VP, Scientific Director

Omnicom Health•Stamford, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Omnicom Health is the global healthcare communications partner that accelerates the impact of medical science for pharma and biotech clients. We boldly define the healthcare communications landscape at the convergence of people, purpose, science and technology, driving the impact that pharma needs to realize the promise of innovative medicines. We’ve created a unique model of four disciplines - Commercial & Marketing, Medical Affairs, Publications and Regulatory – that enables hyperconnected, audience-centric engagement that delivers for our clients. Our Purpose Scientific discovery moves humanity forward, creating better ways to connect, to care, to live. The innovations our clients create not only improve, but save lives, and we work every day to maximize that impact. Our industry knowledge and foresight is matched with relentless execution, and we partner with clients to ensure that their story connects with the right audience when it matters most. Together, we move medicine closer to patients and accelerate the impact of science. We are seeking a Vice President to join our Medical & Scientific Services team and lead the development, execution and delivery of multiple medical communication projects. The VP will develop and strengthen new and existing client relationships with regular communication and contact, including regular on site visits, to ensure that the scientific needs of the account are being met with strategic focus, scientific rigor and accuracy, and clinical relevance. The VP is also responsible for the supervision and development of scientists from Associate to Director levels.

Requirements

An advanced scientific degree (PhD, MD, PharmD) with 7+ years of experience in a Medical Communications agency setting
Strong therapeutic category knowledge and experience, especially (cite one or more categories)
Strong history of establishing and growing pharmaceutical client relationships
Demonstrated ability to interpret data and provide strategic/scientific direction to clients
Strong organizational, problem solving, and project management skills with significant expertise overseeing a wide range of complex projects within a large team structure
Strong self-motivation and enthusiasm with demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly detail-oriented environment
Strong experience managing, mentoring, and motivating scientists and teams
In depth knowledge of pharmaceutical standards, compliance, and regulations
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, including strong proficiency in related technologies (Microsoft applications, Internet research platforms, etc)
Ability and willingness to travel as needed (provide expected travel frequency if appropriate)

Responsibilities

Lead multi-channel, multi-brand accounts and clients, demonstrating strong business acumen and informed decision making to achieve pull through on initiatives
Oversee content development and supervise scientific team members
Contribute to scope creation and provide feedback on scientific components of budget development
Collaborate with Client Services on forecasting and resource planning
Ensure scientific teams are staffed appropriately
Serve as scientific lead on multiple accounts, providing strategic direction and demonstrating consistent leadership and management
Demonstrate deep understanding of assigned therapeutic categories and strategic needs of associated stakeholders
Proven ability to develop a rigorous strategic plan that will achieve the clients’ goals
Build, manage and grow strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for innovation, especially through digital channels
Moderate and facilitate effective, productive client discussions as the senior on-site agency representative
Represent agency positively to clients, employment candidates and other critical stakeholders
Work with Client Services partner to plan for team organization and project execution in line with timelines and budget
Provide routine, proactive feedback on client satisfaction, including suggestions for improvement to Senior Management.
Lead Scientific Services departmental initiatives designed to foster creativity and innovation
Demonstrate effective and efficient time and project-management and financial skills across multiple accounts and various business needs
Proactively manage Scientific Services team and individual performance, including training and development of junior scientists
Leverage understanding of agency capabilities and business/industry environments to target and act on new business opportunities
Lead business development initiatives