Strategic Director, Medical and Scientific Affairs
$120,000–$210,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Design, lead, and execute evidence-based Medical Affairs engagement strategies aligned with scientific and organizational objectives. Synthesize complex clinical data and market insights into clear, compelling strategic narratives and actionable recommendations. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, facilitating strategic workshops and influencing key decisions. Plan and implement compliant, non-promotional HCP engagement strategies across digital, peer-to-peer, medical congresses, and field medical channels. Operationalize the EVP's vision by mentoring internal teams and fostering a culture of excellence in scientific communications. Ensure all strategies and deliverables adhere strictly to Medical Affairs compliance, MLR/PRC processes, and industry governance requirements. This role supports pharmaceutical and biotech clients across diverse therapeutic areas within a matrixed agency or consulting environment.
Required Qualifications
- 8–12 years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs, scientific communications, MSL/Field Medical, or strategic healthcare consulting roles
- Proven experience operating successfully within an agency, consulting firm, or highly matrixed environment supporting pharmaceutical or biotech clients
- A deep working command of clinical data, therapeutic landscapes, and scientific communication, with the credibility to engage peer-to-peer with senior medical leaders
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, consultative client engagements and manage multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong foundational understanding of Medical Affairs compliance and regulatory guidelines
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced scientific or clinical degree preferred (PharmD, PhD, MD, MPH, MS) or equivalent depth of professional experience
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.