Senior Account Director

At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human‑centred creativity, and AI‑driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact‑obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Our culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities. Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Experience. Account Director – Medical Communications (Hybrid). The Account Director for the Scientific and Medical Affairs team serves as the primary client contact, leading client relationships of approximately $2M, providing strategic counsel, and overseeing the successful execution of projects for emerging and mid‑stage biotech companies as part of our Biotech Center of Excellence (COE) . You will ensure high‑quality deliverables, proactively identify opportunities for account growth, and manage internal teams effectively. This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—New York City, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Carmel (IN), or Lambertville (NJ)—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs. What You’ll Do Serve as the day‑to‑day client lead and trusted advisor for emerging and mid‑stage biotech partners across medical affairs and publication workstreams, leveraging our Biotech COE Provide senior‑level strategic counsel on key programs, tailoring recommendations to the realities of emerging and mid‑stage biotech (e.g., evolving evidence, rapid timelines, and lean teams) Oversee account operations to ensure seamless execution of high‑quality deliverables—driving proactive issue resolution, clear stakeholder communication, and consistent delivery standards across the Biotech COE Drive strategic planning and account growth by identifying opportunities to evolve and expand programs for existing and identified emerging and mid‑stage biotech clients Ensure financial stewardship across the account, including budget oversight, forecasting, resourcing, and profitability management Mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative, high‑performing environment and contributing to capability‑building within the Biotech COE Stay current on industry trends, competitor activity, and relevant regulatory updates—translating insights into practical guidance for biotech clients Support new business efforts for emerging and mid‑stage biotech, contributing to pitches and proposals and partnering with the Biotech COE to showcase differentiated expertise What You Should Have 6+ years of experience in medical affairs and ideally publications, in an agency setting Minimum of 3 years of experience servicing biotech clients Proven leadership skills, with experience managing client relationships and internal teams Strong strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities, with a track record of driving account growth Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Proficiency in financial management, including budget tracking and forecasting Experience with Advisory boards, investigator meetings, and meeting management Veeva management expertise (preferred but not required) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required This position is a perfect fit for you if: Our Company values – Best Together, Impact‑Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always and Accountability with an “I” – really speak to you You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow. When things change, so do we. We’re always evolving You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data You are a highly organized self‑starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines Pay Range $150,000–$170,000. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry. 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