Associate Scientific Director
REMOTE / HYBRID
About Us
Virgo Health works for pharmaceutical, biotech, and device companies to inform and educate healthcare professionals about the latest developments in clinical research and therapeutic approaches. We leverage our meetings, digital, and interactive expertise to understand what's easy and relevant for healthcare professionals to engage with. We tailor our content and design it to offer choice and active participation. Real, relevant, and human.
Job Overview
As part of the Virgo New York team, the associate scientific director (ASD) will take ownership of and produce high-quality educational materials for the pharmaceutical industry and other educational bodies to enhance understanding of the disease area / product, with the main aim of helping clients to communicate their educational objectives.
Core Responsibilities
Writing
- Write copy to the highest standard (quality and scientific) for a range of educational materials including development of oral presentations, publications, print items, and digital platforms, and for different audiences
- Develop, implement, and manage the delivery of medical education and communications materials that are aligned with client objectives and specifications and meet budgetary and schedule requirements
Client Activity
Take and correctly implement briefs from the client or client services teamAct as a senior lead to clients and thought leaders for specified projects / accountsReview work of more junior writers and provide feedback to ensure medical writing standards are consistently achievedDevelop and maintain in-depth knowledge of therapy areas relevant to own accounts, including product data and educational messaging, terminology, and competitor awarenessAccurately interpret client / author comments and precisely apply feedbackLiaise professionally with pharmaceutical clients and key thought leaders to discuss scientific aspects of the project and act as the point of contact for both clients and key thought leaders on specified projectsProvide on-site support as appropriate, eg, data gathering, on-site writing, thought leader supportContribute to the organic growth of accounts and development of new business proposals where appropriateTeam Working
Brief freelancers as necessaryWork with editorial assistant (or account executive) to manage materials through creative teamAssist manager by proactively managing workload and forecast resource requirements to ensure adequate coverage to meet clients' needsEnsure effective communication with internal team to ensure timely discussion of issues that may have an impact on Virgo's ability to deliver high-quality work on budgetKnowledge
Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of therapy areas relevant to own accounts, including product data and educational messaging, terminology, and competitor awarenessBuild knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and health arenaKeep updated on new developments within medical writing arena and other med ed agency activityUse understanding of the pharma health environment, applying knowledge toward the implementation and development of client and new business programsKeep updated on the relevant regulatory codes and legislationOther
Accurately input hours worked into timesheets on to SAPExperience / Skills Required
Excellent scientific writing style with skills to adapt content and style to different audience groupsExcellent attention to detail : style / consistency, good grammar, scientific accuracy, and experience in QCing work and sign-off of printer proofsExperience in developing in-depth knowledge of therapeutic areas / medical productsExcellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to forecast and manage workloadFlexible approach to working, with the ability to reprioritize and work under pressure when neededAbility to review work, coach, and provide feedback to team membersExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, including client / key thought leader presentation skillsIT skills (including MS Office, database / internet searching, etc)Knowledge of print / production proceduresBudgetary awareness and experience of estimating scientific hours to input into budgetsUnderstanding of drug development and compliance guidelines for medical writingLevel of Experience
1-3 years of experience at a healthcare communications agencyQualification
Educated to degree level (or preferably higher) in a biomedical scienceVirgo Characteristics
Team playerPassionate commitmentProfessionalism and client focusOpen communicationSelf-developmentCoachingDetail focusOrganizationCommercial awarenessEmbraces changeKey Performance Indicators
Client feedbackClient retentionAnnual performance objectives and performance appraisalSalary : $105,000-$130,000
Virgo has included the base salary range or hourly rate for this role. Actual compensation offered within the range will depend upon, among other factors : a candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience; actual ranges for current or former employees in the role; and market considerations.
Virgo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status
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Salary : $105,000 - $130,000
