Scientific Director

Scientific Director – Medical Communications

Remote or hybrid London

Competitive salary and benefits package

A growing independent medical communications agency is looking to appoint a Scientific Director to join its collaborative Scientific Services team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced medical communications professional to take a strategic leadership role, combining scientific expertise with client partnership and team mentorship. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of pharmaceutical clients, shaping scientific strategy, overseeing high-quality deliverables, and partnering with cross-functional teams to bring complex science to life.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the scientific strategy across allocated client accounts and therapy areas
• Provide expert scientific guidance and ensure the accuracy, quality, and consistency of all medical communications deliverables
• Develop and review a wide range of promotional and scientific materials, while mentoring and supporting medical writers
• Build trusted relationships with clients, acting as a strategic scientific partner and leading high-level scientific discussions
• Collaborate closely with Client Services, Creative, Editorial, and Strategy teams to deliver integrated communication programmes
• Support business development activities, including pitches, scientific input, and identifying opportunities for account growth

About you

• Previous experience working within a medical communications agency is essential
• Strong background in medical writing with experience leading scientific strategy
• Degree in a life sciences discipline (higher degree or PhD advantageous)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on scientific leadership in a fast-paced agency environment

What's on offer

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
• Hybrid working (Central London office with home working flexibility)
• Private healthcare
• Generous holiday allowance, including Christmas closure
• Supportive, collaborative culture with excellent opportunities for career progression
• Regular team and social events

If you're an experienced Scientific Director, or an experienced Principal Medical Writer ready to step into a more strategic leadership role, I'd be happy to share further details in confidence.