Associate Director, Scientific Communications

Canopy Life Sciences is a well-respected vendor & partner in the life sciences industry, assisting pharmaceutical and life sciences clients in various functional areas of expertise. Our culture is one of empowerment. Everyone has a voice and plays a role in the success of the business and a role in developing our values & behaviors. We recruit, train, and develop people to ensure the very best for our client partners.

Associate Director, Scientific Communications

Overview

A leading biopharmaceutical organization focused on neuroscience is seeking an Associate Director, Scientific Communications to support the development and execution of scientific and medical materials across late-stage and pipeline programs. This role is integral to Medical Affairs, driving the creation of high-quality, compliant, and strategically aligned communications for healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders.

Position Summary

The Associate Director will lead the development of field medical and congress-related materials, translating complex scientific data into clear, compelling narratives. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scientific accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with broader medical and commercial strategies.

This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong scientific expertise, communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute field medical materials and congress deliverables aligned with therapeutic area strategies
• Translate complex clinical and scientific data into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Medical Affairs, Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial) to ensure alignment and compliance
• Lead Medical–Legal–Regulatory (MLR) review processes for scientific materials
• Ensure audit readiness through proper documentation, taxonomy, and workflow adherence
• Analyze engagement metrics to optimize scientific communications strategies
• Manage external vendors and agency partners to deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget
• Support preparation for scientific congresses, workshops, and key external engagements
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and external experts
• Contribute to strategic planning and Medical Affairs initiatives
• Serve as a subject matter expert in scientific communications

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in a scientific or healthcare-related field
• 5+ years of experience in scientific communications within biotech/pharma or a medical communications agency
• Proven experience developing scientific materials for healthcare professional engagement and congress presentations
• Strong understanding of MLR processes and compliance frameworks
• Experience with content management systems (e.g., Veeva Vault) preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage vendors and cross-functional projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-complexity environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build trust

Compensation - $170,000 - $215,000 (Depending on Experience)