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Alphanumeric is Hiring a SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR (Medical Communications) - Remote (U.S.)
💼 Full-Time | Remote | $155 - 175k | Therapeutic Area Focus: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Oncology

As a Scientific Director, you will drive the development of high-quality, scientifically accurate, and engaging content for internal and external medical affairs initiatives-ranging from presentations and infographics to advisory board materials and messaging platforms. You'll lead a team of 1-3 medical writers across 1-3 accounts and serve as a strategic partner to clients while mentoring your team.

This role combines deep therapeutic expertise with creativity and leadership. We're looking for a scientist with a storyteller's mindset-someone who can translate complex science into compelling narratives. Candidates should hold a PhD, MD, PharmD, or related scientific degree and bring 5+ years of experience in medical communications, ideally within agency settings and focused in immunology, infectious diseases, or oncology.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the scientific lead on assigned accounts, ensuring accuracy, quality, and strategy alignment across deliverables.
• Oversee and mentor a team of medical writers, providing training and supporting their professional development.
• Partner with client leads to deliver high-impact content and maintain strong client relationships.
• Participate in strategic planning, client health checks, and account growth initiatives.
• Lead or contribute to business development efforts including RFP responses, proposals, and pitch presentations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and medical standards, client style guides, and internal quality assurance processes.
• Actively contribute to internal process improvements and knowledge sharing across teams.