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Associate Scientific Director (Med Comms), FTC 20 months

IQVIA
London
1 month ago
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This role is open exclusively in the UK. Please note, all applicants should have the right to work in the UK, now and in the future.

IQVIA Medical Communications (IMC) is seeking an Associate Scientific Director to ideate and lead the development of medical and scientific communication solutions (including scientific platforms, medical plans, publication plans, advisory boards, and steering committees), while helping to grow our business.

Who We Are

IQVIA is a global leader in data, technology, advanced analytics, and human science expertise to improve healthcare decisions and patient outcomes. Our Medical Communications division offers comprehensive solutions that support this mission, beyond traditional agency services.

Our team includes practice leads, strategists, project and event managers, operations specialists, content, and design professionals. We create communication strategies and deliverables throughout the product lifecycle, incorporating adult learning and behavioral science to engage diverse audiences effectively.

We are a collaborative, intellectually curious group across 12 countries and 4 continents, continuously striving to improve our solutions through diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The Associate Scientific Director, Medical Communications Position

This role is home-based with frequent collaboration with a global team. IQVIA offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a profit-related annual bonus.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead development of medical and scientific communication solutions, ensuring accuracy and impact across therapeutic areas to meet client objectives.
  • Act as Scientific Lead, creating communication strategies, leading meetings, and coordinating high-quality deliverables.
  • Provide scientific counsel and strategic advice as a subject matter expert.
  • Support business growth through proposals, RFIs/RFPs, project specifications, and identifying new solutions.
  • Participate in operational management and contribute to SOPs, quality measures, and working practices.
  • Travel up to 10% for client meetings, congresses, or other events.

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD) or equivalent experience.
  • 6+ years in medical/scientific communications, including review/QC, business development, and scientific direction.
  • Proficiency in English, with excellent writing and content development skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, mentorship, and leadership skills.
  • Understanding of industry guidelines and the healthcare/pharmaceutical industry.
  • Deep therapeutic expertise and strategic thinking ability.

Who You Are

Empathetic:High emotional intelligence, effective at understanding others' perspectives, and building client relationships.

Agile:Adaptable to change, organized, collaborative, and receptive to feedback.

Resourceful:Proactive problem-solver, creative, and eager to learn and try new approaches.

Join us to make an impact, grow your career, and continue learning.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research, insights, and healthcare intelligence, committed to improving patient outcomes worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

Senioritiy level

  • Not Applicable

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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