Associate Medical Director (Medical Affairs)

Minneapolis, MN (Remote)

$100K/yr – $125K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 days ago

Job Summary

Lead and develop a medical writing team across therapeutic areas, guiding scientific strategy, client collaboration, and deliverable quality while supporting business growth.

  • Manage multiple projects and mentor staff
  • Partner with clients on strategy and communications

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a team of medical writers within assigned therapeutic areas and client accounts; provide leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence and supporting professional growth within the team
  • Review and revise medical content to ensure scientific accuracy and alignment with client strategies
  • Counsel and serve as integral partner to clients in the development of various medical strategies and in the design and analysis of related medical communication tactics and deliverables
  • Serve as the primary medical point of contact for clients on projects and deliverables, building trust and maintaining open communication while providing strategic and tactical guidance
  • Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards of scientific accuracy, consistency, and compliance with client guidelines and industry regulations
  • Understand project scopes and statuses and partner with account/project leads to ensure accurate budgeting, timely resourcing, and effective communication within cross-functional teams
  • Contribute to business growth by supporting the development of new business proposals and participating in client pitches
  • Perform any other duties as reasonably assigned—duties and responsibilities may relate to business development, departmental or agency-wide initiatives, and more

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in healthcare communications within an agency, with a demonstrated track record of developing high-quality 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 craft clear, concise, and persuasive scientific narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including primary care physicians and specialists
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across diverse accounts, maintaining high-quality standards under pressure
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat as well as familiarity with online proofing platforms (eg, Workfront Proof, Ziflow) and Veeva Vault
  • Proficiency with AI tools and resources to facilitate research and develop content in an efficient and responsible manner

Benefits

  • we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vison plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and support and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Learn more about our great benefits and perks and search specific offerings in your region at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com.
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Associate Medical Director (Medical Affairs)

Real Chemistry · Minneapolis, MN · Remote