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United States
Remote only
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Medical Director (Promotional Medical Education) based in United States.
This is an opportunity to lead the development of high-impact scientific and medical education content across diverse therapeutic areas.
You’ll combine medical writing expertise, scientific storytelling, and strategic thinking to shape communications that support healthcare professionals and patient outcomes.
The role involves leading medical writers, reviewing complex scientific content, and ensuring deliverables meet rigorous standards for accuracy and compliance.
You’ll serve as a trusted medical partner to clients, translating scientific evidence into clear and compelling communication strategies.
Working closely with account, project, and cross-functional teams, you’ll help deliver high-quality programs while managing timelines, resources, and priorities.
The position offers a collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation, AI-enabled tools, and continuous learning are encouraged.
The role can be performed remotely in the U.S. or Canada and requires availability during Eastern U.S. working hours.
Lead and mentor medical writers across assigned therapeutic areas and client accounts, supporting professional development and maintaining high standards of scientific excellence.
Review, revise, and oversee medical content to ensure scientific accuracy, strategic alignment, consistency, and compliance with applicable industry requirements.
Act as a key medical advisor to clients, contributing to medical strategies and the development, design, and analysis of communication tactics and deliverables.
Serve as a primary medical contact for assigned projects, building trusted client relationships and providing strategic and tactical guidance.
Translate complex scientific evidence into clear, concise, persuasive, and audience-appropriate medical narratives for healthcare professionals and other stakeholders.
Partner with account and project leads to understand project scope and status, support accurate budgeting and resourcing, and facilitate effective communication across multidisciplinary teams.
Contribute to business development activities, including new business proposals, presentations, and client pitches.
Support broader departmental and organizational initiatives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
3+ years of experience in healthcare communications, preferably within an agency environment, with a strong track record of producing high-quality medical communications deliverables.
Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related discipline; PhD, MD, or PharmD preferred.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, compelling, scientifically rigorous narratives for diverse audiences, including primary care physicians and specialists.
Strong scientific reasoning and the ability to analyze complex data, identify meaningful insights, and translate them into actionable and compliant communications.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects, accounts, deadlines, and priorities while maintaining quality in a fast-paced environment.
Proven leadership or people-management experience, including the ability to mentor, coach, and support the development of medical writers.
Strong client-facing, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with a solutions-oriented and accountable approach.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, online proofing platforms such as Workfront Proof or Ziflow, and Veeva Vault.
Experience using AI-powered tools and resources responsibly to support scientific research, content development, and workflow efficiency.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work effectively across functions, and contribute to a culture centered on collaboration, excellence, continuous improvement, and accountability.
Salary range of $100,000–$125,000 USD, with compensation determined by factors such as experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Remote work opportunity in the United States or Canada, subject to role and team requirements.
Eastern U.S. working hours.
Comprehensive benefits and perks tailored to the employee’s region.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits.
Support for long-term financial planning and saving for the future.
Mental wellness coaching and support resources.
Access to more than 13,000 online learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning.
Opportunities to collaborate with distributed teams and participate in learning, culture-building, and team connection initiatives.
Inclusive and flexible work environment with accommodations available throughout the recruitment process where required.
Opportunities to work on innovative healthcare communications and develop expertise across therapeutic areas.
