Full-Time

Senior Scientific Director

Posted on 8/14/2024

BOLDSCIENCE

BOLDSCIENCE

51-200 employees

Medical communications for pharmaceutical clients

Biotechnology
Healthcare

Senior

United States

Category
Lab & Research
Life Sciences
Medical Research
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Advanced, doctoral level degree (PhD, MD, PharmD etc)
  • Several years experience within the medical communications industry
  • Experience in Oncology and/or Heme-Onc
  • Experience of leading high-performing teams and proven leadership and influencing skills in a commercial environment
  • Exceptional scientific writing skills with extensive experience writing across different therapeutic areas and for different target audience
  • In depth knowledge of pharmaceutical industry standards and compliance
Responsibilities
  • Manages a wide range of complex projects and demonstrates in depth knowledge across a variety of therapeutic areas
  • The Scientific Lead on designated account(s), overseeing the delivery of a range of high-quality medical communication materials including; Slide decks, Digital materials, Publications, Abstracts and posters and Meeting summaries
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients and relevant medical experts
  • Providing high-level scientific, editorial and strategic counsel to clients
  • Confidently leads scientific discussions in client meetings and engaging external experts in scientific and medical discussions
  • Lead the facilitation of client workshops and though leadership discussions with HCPs
  • Communicates and delegates briefs effectively, ensuring that the team deliverables are in line with the client’s strategic goals and objectives
  • Ensuring maintenance of high editorial standards through review of the scientific team content development
  • Working in partnership with the Client Services Lead to ensure client expectations are achieved and smooth project execution. This may include; strategic planning, timeline creation, account management and resource planning
  • Developing and maintaining expert knowledge in specific therapy areas
  • Keep updated on new developments and activities within the Med Comms environment
  • Provide regular communication on product updates, medical/ regulatory milestones, competitor landscape and the wider healthcare industry
  • Forward thinking approach, constantly looking ahead to provide clients with fresh thinking and ideas
  • Identify opportunities for new business within existing accounts and supporting new business initiatives
  • Provide direction and guidance on identified organic growth opportunities
  • Leads and develops strategic and scientific aspects of new business proposal documents and pitch strategy
  • Ensure accurate research and relevant tactics specific to the proposal
  • Bring in relevant business units and individuals across BOLDSCIENCE
  • Leading and managing the scientific services team to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget
  • Working with the Client Services lead on financial management including forecasting, budgets and resourcing to ensure all financials are accurate
  • Consistently meet billability targets and ensure the same from line reports and wider team members
  • Complete timesheets accurately on time and ensures the same from line reports and wider team members
  • Providing your account team and wider Scientific Services team with operational and scientific leadership
  • Being responsible for the recruitment, training and development of members of the scientific services team
  • Manages and inputs into the career development of direct reports closely reviewing goals and objectives
  • Line manages team members of varying levels, providing constructive and actionable feedback
  • Provide regular coaching, mentoring and feedback to the team to drive career development
  • Proactively manage the Scientific Services team and individual performance including training and development of junior writers
  • Forms excellent senior level relationships and is a trusted partner to the Business Unit Founder. Founder receives ongoing communication and is aware of key account activity

BOLDSCIENCE operates in the medical communications sector, focusing on helping pharmaceutical companies effectively communicate complex scientific information. The company creates communication programs that assist clients in conveying new scientific mechanisms, accelerating clinical trial recruitment, and developing strategies to differentiate their products. BOLDSCIENCE stands out by making intricate scientific concepts understandable and engaging, which is essential for pharmaceutical firms aiming to set new standards of care. Their business model includes providing high-quality, multi-channel communication strategies, such as compelling content creation, brand development, and initiating discussions within the medical community. The goal of BOLDSCIENCE is to help pharmaceutical companies address their communication challenges and extend the reach of their publications.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

null, New Jersey

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

98%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for patient-centric communication boosts BOLDSCIENCE's service relevance.
  • Digital storytelling trends enhance BOLDSCIENCE's ability to connect with audiences.
  • AI personalization in communication strategies increases messaging effectiveness for BOLDSCIENCE.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from larger agencies like Minds + Assembly may dilute BOLDSCIENCE's market share.
  • Post-acquisition integration challenges could disrupt operations and client relationships.
  • Resource diversion to BOLDADVOCACY may impact BOLDSCIENCE's core service quality.

What makes BOLDSCIENCE unique

  • BOLDSCIENCE excels in translating complex science into engaging stories for pharmaceutical clients.
  • The company offers integrated teams with industry experience for scalable communication solutions.
  • BOLDSCIENCE is part of CO LAB GLOBAL, enhancing its global medical communications reach.

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