Senior Scientific Director – Publications, Heme-Onc

Lockwood

. Plan, develop, and oversee scientific content for assigned accounts across various therapeutic areas and target audiences .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeStamford • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific content development and medical communication, with a strong ability to analyze scientific data and manage multiple projects effectively. Proficient in adhering to professional medical editorial processes and ethical guidelines within the Heme/Oncology domain.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree In Science5+ Years Of Experience In Medical PublicationsCMPP CertificationExperience With Heme/OncologyKnowledge Of AMA Style

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentScientific Data AnalysisProject ManagementBackground ResearchData-CheckingReference Annotation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationMultitaskingAbility To Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

CMPP

Industry Keywords

Medical PublicationsScientific PlatformsPublication ExtendersEthical GuidelinesICMJEGPP2022

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, develop, and oversee scientific content for assigned accounts across various therapeutic areas and target audiences
Work with the Group Scientific Director to provide strategic medical communication recommendations supporting brand goals
Independently lead content development activities
Supervise Associate Scientific Directors
Liaise with in-house and freelance staff
Manage writing and other content-related tasks, including background research, data-checking, and reference annotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in science (PhD, PharmD, or MD) required
CMPP preferred
5 or more years of relevant job experience with medical publications, including manuscripts, posters, abstracts, podium presentations, scientific platforms, and publication extenders
Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data
Ability to multitask, work independently, and manage projects within tight deadlines
Experience with established professional medical editorial processes, including AMA style
Working knowledge of ethical guidelines, including ICMJE and GPP2022
Experience with Heme/Oncology required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work option from home
Flexible structure providing better work-life balance