Job Description

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IQVIA(TM) is The Human Data Science Company(TM), focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, Technology, analytics and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward.
IQVIA(TM) Medical Communications (IMC) is seeking an Associate Scientific Director to ideate and lead the development of a range of medical and scientific communication solutions (including, but not limited to scientific platforms, medical plans, publication plans, advisory boards, and steering committees), while helping to grow our business.
Who We Are
IQVIA(TM) is a global leader in bringing together data, technology, advanced analytics, and human science expertise to help the healthcare industry make better decisions, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Thanks to our unique position within IQVIA(TM), the Medical Communications division provides offerings that extend well beyond those of a traditional agency to support this mission.
Our tightly knit team includes practice area leads, strategists, project and event managers, operations specialists, plus content and design professionals. Together, we create fit-for-purpose communication strategies and deliverables across the full product lifecycle from clinical development through approval and post-launch. Incorporating the latest research in adult learning and behavioral science enables us to effectively engage diverse audiences to effect change.
We are a highly collaborative and intellectually curious group of people located in 12 countries across 4 continents. We are continually pushing each other to improve our solutions, drawing on our unique blend of backgrounds and experience.
Key Responsibilities
You will lead the development of a range of medical and scientific communication solutions, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and impact across various therapeutic areas in support of client objectives through the following activities:

• Act as Scientific Lead for the development and delivery of a range of programs and projects from business development through to profitable program execution.
• Independently (or with oversight on atypical projects) create forward-thinking, high-quality communications strategies for multi-faceted programs, using understanding of therapy area, market, and client objectives.
• Lead meetings with relevant stakeholders, presenting scientific/clinical concepts and facilitating discussions as required.
• Independently coordinate and ensure consistent production of high-quality deliverables according to the needs and objectives of the client, intended audience, and delivery modality, while meeting compliance, deadline, and scope requirements.
• Design, develop, and review deliverables to improve them in scope.
• Coach and mentor team members; assist in training.
• Provide scientific counsel, expertise, and strategic advice as a subject matter expert across a range of communications deliverables.
• Grow the business with existing and new clients:
• Act as content lead in the development and delivery of new business proposals and RFIs/RFPs.
• Lead on project specifications and cost estimates, working closely with business development and project teams.
• Identify new solutions and services.
• Elevate our profile as a best-in-class reputable brand of IQVIA in part by participating in relevant industry forums, contributing to thought leadership and marketing articles, and establishing a reputation and network within the wider industry.
• Participate in the operational management of assigned communications activities and work closely with senior colleagues to achieve business targets.
• Contribute to, or oversee, the development and implementation of department standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality measures, and working practices to meet industry standards, client expectations and targets.
• Travel to local or international face-to-face client meetings, congresses, or other meeting types, if needed (up to 10% of contracted hours per year).

Qualifications - Our ideal candidate will have:
Advanced degree in medical or scientific discipline (MD, PharmD, PhD preferred) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Extensive (6+ years) prior experience in medical and scientific communications including review/QC responsibilities, proposal/business development, and scientific direction in a variety of therapeutic areas, preferably within an agency environment.
• Native English speaker or bilingual/proficient level of academic English.
• Exemplary writing and content development skills in PowerPoint and Word, to a standard appropriate for mentoring junior staff and providing QC sign-off.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills with proven ability to build and maintain effective work and client relationships.
• Proven mentorship, project leadership, and business development skills.
• Full understanding of current industry code of practice guidelines and their implications.
• Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry and ability to effectively drive strategy.
• Strategic ability, deep therapeutic expertise, and creative ability to serve as scientific lead for a range of medical and scientific communication solutions.

We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach but also the right people. Regardless of your role, we invite you to reimagine healthcare with us. You will have the opportunity to play an important part in helping our clients drive healthcare forward and
Whatever your career goals, we are here to ensure you get there!
We invite you to join IQVIA(TM).
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

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