Associate Scientific Director

Haymarket Media Group

Associate Scientific Director overseeing high-quality medical content development tailored to client objectives. Collaborates with teams to ensure project delivery with scientific rigor and accuracy.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $115,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop original and derivative content to the highest scientific and editorial standard for a range of high-impact digital clinical content and live program materials in accordance with established budgets, timelines, and strategic objectives.
Assess and ensure clinical accuracy of all content through careful review of source materials, including medical and scientific journals
Interact with internal teams, clients, and HCPs on programs to meet strategic objectives through the use of medical marketing rationale, and identification / selection of appropriate HCPs
Develop your strategic skill set in an effort to uncover the most compelling way in which to differentiate a brand or franchise from a medically viable, but compelling perspective
Prepare content for and participate in client medical/legal/regulatory reviews as needed
Develop presentation skills; clearly communicate medical concepts in a condensed, audience-appropriate way to the client and agency
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of client-specific requirements for MLR (eg, Veeva) submissions
Develop content for, travel to, and participate in off-site programs (eg, advisory boards) outside of normal working hours on an as-needed basis
Develop effective, collaborative working relationships with fellow employees, clients, faculty, and vendors
Prepare high-level promotional marketing materials (eg, banner and text ads, emails)
Partner with key pharmaceutical clients to discuss scientific aspects of the project and act as a point of contact for both clients and key thought leaders
Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of therapy areas relevant to own accounts, including product data and educational messaging, terminology, and competitor awareness
Travel within the US and internationally as necessary to client meetings, events (e.g. advisory boards), pitches, etc (~25% travel)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in a scientific / medical discipline (PharmD, PhD) required
At least 3 years of experience working in a medical communications agency setting as a Medical Writer
Demonstrated aptitude for learning, interpreting, and communicating medical data in visual and written outputs, adapted for a range of healthcare audiences
Ability to work across multiple projects and accounts simultaneously
Meticulous attention to detail and understanding of medical terminology
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt approach according to the needs of clients and teams, and the ability to respond quickly to situations and manage internal /external issues
Team player able to work independently and collaboratively with the scientific team and other departments
Advanced computer literacy necessary, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications such as PowerPoint and Word, Google Suite such as Slides, Docs in addition to online medical resource searching (eg Ovid, Medline, PubMed, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive compensation package
Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
Competitive 401(k) investment options and generous company matching program
Life insurance
Commuter benefits
Employee referral awards
Tuition reimbursement
Training opportunities through industry-recognized programs
A creative and passionate workplace and a fun, collaborative team environment
Three Week “Work from Anywhere” benefit, to ensure work life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

medical writingcontent developmentclinical accuracy assessmentmedical data interpretationpromotional marketing materials preparationpresentation skillsmedical terminologyproject managementstrategic communication

Soft Skills

attention to detailexcellent written communicationexcellent verbal communicationadaptabilityteam collaborationindependenceinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingtime management

Certifications

PharmDPhD