Scientific Director - Commercial

Scientific Director (Commercial) - Medical Communications

We are seeking a Scientific Director to join our growing Medical Communications team, with a focus on commercial and promotional medical education
. This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in shaping scientific storytelling, supporting brand positioning, and ensuring scientific excellence across client deliverables.

• Serve as a scientific lead on assigned commercial accounts, ensuring scientific accuracy and strategic alignment across all promotional materials.
• Partner closely with account teams, creative, and strategy to develop impactful, compliant, and compelling scientific narratives.
• Drive strategic content planning for promotional campaigns, speaker programs, launch materials, and multichannel initiatives.
• Provide scientific oversight and mentorship to medical writers, reviewing content for accuracy, clarity, and brand consistency.
• Contribute to brand strategy discussions and identify new opportunities for scientific engagement.
• Collaborate with clients (including brand teams and MLR stakeholders) to guide the scientific direction of projects.
• Stay current on therapeutic area data, competitor landscapes, and industry trends to proactively advise clients.

• Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, or MD strongly preferred).
• 6+ years of experience in Medical Communications agency setting.
• Proven expertise in commercial/promotional medical communications
  , including experience with MLR review and strategic content planning
  .
• Strong client-facing and presentation skills; ability to translate complex science into clear, engaging messages.
• Therapeutic experience in oncology, immunology, or other specialty areas preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and mentor junior scientific staff.

• A collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities to influence brand and scientific strategy.
• Career growth within a dynamic agency expanding its commercial medical communications capabilities.
• Competitive compensation, flexible work options, and a supportive culture that values scientific excellence and creative thinking.