Strategic Director, Medical and Scientific Affairs

CMI Media Group • Parsippany, NJ

127d • $120,000 - $210,000

About The Position

The Strategic Director, Medical and Scientific Affairs is a senior strategic leader who translates complex science into insight-driven, compliant Medical Affairs communication and engagement strategies. The role leads client strategy, mentors cross-functional teams, and advances Medical Affairs planning across diverse therapeutic areas. It serves as a trusted advisor to pharmaceutical and biotech clients, connecting scientific fluency with business strategy to help them navigate complex therapeutic landscapes.

Requirements

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree preferred (PharmD, PhD, MD, MPH, MS), or equivalent depth of professional experience.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in Medical Affairs, scientific communications, MSL/Field Medical, or strategic healthcare consulting roles.
• Proven experience working successfully within an agency, consulting firm, or highly matrixed environment supporting pharmaceutical or biotech clients.
• Deep working command of clinical data, therapeutic landscapes, and scientific communication, with credibility to engage peer-to-peer with senior medical leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, consultative client engagements and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong foundational understanding of Medical Affairs compliance and regulatory guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, MPH, or MS).

Responsibilities

• Design, lead, and execute evidence-based Medical Affairs engagement strategies aligned with scientific and organizational objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, lead high-level discussions, facilitate strategic workshops, and influence key decisions.
• Plan and implement compliant, non-promotional HCP engagement strategies across digital, peer-to-peer, medical congress, and field medical channels.
• Synthesize complex clinical data and market insights into clear strategic narratives and actionable recommendations.
• Operationalize the EVP’s vision, mentor internal teams, and foster a culture of excellence in scientific communications.
• Ensure strategies and deliverables adhere to Medical Affairs compliance, MLR/PRC processes, and industry governance requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge therapies and diverse therapeutic areas.
• Collaborative, intellectually stimulating, and growth-oriented work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed