What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientific Associate position at VML HEALTH?
Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150 offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. We are looking for a passionate and driven Scientific Associate to join our growing VML Health team. If you have a solid foundation in biomedical sciences and a desire to learn about the medical communications industry, this is your chance to make a real impact. What You'll Do: Partner with scientific, account, and editorial teams to ensure scientific accuracy across all client projects and new business initiatives. Interpret and distill complex scientific information from medical journals and clinical study reports into clear and engaging marketing messages. Contribute to the creation of compelling scientific content. Conduct thorough literature searches and research on physician opinion leaders, medical journals, and conferences. Collaborate with clients and editorial staff to incorporate feedback and revisions. Participate in scientific and client meetings alongside senior team members. Build professional relationships with key opinion leaders and faculty in relevant therapeutic areas. Master and adhere to internal processes, demonstrating a commitment to quality and efficiency. Who You Are: A highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a strong scientific background. Intellectually curious and eager to learn about the medical education and communication landscape. A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and listening skills. Able to exercise sound judgment, manage time effectively, and multitask efficiently. Possessing a strong professional work ethic and a willingness to go the extra mile. What You'll Need: Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD). 0-1 year of experience in a medical communications agency (preferred). Strong professional writing experience in biosciences/medical fields. Beginner to intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Internet search, and PubMed. What We Offer: Passionate, driven people: We champion a culture of people who do extraordinary work. Consciously cultivated culture: We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery. Competitive benefits: What we offer full-time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness. Growth-minded opportunities: We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, a growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP so you can continue to grow personally and professionally. #vmlhealthcareers VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details._$45,000—$100,000 USDAt VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150 offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. We are looking for a passionate and driven Scientific Associate to join our growing VML Health team. If you have a solid foundation in biomedical sciences and a desire to learn about the medical communications industry, this is your chance to make a real impact. What You'll Do: Partner with scientific, account, and editorial teams to ensure scientific accuracy across all client projects and new business initiatives. Interpret and distill complex scientific information from medical journals and clinical study reports into clear and engaging marketing messages. Contribute to the creation of compelling scientific content. Conduct thorough literature searches and research on physician opinion leaders, medical journals, and conferences. Collaborate with clients and editorial staff to incorporate feedback and revisions. Participate in scientific and client meetings alongside senior team members. Build professional relationships with key opinion leaders and faculty in relevant therapeutic areas. Master and adhere to internal processes, demonstrating a commitment to quality and efficiency. Who You Are: A highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a strong scientific background. Intellectually curious and eager to learn about the medical education and communication landscape. A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and listening skills. Able to exercise sound judgment, manage time effectively, and multitask efficiently. Possessing a strong professional work ethic and a willingness to go the extra mile. What You'll Need: Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD). 0-1 year of experience in a medical communications agency (preferred). Strong professional writing experience in biosciences/medical fields. Beginner to intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Internet search, and PubMed. What We Offer: Passionate, driven people: We champion a culture of people who do extraordinary work. Consciously cultivated culture: We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery. Competitive benefits: What we offer full-time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness. Growth-minded opportunities: We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, a growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP so you can continue to grow personally and professionally. #vmlhealthcareers VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details._$45,000—$100,000 USDAt VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Salary : $100,000
