading smaller accounts or workstreams, and providing strategic guidance under the direction of a Director or Senior Director. This role combines scientific expertise, client partnership, content oversight, and people leadership to deliver high-quality medical communications solutions.

Scientific & Strategic Leadership Serve as scientific lead for assigned accounts or workstreams. Provide strategic input for publications, communications plans, and client objectives. Build and maintain strong client relationships and represent scientific services professionally. Content Development & Review Lead development of scientific deliverables, including manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, advisory board materials, eLearning modules, and digital content.

Ensure scientific accuracy, quality, and compliance with AMA, client, journal, and congress guidelines. Support adherence to industry standards, including GPP, ICMJE, and PhRMA guidelines. Assist with MLR submissions and comment resolution. Client Engagement Lead client discussions for assigned projects and present scientific recommendations clearly and confidently.

Support senior leadership in strategic meetings and client initiatives. People Leadership Mentor and manage junior team members. Provide coaching, feedback, and review of scientific content. Delegate and oversee writing assignments effectively. Operational Excellence Support project scoping, resource planning, and risk management.

Participate in recruitment and onboarding activities. Maintain documentation, version control, and compliance with internal processes.

Education

Advanced scientific or healthcare degree preferred (MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD). Relevant bachelor's or master's degree with substantial related experience may be considered. Experience 5+ years of medical communications or medical writing experience, including client-facing responsibilities and leadership of complex projects.

Excellent scientific writing, editing, analytical, and communication skills. Strong understanding of clinical research, drug development, and industry regulations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools. Strong organizational, project management, and time-management abilities. #LI-SD1