Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
SENIOR MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Medical
Reports to: Chief Medical Officer
Job Summary
The Senior Medical Director is a is a core member of the medical team at VitaminMD, responsible for providing strategic and scientific direction across a portfolio of brands. This individual will oversee medical strategy, support business growth initiatives, and guide the team in delivering scientifically accurate and strategically aligned communications. The Senior Medical Director acts as a thought leader, building deep expertise in therapeutic areas, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring the highest standards of scientific integrity in all work.
This role also requires collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and fostering strong client relationships, aligning with Calcium+Company’s core values of commitment, integrity, and respect.
Key Job Responsibilities(Duties may include, but are not limited to all or some of the following)
Provide scientific and strategic leadership across multiple accounts, aligning with brand goals and client objectives
Drive the development of medical strategies and contribute to the overall brand planning process in collaboration with Brand Strategy and Engagement teams
Oversee and validate the clinical and medical relevance of deliverables to ensure they are scientifically accurate and impactful
Serve as a key medical point of contact for clients, fostering trust and credibility through expertise and communication
Present educational and strategic content during client and new business presentations to diverse audiences
Support new business initiatives by contributing to pitch preparation and client proposals
Mentor and guide junior medical team members, including Scientific Associates and Associate Medical Directors, to foster professional growth
Ensure the quality and timeliness of work delivered by the team, adhering to agency and client standards
Onboard new team members to brand-specific knowledge and agency processes
Perform in-depth research to build a comprehensive understanding of therapeutic areas, including safety data, mechanisms of action, and treatment paradigms
Contribute to the development of educational materials and ensure alignment with client strategies
Stay updated on emerging clinical data, industry trends, and guidelines to inform team strategies
Collaborate with internal departments, including Account, Strategy, Project Management, and Creative, to integrate medical insights into deliverables
Partner with external stakeholders to enhance the relevance and value of the agency’s scientific offerings
Identify opportunities to innovate and improve processes within the medical department
Job Qualifications(Skills/Requirements)
MD, PharmD, or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline preferred
7+ years of experience in medical advertising, communications, or education, including leadership roles
Strong working knowledge of clinical research principles and familiarity with platforms like PubMed and ClinicalTrials.gov
Experience in publication writing, including primary manuscripts, reviews, abstracts and poster development, as well as publication planning
Proven ability to interpret clinical data and provide strategic insights to multidisciplinary teams
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Keynote, and research databases
Demonstrated success in managing teams and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility and commitment to exceeding expectations for the team, agency, and clients Goes above and beyond the job description and has the willingness to be flexible for the team, agency, and ultimately the work
For U.S. Job Seekers, it is the policy of Ca+Co to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.