VML

Associate Medical Director

VML$75K — $180K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD)
  • 1-2 years of experience in an agency or pharmaceutical setting
  • Strong scientific writing skills
  • Excellent presentation abilities
  • Demonstrated project management capabilities
  • Expertise in literature research
  • Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn new therapeutic areas

Responsibilities

  • Develop strategic and scientifically accurate materials
  • Write and review medical communications content
  • Conduct literature searches and analyze data
  • Manage submission processes for medical/legal/regulatory review
  • Collaborate with account teams on project execution
  • Build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs)
  • Support client meetings and presentations

Benefits

  • Cultivated culture promoting inclusivity and positivity
  • Comprehensive health coverage options including medical, dental, and vision
  • Generous 401k match (100% match up to 5% salary contribution)
  • Variety of paid time off reflecting investment in employee wellness
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth through ongoing training
Full Job Description
What we're looking for:

We're seeking an Associate Medical Director to provide strategic insight and medical direction across client projects. This role requires someone who can translate complex science into compelling medical education materials while maintaining scientific accuracy. The ideal candidate will combine scientific expertise with creative thinking to deliver effective solutions for our clients.

What you'll do:
  • Develop strategic and scientifically accurate materials
  • Write and review medical communications content
  • Conduct literature searches and data analysis
  • Manage submission processes for medical/legal/regulatory review
  • Partner with account teams on project execution
  • Build relationships with KOLs
  • Support client meetings and presentations
  • Guide scientific associates and junior team members
  • Ensure quality control of deliverables
  • Maintain reference databases and secure permissions
  • Contribute to strategic planning
  • Collaborate across departments
  • Support new business initiatives

Who you are:
  • Scientific expert with strategic mindset
  • Emerging leader and mentor
  • Detail-oriented professional
  • Creative thinker
  • Team player
  • Client service oriented
  • Process driven

What you'll need:
  • Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD)
  • 1-2 years agency or pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Strong scientific writing capabilities
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Project management abilities
  • Literature research expertise
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to learn new therapeutic areas
  • Technical proficiency in relevant software
  • Understanding of medical education landscape

What we offer:
  • Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
  • Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
  • Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
  • Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.

$75,000-$180,000 USD

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

About VML

VML is a global marketing and advertising agency. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. VML provides a wide range of services including brand strategy, creative design, social media, and e-commerce. The company has worked with several high-profile clients including Ford, PepsiCo, and Wendy's. VML has won numerous awards for its innovative marketing campaigns and has been recognized as one of the top advertising agencies in the world.
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