This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Scientific Director (Medical Publications) in Canada.
This senior scientific leadership role sits at the intersection of medical communications, strategic publications planning, and client advisory within the life sciences sector. You will be responsible for shaping and leading scientific communication strategies across complex, high-impact accounts, ensuring scientific accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance across all deliverables. Acting as the primary scientific authority for clients, you will guide publication strategies, oversee multi-asset content development, and ensure alignment with global medical communication standards. The role also involves mentoring scientific teams, elevating content quality, and driving operational excellence across accounts. You will engage directly with external stakeholders, leading scientific discussions, advisory boards, and strategic workshops. This is a high-visibility leadership position suited to an experienced medical communications professional passionate about scientific excellence and team development.
Accountabilities:
- Lead end-to-end scientific and medical communication strategies across large, complex accounts, including publication planning and integrated communication initiatives.
- Serve as the primary scientific expert for client stakeholders, ensuring alignment between medical strategy, brand objectives, and scientific integrity.
- Oversee development and review of high-quality scientific content including manuscripts, congress materials, training content, and MLR-regulated assets.
- Ensure adherence to publication standards and industry guidelines such as GPP, ICMJE, and PhRMA requirements.
- Lead scientific review processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with journal, congress, and client-specific standards.
- Manage client engagement activities including workshops, advisory boards, speaker training, and scientific presentations.
- Support business growth through scientific input in proposals, pitches, and strategic account development.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scientific writers and associate scientific directors, including performance management and career development.
- Oversee operational planning, resource allocation, and workflow optimization across assigned accounts.
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of all scientific outputs.
Requirements:
- Advanced degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field (PhD, PharmD, MD, MSc preferred), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 6+ years of experience in medical communications or medical writing, with exposure to multi-account or high-complexity project leadership.
- At least 2+ years of people management and team leadership experience.
- Strong expertise in scientific writing, data interpretation, and editorial excellence across medical publications.
- Deep understanding of clinical research, regulatory frameworks, and publication guidelines (GPP, ICMJE, etc.).
- Proven ability to lead client engagements, facilitate scientific discussions, and present complex data effectively.
- Strong strategic thinking skills with experience contributing to account growth and scientific strategy development.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with scientific/medical communication tools and platforms.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management capabilities.
Benefits:
- Competitive annual salary ranging from CAD $152,000 to $173,000 based on experience and qualifications.
- Remote or hybrid work flexibility depending on location.
- Opportunity to lead high-impact, global medical communications accounts.
- Strong emphasis on career development, mentorship, and leadership growth.
- Exposure to leading pharmaceutical and life sciences clients worldwide.
- Collaborative, science-driven, and innovation-focused work environment.
- Inclusive workplace culture committed to diversity, equity, and professional growth.
- Occasional travel opportunities for client engagement and scientific meetings.