Scientific Director – Oncology

Lumanity

. Serve as a leader in and provide strategic insight to the Medical and Scientific Services department .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Medical Writing and Oncology, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, accurate content while leading a team and managing client relationships. Holds a PhD, PharmD, or MD, with a strong focus on strategic insight and project management within the pharmaceutical industry.

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Medical WritingOncology ExpertiseProject ManagementTeam LeadershipCMPP Certification

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Hard Skills

Medical WritingTechnical AccuracyQuality AssuranceContent DevelopmentProject Oversight

Soft Skills

Strategic InsightClient PartnershipTeam Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

CMPP

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsPharmaceuticalPublicationsOncology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a leader in and provide strategic insight to the Medical and Scientific Services department
Oversee the development of technically accurate and high-quality deliverables for Publications/Medical Affairs accounts
Serve as a strategic partner to clients
Ensure projects and deliverables are on time and within budget
Direct the editorial component of projects
Lead a team of medical writers
Ensure the accuracy, quality, and content of all written material

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD, PharmD, or MD required
Significant experience in Oncology is essential
Minimum of 5+ years’ medical writing experience in an agency or pharmaceutical company setting
CMPP preferred, but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
401(k) plan with employer match
Generous amount of paid time off annually
10 paid holidays
Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
Employee Assistance Program
Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage