Medical Science Director

WebMD

45d • $125,000 - $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Medical Science Director, Oncology is responsible for developing and delivering high-quality, scientifically accurate medical education content for healthcare professionals. This role combines expertise in oncology, medical writing, and adult learning principles to create impactful digital, live, and hybrid programs. Working closely with internal teams, clients, and thought leaders, the Director ensures content aligns with clinical standards, program goals, and industry regulations—helping advance knowledge and improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in developing digital, live, in-person, and hybrid medical education programs for HCPs
• At Least 3 to 5 years’ experience as a medical writer/content developer at a medical education/communications agency
• Established expertise in hematology/oncology
• Excellent organizational skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines and driving team success in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Highly proficient in written English and verbal communication skills; additional languages a plus
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite - particularly PowerPoint - with excellent editorial skills (writing and editing)
• A Bachelor of Science degree (life sciences, public health, or clinical sciences) with several years’ relevant work experience required
• Excellent computer skills that include working remotely on shared networks and cloud-based systems (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive, Workfront, and others)
• Comfortable in a highly deadline-driven environment; able to pivot quickly between tasks and adapt to rapidly shifting priorities
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Possessing strong problem-solving and time-management skills; capable of addressing unforeseen issues to ensure that project goals and timelines are consistently met
• High degree of professionalism and comfortable building collaborative work relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to travel; estimated up to 20% (during peak times) for program delivery and training opportunities

Nice To Haves

• Prior Medical Affairs experience
• Experience in non-malignant hematology, rare diseases, and/or other therapeutic areas a plus
• Preference given to individuals proficient / experienced in using AI-driven tools and platforms
• Proficiency with web-based data and document sharing sites and authoring tools (Box, Read Cube, EndNote, Tableau) a plus
• An advanced degree in a medical or science-related specialty (MD, PharmD, RN, NP, PA, PhD) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality scientific, medical, and/or clinical content for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers
• Develop PowerPoint presentations, text-based copy, and other project-related deliverables for multimedia programs across digital, live virtual, and/or in-person formats
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of key clinical issues within the therapeutic areas of interest; remain current with relevant literature; clinical practice guidelines; approved therapeutic drugs, regimens, and devices; and therapeutic pipelines
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with thought leaders and expert faculty in the specified therapeutic areas to deliver current, accurate, and compelling content
• Ensure content alignment with program goals and client expectations
• Write assessment/survey/polling questions aligned with project goals; analyze program data/outcomes to develop compelling insights and presentations
• Serve as a consultant to internal teams and clients to design and execute programs that are clinically appropriate, instructionally-sound, and adherent to industry regulations
• Support application of adult learning theory, instructional design principles, and best practices for health care provider education for specified projects
• Support engagement with internal stakeholders and clients to identify program goals and establish measurable indicators for success
• Engage with Sales and Strategy colleagues to provide recommendations for future programs
• Meet regularly with team members to review work quality, client satisfaction, productivity metrics, and progress toward project-related objectives
• Demonstrate accountability against defined performance standards for working with internal teams and clients
• Complete projects within established timelines and to specifications

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage)
• Paid Time Off (including vacation, sick leave, and flexible holiday days)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and/or Transit Benefits (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior