VP, Medical Director (Medical Education)

About the role

We're looking for a dynamic and highly experienced Vice President, Medical Director to lead and inspire our scientific teams. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with a strong scientific background, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for medical education and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate multiple science teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Mentor and coach team members, providing opportunities for growth and development.
• Share best practices and innovative ideas across account teams.
• Collaborate with account services to drive strategic direction and resolve departmental conflicts.
• Keep management informed of client activities, issues, and opportunities.
• Ensure teams adhere to internal processes and operate efficiently and fiscally responsibly.
• Maintain positive working relationships with editorial teams, ensuring timely delivery of materials.
• Participate in recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to VML Health.
• Champion company culture and values, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Structure, plan, resource, and lead new business pitches.
• Network and collaborate with VML Health and WPP.
• Maintain a strong network of external relationships in the medical education and pharmaceutical sectors.
• Champion brands by maximizing scientific data to meet strategic goals and long-term vision.
• Serve as the scientific point of contact, translating complex science into strategic content.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of therapeutic markets and stay abreast of industry trends.
• Delegate, supervise, and review scientific content, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Write, edit, and rewrite medical content as needed.
• Develop and participate in strategic planning, ensuring alignment between issues, strategies, and programming.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs).
• Serve as a key client contact, building strong relationships and providing scientific guidance.
• Develop and maintain harmonious relationships with client teams at all levels.
• Share timely market insights and provide proactive recommendations to clients.
• Ensure client satisfaction and identify solutions to strengthen relationships.
• Resolve client conflicts quickly and efficiently.
• Participate in the development of breakthrough creative and innovative programs.
• Ensure high-quality agency output, rejecting materials that don't meet standards.
• Secure and manage external scientific resources as needed.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD).
• 5-7+ years of experience in a medical communications agency.
• Experience in multiple therapeutic areas.
• Proven experience managing multiple teams and client accounts.
• Track record of successful new business pitches.
• Advanced skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, internet search, and PubMed.

Qualifications

• A proven leader with a passion for medical education and communication.
• A strategic thinker with strong scientific acumen and marketing savvy.
• An excellent communicator with effective written and oral communication skills.
• A collaborative team player who fosters a positive and inclusive work environment.
• A highly organized individual with exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
• A proactive problem-solver who exercises sound judgment.

Skills

• Strategic thinking.
• Scientific acumen.
• Marketing savvy.
• Effective communication.
• Team leadership.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package, including full-time health coverage options, a generous 401k match, and various paid time off offerings. Click here for more details.

Pay

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is $125,000—$295,000 USD. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule

We adopt a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.