Associate Scientific Director

Omnicom Health•Stamford, CT

12d•$95,000 - $125,000

About The Position

HCG is seeking an Associate Director to join our Medical & Scientific Services team and contribute to the development, execution and delivery of multiple medical communication projects. The Associate Director will assist in managing client relationships, ensuring that the scientific needs of the account are being met with strategic focus, scientific rigor and accuracy, and clinical relevance. The Associate Director will also assist in developing Associate scientific team members.

Requirements

An advanced scientific degree (PhD, MD, PharmD) with 3 to 5 years of experience in a Medical Communications agency setting
Strong therapeutic category knowledge and experience
Experience working directly with pharmaceutical clients
Demonstrated ability to interpret data and provide strategic/scientific direction to clients
Proficiency organizing teams and managing projects
Strong self-motivation and enthusiasm with demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly detail-oriented environment
Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical standards, compliance, and regulations
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, including strong proficiency in related technologies (Microsoft applications, Internet research platforms, etc)
Ability and willingness to travel as needed

Responsibilities

Scientific Content
Lead and develop content, including data analysis, for a range of complex projects with minimal review/direction
Fiscal Responsibility
Work with teams on budgets and proposal review
Develop understanding of forecasting and staffing tools
Strategic Perspective and Guidance
Incorporate strategic concepts into projects Independently and accurately, and train junior team members to do so
Drive and contribute to client strategies
Client Engagement and Influence
Independently lead written and verbal client communications
Build and manage collaborative relationships with clients
Participate and lead off-site and remote meetings
Team Engagement and Influence
Assist other Associate Directors and team members with project prioritization
Identify and communicate important updates and medical-regulatory milestones to team and recommend new business opportunities
Lead internal training sessions as appropriate
Business Development
Develop understanding of agency capabilities and identify opportunities to cross-sell scientific services

Benefits

A competitive compensation package
Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
Competitive 401(k) investment options
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Commuter benefits
Employee referral awards
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Training and mentoring opportunities through programs such as Omnicom University, led by international influencers and Harvard Business School professors
Retail and entertainment discounts and benefits available
A rewarding workplace and a fun team environment