Scientific Advisor, Medical Communications
Agency equivalent: Scientific Director

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

Responsible for overall management of complex, highly visible medical content for specific accounts including coordination of digital and interactive content, working with content experts to create scientifically accurate, project goals, and timelines. Develop creative concepts, prepare and deliver client presentations in a manner that effectively showcases the featured content as directed by client, and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). Collaborate with internal project team members to ensure client expectations are being met. Ensure all content is compliant and includes pull-through of client strategy. Synthesize and implement client feedback during content creation. Manage and attend relevant internal meetings, as assigned. Contribute to enhanced customer service through timeliness and quality of communications and deliverables, including thorough hand-offs to internal project teams. Develop and maintain working knowledge of managed products and disease areas. Develop and assist with preparation of client pitches, presentations, and metrics. Participate in internal brainstorms, key client strategy and planning sessions, and Simpson/Summit Global Health strategy/planning sessions as needed.

Development of Scientific Content

Authors/supports generation and presentation of product and disease state information in support of client strategy. Creates and presents content in a variety of media in support of client strategy and objectives. Critically reviews technical and scientific reports from external sources for inclusion as a resource for content development. Reviews regulatory documents and common technical documents to ensure regulatory compliance in all content created. Identifies, develops scientifically sound, creative solutions to meet clients’ critical business needs.

Client Relations and Management

Work with Client Service partners to manage the client relationship, setting clear expectations around deliverables and project plans. Synthesize client feedback for pull through into content and communicate to other team members as needed. Collaborate with internal project team members and departments including Client Services, Interactive, and Marketing to ensure client expectations are being met. Play key role in new business development including brainstorming client solutions, pitching new business, and supporting pitch presentation development

Brand Management

Establish meaningful, professional relationships with various client stakeholders, including gaining understanding of their individual roles, communication preferences, personal motivators, and the desired outcomes for the brand and for the team. Ensure the Simpson/Summit/IQVIA brand is properly represented and promoted throughout client interactions, communications, and deliverables. Promote and deliver service levels which are sustainable and allow for efficient delivery of a quality product. Provide data, decisions and delivery of services in support of client, project and community success.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS ROLE

PharmD, MD, or PhD, in a relevant field requiredAt least 3 years of experience in medical communications requiredAbility to travel for representation of company at client meetings, advisory boards, medical or industry conferences, pitch presentations, and other meetings as neededAbility to work across therapeutic areas and accountsStrong knowledge of medical information resources and how to access and extract key informationMust be a strong team player and be willing to work in an environment where individual initiative and accountability to the team are requiredExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skillsAbility to multitask and prioritize projects effectivelySolutions-oriented, with excellent organizational skills

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA’s ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates IQVIA and its employees meet specific requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination status.https://jobs.iqvia.com/covid-19-vaccine-status

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $113,900.00 - $189,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.