WebMD
Job title:
Medical Sciences Director
Company
WebMD
Job description
DescriptionPosition at WebMDMedscape, a division of WebMD, develops and hosts physician portals and related mobile applications that make it easier for physicians and healthcare professionals to access clinical reference sources, stay abreast of the latest clinical information, learn about new treatment options, earn continuing medical education credits and communicate with peers.Medscape Medical Affairs, a division of WebMD, develops and hosts content that supports physicians’ and healthcare professionals’ ability to access clinical reference sources, stay abreast of the latest clinical information, learn about new treatment options, and engage with peers.POSITION TITLE & SUMMARY: MEDICAL SCIENCE DIRECTOR – HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGYThe Medical Science Director (MSD) will serve as the Content Lead in the planning and execution of Medscape Medical Affairs programs. Blending an eye for details with a broader vision for results-driven education, the MSD will provide hands-on medical writing and overall content leadership for all designated projects.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:MEDICAL WRITING:Develop live/digital/hybrid medical content for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers that is to the highest-quality and designed to close specified healthcare gapsDevelop PowerPoint presentations for multimedia programsDevelop copy for text-based programs and other deliverablesPerform fact-checking as needed of your own and internal team members’ contentIncorporate revisions based on input from cross-functional internal and external teamsWrite assessment/survey/polling questions aligned with project goalsComplete projects within established budgets and timelinesCONTENT LEADERSHIP:Serve as a clinical consultant to internal teams and clients to design and execute programs that are clinically appropriate, instructionally-sound, and adherent to industry regulationsEffectively engage with clients to identify program goals and establish measurable indicators for success; ensure that program materials are aligned with program goalsMaintain up-to-date knowledge of important clinical issues within the therapeutic areas of interest; remain current with relevant literature; clinical practice guidelines; approved therapeutic drugs, regimens, and devices; and therapeutic pipelinesQuickly acquire up-to-date knowledge in new oncology- and hematology-related diseases, as neededDevelop and maintain professional relationships with key opinion leaders and experts in the specified therapeutic areaRecruit and engage with qualified faculty for assigned projects to deliver current, accurate, and compelling contentAnalyze program data/outcomes to develop compelling insights and presentationsTEAM COLLABORATION:Collaborate with immediate and cross-functional project team members to deliver Medical Affairs programs of the highest standardsPartner with Design Team members in the development project-related visual identity and graphics for projects as well as graphics forEngage with Sales and Strategy colleagues to provide recommendations for future programsSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in developing digital, live, in-person, and hybrid medical education programs for HCPsMinimum 2-3 years’ experience as a medical writer/content developer at a medical education/communications agency or at a pharmaceutical companyPreference given to individuals with prior Medical Affairs experienceDeep expertise in solid and/or liquid tumors and biomarkersHighly proficient in written English and verbal communication skills; additional languages a plusHighly proficient with Microsoft Office suite – particularly PowerPoint – with excellent editorial skills (writing and editing)An advanced degree in a medical or science-related specialty (MD, PharmD, RN, NP, PA, PhD) is preferred; a Bachelor of Science degree (life sciences, public health, or clinical sciences) with several years’ relevant work experience requiredESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:Excellent computer skills that include working remotely on shared networks and cloud-based systems (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive, Workfront, and others)Proficiency with web-based data and document sharing sites and authoring tools (Box, Read Cube, EndNote, Tableau) a plusComfortable in a highly deadline-driven environment; able to pivot quickly between tasks and adapt to rapidly shifting prioritiesSelf-motivated and capable of working independentlyPossessing strong problem-solving and time-management skills; capable of addressing unforeseen issues to ensure that project goals and timelines are consistently metHigh degree of professionalism and comfortable building collaborative work relationships with both internal and external stakeholdersWillingness to travel; estimated up to 25% (during peak times) for program delivery and training opportunities
Expected salary
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Thu, 23 May 2024 23:05:44 GMT
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