Associate Medical Director (Promotional Medical Education)
Remote · USD 100,000-125,000 · 3+ years experience · Remote · Posted Oct 1, 2026
At a glance
- Experience
- 3+ years experience
- Workplace
- Remote
- Location
- Remote
- Salary
- USD 100,000-125,000
About the role
- The Associate Medical Director leads the development of high-impact scientific content for promotional medical education within a medical communications team.
- This role involves leveraging scientific expertise to drive deliverables across therapeutic areas while partnering with cross-functional teams and clients.
Responsibilities
- Oversee a team of medical writers, providing leadership, mentorship, and support for professional growth.
- Review and revise medical content to ensure scientific accuracy and alignment with client strategies.
- Counsel clients on medical strategies and the design of medical communication tactics.
- Serve as the primary medical point of contact for clients on projects and deliverables.
- Ensure all deliverables meet standards for scientific accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
- Partner with account and project leads to manage project scopes, budgets, and resourcing.
- Contribute to business growth by supporting new business proposals and client pitches.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in healthcare communications within an agency.
- Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related discipline.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for crafting scientific narratives.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines across diverse accounts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
- Familiarity with online proofing platforms such as Workfront Proof or Ziflow.
- Proficiency with AI tools for research and content development.
- Ability to work eastern US hours.
Preferred qualifications
- PhD, MD, or PharmD degree
Benefits
- Private medical, dental, and vision plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
- Mental wellness coaching and support
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Free office snacks
Workplace
- Hybrid role based in US offices (NYC, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Carmel, Lambertville) or remote within the US.
- Remote applicants in Canada are accepted.
- Employees within a one-hour commute of an office are required to attend in-person two days per week.
- Employees in regions without a nearby office may work remotely with periodic travel for collaboration.
Skills
- Medical Writing
- Scientific Storytelling
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Acrobat
- Workfront Proof
- Ziflow
- Veeva Vault
- AI Tools
