Scientific Director

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and deliver strategic, evidence-based recommendations to guide the development of relevant, accurate, and high-quality scientific content for oncology healthcare professionals
• Interpret and apply medical literature, clinical practice guidelines, and disease-state knowledge across multiple tumor types to create content that reflects current best practices and addresses key educational gaps
• Serve as a subject matter expert in support of business development initiatives, collaborating with sales teams to identify and present opportunities for funded projects and programs, and participate in project management activities as needed
• Collaborate within a cross-functional team and effectively communicate with internal professional services (project management, editorial, medical writers, and design services) to ensure high-quality output
• Engage with clients and key opinion leaders through regular meetings to build relationships, align on strategy, and translate complex scientific concepts into clear, impactful communications for medical professionals

Qualifications

• A clinical degree (PharmD, DO, MD) or advanced degree (MS, PhD) in the healthcare-related field (life sciences, biomedical sciences)
• 3 or more years of strong oncology account experience in agency/medical communications company with promotional video, events, or other digital deliverables
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proven ability to multitask, quickly adapt, and manage and meet multiple timelines simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
• Management experience
• Ability to travel to meetings

Pay

Compensation Range: $125,000 – $135,000 per year, depending on qualifications.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule
• Health insurance through Cigna (medical & dental)
• Vision coverage through VSP
• Pharmacy benefits through Optum
• FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Limited Purpose FSA options
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Pet discount program with PetAssure
• Norton LifeLock identity theft protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through NYLGBS
• Fertility benefits through Progyny
• Commuter benefits
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Risk Management
• Supplemental Aflac coverage: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Discounts and rewards through BenefitHub