Medical Director – Medical & Scientific Communications

IQVIA

Medical Director leading scientific initiatives and client accounts at IQVIA Health Communications Group. Overseeing project leadership, team development, and client collaborations in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeNew Providence • Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $134,300 - $374,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in medical affairs and communications, with a focus on client relationship management, operational excellence, and team development. Possesses a strong scientific background and proven ability to oversee complex projects while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

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PhD, PharmD, MDMedical Affairs ExperienceClient ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipStrategic Planning

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Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Medical CommunicationsPharmaceutical IndustryStakeholder EngagementOperational EffectivenessTalent Acquisition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership and scientific direction across client accounts, therapeutic areas, and organizational initiatives.
Lead, mentor, and develop Medical Directors, Scientific Directors, and medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
Serve as a senior scientific advisor to clients, building trusted partnerships and shaping medical communication strategies that address evolving business and stakeholder needs.
Maintain accountability for the scientific quality, accuracy, and strategic integrity of client deliverables across the portfolio.
Oversee complex and high-impact initiatives, including product launches, advisory boards, speaker development programs, congress activities, publications, medical education, and strategic planning engagements.
Partner with cross-functional leaders across account management, engagement strategy, project management, editorial, and creative teams to ensure seamless execution and successful delivery of client programs.
Drive operational excellence by identifying risks, removing barriers, and ensuring effective allocation of scientific resources across projects and accounts.
Contribute to business growth through strategic planning, proposal development, client relationship expansion, and new business opportunities.
Provide leadership during project challenges, stepping in as needed to guide teams and ensure successful outcomes.
Support talent acquisition, onboarding, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.
Represent ENOVA and IQVIA at key client meetings, advisory boards, congresses, and other external engagements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent advanced scientific degree
Significant experience in medical affairs, medical communications, the pharmaceutical industry, or a related healthcare environment.
Proven success leading and developing scientific teams within a fast-paced, client-focused organization.
Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple complex projects and scientific portfolios while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
Strong client management and stakeholder engagement experience.
Experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams and driving alignment among diverse stakeholders.
Strong business acumen, including resource planning, operational effectiveness, and organizational growth.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Professional development