Senior Scientific Director

Nucleus

. Manage the scientific team delivering a full range of strategic Medical Affairs projects .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $1 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Medical Affairs, particularly in the cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM) space, with a strong focus on strategic client engagement and scientific leadership. Proven ability to manage teams and deliver high-quality medical content while fostering innovation and collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Affairs ExpertiseCardio-Renal-Metabolic KnowledgeScientific LeadershipUS Launch ExperienceTeam Management

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Hard Skills

Medical CommunicationsStrategic PlanningClient EngagementBusiness DevelopmentTherapeutic Area ExpertiseDrug Development KnowledgeMarket AnalysisAdvisory Board FacilitationWorkshop LeadershipCRM Articulation

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationCollaborationInnovationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

PhDPharmDMD

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsCardio-Renal-MetabolicGlobal ExperienceClient StrategyMarketplace Needs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the scientific team delivering a full range of strategic Medical Affairs projects
Lead and manage accounts to ensure high-quality, accurate medical/scientific content
Expand management responsibilities as the team grows
Develop and grow Medical Affairs work
Plan, lead, and facilitate strategic client engagements, including advisory boards, strategic planning sessions, workshops, and other high-value scientific and Medical Affairs initiatives
Identify and develop strategic and tactical business recommendations based on client strategy and marketplace needs
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to clients using scientific, therapeutic area, drug development, and market expertise
Identify client needs, anticipate challenges, and develop recommendations addressing client and marketplace priorities
Articulate scientific and therapeutic information in CRM
Foster innovation and collaboration across Nucleus to position the agency as a leader in Medical Affairs work
Partner with VPs of scientific and client services and the managing director in business development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong work experience in the Medical Affairs space with a focus on cardio-renal-metabolic (CRM)
PhD, PharmD, or MD with 10+ years of relevant medical communications experience
In-depth understanding of Medical Affairs work in the CRM space
Track record of successful scientific leadership across several clients/therapeutic categories
US launch experience required
Global experience is a plus
Some travel required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing staff/direct reports, potentially across multiple locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive package
Friendly and informal working environment
Excellent opportunities for career and personal development
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(K)
Vacation time
Holiday time
Sick time
Flexible benefits
Personal support
Tailored learning and development opportunities