At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead scientific projects, ensuring quality and compliance while guiding team members.
- Company: Join Omnicom Health, a global leader in medical communications and publications.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on diversity and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by shaping the journey of transformational medicines.
- Qualifications: Degree in science or 6+ years in medical communications; strong writing skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Omnicom Health Medical Communications is a global leader in publications, medical affairs, regulatory consultation, and AOR medical communications, shaping the journey from molecule to market for pharmaceutical and biotech clients. We support over 150 transformational medicines across pharma, biotech, and healthcare, from early‑stage discovery through commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multi‑writer projects, resourcing and reviewing scientific communications.
- Demonstrate high scientific and commercial knowledge to guide other team members.
- Oversee content across complex projects and therapy areas.
- Ensure scientific quality and compliance with internal processes and best practices.
- Produce client‑ready deliverables on schedule.
- Provide feedback on scientific components of budget development.
- Communicate important medical/regulatory milestones and link them to potential business opportunities.
- Submit time and expenses by deadlines using appropriate job codes.
Strategic Mindset
- Serve as scientific lead on assigned accounts, delivering strategic direction.
- Partner with client services teams in strategic planning and account management.
- Explain therapeutic and scientific concepts to colleagues, clients and external experts, adapting language as needed.
- Maintain an overview of the ‘big picture’ while managing details.
Business Development
- Participate in business development initiatives and collaborate with the BD team on proposals and pitches.
- Cross‑sell services to clients, understanding their business strategy.
- Identify opportunities for account growth and cross‑selling.
Collaboration and Building Relationships
- Establish and lead scientific relationships with clients, medical experts and third parties.
- Facilitate collaboration between Omnicom Health Med Comms, client teams and medical experts.
Building Effective Teams
- Share industry knowledge across teams and therapy areas.
- Guide decision‑making, writing style, content inclusion, and data interpretation.
- Oversee junior scientific staff, delegate responsibilities, and provide growth opportunities.
- Deliver constructive feedback and support peer learning.
- Provide line management and collaborate with HR on performance issues.
- Support team members' strategic development and professional growth.
- Take responsibility for the account team’s therapy area expertise.
- Deliver group presentations and coaching sessions.
- Seek continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- Perform tasks beyond the basic job description when business needs arise.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Degree in a relevant science subject or 6+ years writing in a medical communications agency or similar environment.
- Independent writing across various medical communications media.
- Previous line‑management experience.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
- Excellent command of written and verbal English.
Desirable
- Experience in a medical communications agency or industry.
- Interest in developing scientific expertise across therapy areas.
- Business development experience, including live pitches.
- Availability to travel as required.
Legal and Company Policy
Omnicom requires employees to work in the office at least three days a week, with a goal of increasing to five days over time. We are committed to hiring and developing inclusive teams, celebrating diversity and difference. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
Scientific Director in London employer: Omnicom Health Medical Communications
Omnicom Health Medical Communications is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to coaching opportunities and the chance to lead global submissions, all while working in a supportive environment that values regulatory excellence and best practices.
Contact Details:
Omnicom Health Medical Communications Recruitment Team
