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Senior Scientific Manager / Senior Scientific Director – Medical Communications

5-7 years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 6, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: M.Sc./ M.Pharm/nLife Sciences/ phd Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Senior Scientific Manager / Senior Scientific Director – Medical Communications
Location: US-Remote (Preferably NE US)
Company: ICON plc

Role Overview

This senior leadership role involves managing and executing high-quality medical publications and communications projects while fostering team collaboration and client relationships. The position requires adaptability, innovative thinking, and in-depth knowledge of therapeutic areas, product development, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Content Oversight (50%):

    • Ensure client satisfaction with high-quality scientific deliverables.
    • Provide strategic insights, product expertise, and proactive contributions.
    • Review and maintain content accuracy, scientific rigor, and alignment with objectives.
  • Team Management & Mentoring (25%):

    • Guide scientific staff, manage project timelines, and ensure resource availability.
    • Oversee high-quality standards, solve inefficiencies, and enhance team performance.
  • Client & Strategic Support (25%):

    • Act as a strategic bridge between product development and deliverables.
    • Build and maintain relationships with authors, experts, and clients.
    • Identify new business opportunities and support client growth.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Advanced degree (PhD preferred).
  • 5–7 years of high-level medical content development and management experience.
  • CMPP™/MAPPS Certification preferred.
  • Proven client management, leadership, and mentoring skills.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard resources (e.g., PubMed, clinicaltrials.gov).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and retirement plans.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Flexible leave policies and wellness programs.
  • Global Employee Assistance Programme and life assurance.
  • Country-specific optional benefits (e.g., gym memberships, travel subsidies).

At ICON: Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are integral to our culture. ICON is committed to providing an accessible, discrimination-free workplace for all candidates.

Interested in this role? Apply now, even if you don't meet all the requirements—you could still be a perfect fit!

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