Medical Director, VP of Strategic Initiatives

Job Overview

We are seeking an accomplished and proactive Vice President, Medical Director to join our esteemed healthcare marketing team. In this pivotal role, you will deliver strategic guidance and scientific oversight to ensure that client products and therapeutic areas are thoroughly understood and accurately conveyed. Your leadership and expertise will be instrumental in achieving successful outcomes for clients while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethical standards and fostering collaborative relationships with both internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

As a VP, Medical Director, your key responsibilities will include:

• Upholding the highest quality standards and ensuring timely delivery of projects while representing the agency effectively.
• Enhancing the clinical and medical significance of our initiatives to support existing client accounts and explore new business opportunities.
• Conducting comprehensive research to gain insights into the therapeutic landscape, encompassing brand positioning, efficacy, safety data, mechanisms of action, and distinguishing characteristics.
• Collaborating with Brand Strategy and Engagement Strategy teams to integrate medical insights into overall brand planning.
• Contributing medical strategy insights and ongoing support during the preparation for new business pitches.
• Ensuring scientific and medical precision across all communications, internal and external.
• Onboarding new team members to respective brand teams while nurturing a collaborative work atmosphere.
• Engaging closely with Account, Strategy, Project Management, and Creative departments, as well as clients, on a daily basis.
• Delivering educational and strategic presentations tailored to diverse audiences with varying expertise levels.
  
  

Required Skills

To excel in this role, candidates should possess:

• An MD, PharmD, or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline is preferred.
• Strong self-motivation, enthusiasm, and the ability to thrive in a detailed-oriented and dynamic environment.
• A firm understanding of clinical or pre-clinical research principles.
• Familiarity with scientific resources such as PubMed and ClinicalTrials.gov.
• Exceptional skills in interpreting complex data and providing clear strategic and scientific guidance.
  
  

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in medical advertising, particularly within the oncology field.
• A proven ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced setting with tight deadlines.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

This role presents exceptional prospects for professional advancement through direct participation in strategic initiatives and collaboration with senior leadership. The onboarding of new staff offers valuable mentorship and knowledge sharing, contributing significantly to your career development.

Company Culture and Values

Our organization cultivates a collaborative work environment that prioritizes ethical standards and encourages teamwork. This role facilitates daily interactions with various departments and clients, promoting an inclusive and supportive culture.

Employment Type: Full-Time