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Medical Director (Publications)
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Real Chemistry .
At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human‑centred creativity, and AI‑driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact‑obsessed.
We provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Our culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.
Real Chemistry is seeking a talented and dynamic
Medical Director, Publications
to join our growing Medical Affairs team. This role is an excellent opportunity to lead the development of cutting‑edge, high‑impact medical publications that elevate HCP education and transform patient outcomes.
This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—including New York City, Boston, Chicago, Carmel, or San Francisco—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.
What You’ll Do
Develop and execute comprehensive publication plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
Lead the writing and editing of high‑quality manuscripts for submission to peer‑reviewed journals, craft compelling abstracts and presentations for major medical congresses, highlighting key data and strategic messaging. Knowledge of systematic reviews, digital/online publications, plain language summaries, infographics, or podcasts is an asset.
Analyze complex clinical and scientific data to generate clear, engaging, and scientifically accurate narratives for publication and presentation.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on publication projects, building trust and maintaining open communication while providing strategic and tactical guidance.
Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards of scientific accuracy, consistency, and compliance with style guidelines and ethical standards (ICMJE, GPP, PhRMA, etc.).
Measure and report on publication impact using relevant metrics.
Provide leadership and mentorship to medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence and supporting professional growth within the team.
Contribute to business growth by supporting the development of new business proposals and participating in client pitches.
Actively support and contribute to initiatives within Medical Affairs, enhancing cross‑functional collaboration and strategic impact.
This Position is a Perfect Fit for You If
Our company values—Best Together, Impact‑Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always, and Accountability with an “I”—really speak to you.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in scientific communications.
You thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and can adapt to shifting priorities with resilience and resourcefulness.
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for diving deep into data and distilling actionable insights.
Experience working with external authors, key opinion leaders (KOLs), steering committees, and internal stakeholders (e.g., regulatory, medical affairs, commercial teams) is required.
You are a natural leader and team player, with a positive, solutions‑focused approach to challenges.
Your Skills And Experience
6+ years of experience in medical publications within an agency, with a demonstrated track record of delivering high‑quality publications.
Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related discipline (PhD, MD, or PharmD) preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive scientific narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including general physicians and specialists.
Demonstrated experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) tools and platforms to enhance the efficiency, quality, and innovation of scientific publication development, including but not limited to AI‑assisted literature review, data analysis, content generation, and workflow optimization.
Commitment to responsible and ethical use of AI in accordance with industry standards and company policies.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across diverse accounts, maintaining high‑quality standards under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with digital content creation tools.
Pay Range:
$130,000 - $150,000
Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work profile here.
Benefits and Perks We’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. These include free snacks, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vision plans, mental wellness coaching, and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning.
Equal Opportunity Employment Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry.
If you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.
Scam Alert Notice: Real Chemistry and its affiliates’ names are being misused by scammers through messaging services, fake websites, and apps. Do not share personal or financial information or make payments to any unverified sources claiming to be connected to Real Chemistry. We are working to stop these unauthorized activities and protect our community. Read more here.
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Medical Director (Publications)
role at
Real Chemistry .
At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human‑centred creativity, and AI‑driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact‑obsessed.
We provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
Our culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.
Real Chemistry is seeking a talented and dynamic
Medical Director, Publications
to join our growing Medical Affairs team. This role is an excellent opportunity to lead the development of cutting‑edge, high‑impact medical publications that elevate HCP education and transform patient outcomes.
This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—including New York City, Boston, Chicago, Carmel, or San Francisco—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.
What You’ll Do
Develop and execute comprehensive publication plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives.
Lead the writing and editing of high‑quality manuscripts for submission to peer‑reviewed journals, craft compelling abstracts and presentations for major medical congresses, highlighting key data and strategic messaging. Knowledge of systematic reviews, digital/online publications, plain language summaries, infographics, or podcasts is an asset.
Analyze complex clinical and scientific data to generate clear, engaging, and scientifically accurate narratives for publication and presentation.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on publication projects, building trust and maintaining open communication while providing strategic and tactical guidance.
Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards of scientific accuracy, consistency, and compliance with style guidelines and ethical standards (ICMJE, GPP, PhRMA, etc.).
Measure and report on publication impact using relevant metrics.
Provide leadership and mentorship to medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence and supporting professional growth within the team.
Contribute to business growth by supporting the development of new business proposals and participating in client pitches.
Actively support and contribute to initiatives within Medical Affairs, enhancing cross‑functional collaboration and strategic impact.
This Position is a Perfect Fit for You If
Our company values—Best Together, Impact‑Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always, and Accountability with an “I”—really speak to you.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in scientific communications.
You thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and can adapt to shifting priorities with resilience and resourcefulness.
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for diving deep into data and distilling actionable insights.
Experience working with external authors, key opinion leaders (KOLs), steering committees, and internal stakeholders (e.g., regulatory, medical affairs, commercial teams) is required.
You are a natural leader and team player, with a positive, solutions‑focused approach to challenges.
Your Skills And Experience
6+ years of experience in medical publications within an agency, with a demonstrated track record of delivering high‑quality publications.
Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related discipline (PhD, MD, or PharmD) preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive scientific narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including general physicians and specialists.
Demonstrated experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) tools and platforms to enhance the efficiency, quality, and innovation of scientific publication development, including but not limited to AI‑assisted literature review, data analysis, content generation, and workflow optimization.
Commitment to responsible and ethical use of AI in accordance with industry standards and company policies.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across diverse accounts, maintaining high‑quality standards under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with digital content creation tools.
Pay Range:
$130,000 - $150,000
Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work profile here.
Benefits and Perks We’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. These include free snacks, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vision plans, mental wellness coaching, and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning.
Equal Opportunity Employment Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry.
If you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.
Scam Alert Notice: Real Chemistry and its affiliates’ names are being misused by scammers through messaging services, fake websites, and apps. Do not share personal or financial information or make payments to any unverified sources claiming to be connected to Real Chemistry. We are working to stop these unauthorized activities and protect our community. Read more here.
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