Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
What you’ll do
The director, scientific communications will generate content and provide leadership overseeing content development and strategic direction of a scientific communications teamYou will also coordinate project plans, resources, and work to ensure timely and cost-effective achievement of project milestonesYou play a critical role in managing client and physician satisfaction and relationships, planning and implementing processes, mentoring the scientific communications team and monitoring the quality of content, and other aspects of project leadershipIn addition, you will be responsible in this role to support business development and improvement in alignment with our goals.
A day in the life
Develop scientific communications solutions
Oversee the development of projects, ensuring strategic planning, implementation and alignment with client objectives
Lead internal scientific communications team
Develop project strategy with internal team and client team
Edit and develop high-quality content for an array of projects as needed
Assess project challenges and work with team to identify and implement solutions to meet productivity, quality, and client goals as well as compliance standards
Oversee development of content and scientific communications deliverables as needed
Provide mentorship to internal writing team on deliverables, ensuring quality and alignment with client scientific/medical strategy
Oversee and communicate client requirements to appropriate team members, and manage all requirements accordingly
Conduct regular status meetings with client project team, internal teams, and external contractors to ensure effective communication, work quality, project flow and process, and timeline development
Support team growth and development
Manage and develop a team of direct reports
Develop strong relationships with internal writing, client services, graphics, and support teams
Provide mentorship and critical actionable feedback to team members
Communicate clearly across departments and to senior management
Proactively manage client portfolio
Build strong partnerships with client teams
Respond promptly to client needs and requests for service and assistance, and provide guidance to vaniam group scientific communications team
Other duties may be assigned to help drive deliverables within this role
What you must have
Minimum: advanced degree in science; phd, md, or pharmd
Minimum of five years of work experience in an agency, the pharmaceutical industry, or a related scientific or medical writing position
Good working knowledge of pharmaceutical and biotech industries and scientific communications
Authentic team player; able to elevate the team before self
Strong understanding of a variety of scientific communications deliverables
Ability to take initiative, communicate clearly and work collaboratively in a dynamic, virtual environment
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills
Active listener
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, plan for additional resources, set goals and objectives, and organize other people and other tasks
Solutions oriented with excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze information skillfully, develop alternative solutions, and work well in group problem-solving solutions
Ability and willingness to meet tight deadlines and help others do the same
Ability to innovate/brainstorm new ideas to solve clients’ challenges
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, plan for additional resources, set goals and objectives, organize other people and other tasks
Demonstrated ability to mentor and support the work and development of team members
Strong attention to detail
Leadership in upholding and fostering integrity and excellence in scientific communications
Commitment to compliant and transparent data dissemination
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex or diverse information
Highly proficient with the following computer programs and systems: ms office (word, excel, powerpoint, outlook), adobe, webex (or other similar systems), cloud-based file servers, calendars, messaging systems and work management tools
Travel within the us and internationally as necessary, based on project, sponsor and organizational needs (<30% travel expected)
What you might have, but isn’t required
At least one year of recent experience as an oncology/hematology medical writer and scientific communications professional
Led or managed a team of at least 3 direct reports
Familiarity with endnote or other reference management software and publication database (ie, datavision)
The team you’ll work closest with
You will work closely with the scientific communications department as well as collaborate with client services, editorial and creative to plan, prioritize, and manage project timelines.
Why you will love us
100% virtual environment – work from home!
Fantastic culture –evergreen 7ps https://www.tugboatinstitute.com/what-is-evergreen/
Health benefits – medical, dental, and vision
Focused on your financial future – 401(k) with company match
Investment in you – ample opportunity to grow your career
Work/life balance – paid vacation time for rest and relaxation, volunteer time off for community involvement
Passion in what we do – serving clients focused on solid tumor and blood cancers
