BioTalent
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.
Key Responsibilities:
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. Qualifications:
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. What We Offer:
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.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
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. Qualifications:
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. What We Offer:
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.