Medical Director

Medical DirectorThe Medical Director is responsible for leading medical strategy and execution for a core brand within a client portfolio. This role translates complex medical and healthcare system information into clear, actionable direction and ensures scientific accuracy across all materials entering regulatory review.ResponsibilitiesOwn Brand-Level Medical ContentLead medical content for assigned brand(s) within a client portfolioTranslate clinical data and health information into positioning, messaging, and claim directionEnsure materials reflect real-world treatment dynamics and HCP decision-makingAnticipate scientific, clinical, and regulatory riskLead Scientific Review and Regulatory ProcessServe as primary medical reviewer of promotional and non-promotional materials for patients and providersReview copy, layouts, concepts, and client-facing deliverable to ensure scientific accuracy and clinical relevancePrepare materials for regulatory review, including detailed reference annotation and reference validationSupport regulatory review discussions for assigned brandsResolve scientific and clinical feedback efficiently and accuratelyCollaborate Cross-FunctionallyPartner with copywriters to refine claims and strengthen scientific clarityWork with strategy partners and creative teams to ensure ideas are grounded in clinical realityContribute to briefs and creative development from a scientific perspectiveLead disease and product education sessions for internal teams and support client education, as neededEnsure cross-functional partners understand key clinical and competitive dynamicsReinforce scientific standards during onboarding of new team membersSupport Team DevelopmentContribute to internal training and scientific knowledge sharingMentor Associate Medical Directors and provide structured feedbackContribute to GrowthSupport new business efforts related to assigned therapeutic areasProvide scientific input for pitch materials and RFP responsesHelp identify opportunities to expand client engagement through strong medical partnershipWhat Sets This Role ApartYou own the science behind the brand. You ensure every claim stands up to scrutiny. You move confidently between data and creative execution.QualificationsAdvanced degree in a healthcare or science field required (PharmD, PhD, Master's, or equivalent)5-7+ years of experience in medical strategy, medical affairs, scientific communications, or related healthcare industry rolesDemonstrated experience leading medical reviews for scientific accuracy and regulatory readinessStrong understanding of clinical trial design, endpoints, and treatment pathwaysExperience using AI-enabled tools to support research and scientific review, with the ability to critically evaluate outputsStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining scientific rigor