Account Director - Global Medical Affairs & Communication

Account Director - Medical Affairs and Communications

Base: $125,000-$150,000

Location: Remote with <20% Travel

A growing Life Science organization is looking to identify an Account Director, for Medical Affairs and Communication.

This position will serve as the strategic leader for their assigned accounts, responsible for driving strategic direction, operational excellence, and client satisfaction. Acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact, this role ensures seamless collaboration across internal teams and flawless execution of publication planning and medical affairs deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the key liaison between clients and internal teams, fostering strong relationships and trust.
• Drive strategic planning and execution across all account activities.
• Ensure operational excellence and adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Anticipate client needs, proactively address challenges, and deliver innovative solutions.
• Oversee and mentor high-performing teams, promoting collaboration and accountability.
• Maintain expert knowledge of industry guidelines and ensure compliance across deliverables.
• Assess scientific content at a cursory level to ensure accuracy and alignment.
• Demonstrate strong financial acumen, managing budgets and profitability.
• Support organic growth and contribute to new business development efforts.

Experience, Skills, And Qualifications:

• BA or BS in marketing, communications, biology, life sciences, or related field (candidates with CMPP certification is a plus)
• Minimum of 8 years of direct involvement with pharmaceutical marketing, publication planning, medical affairs, promotional medical education, business development in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, or senior management and account responsibility in a medical communications or marketing services company
• Proven business development results
• Experience developing and establishing new products and service offerings
• Highly successful relationship initiator and builder with a resilient personality that capitalizes on every opportunity presented
• Experience in publication and medical affairs management for pharmaceutical clients