Omnicom Health Medical Communications
About us
At Omnicom Health Medical Communications, we give science a story to tell. As a global leader in publications, medical affairs, regulatory consultation, and AOR medical communications, we boldly define the journey from molecule to market for pharmaceutical and biotech clients. Our agency is powered by the convergence of highly skilled people, a higher purpose, and the nexus of science and technology innovation.
We support 150+ transformational medicines across pharma, biotech, and healthcare. From early‑stage discovery through commercialization, Omnicom Health Medical Communications partners with the medical communications community across the lifecycle of their assets—supercharging their science to engage and reach healthcare professionals.
JOB SUMMARY
The role of the Associate Medical Director is to develop an in-depth understanding of the scientific and clinical aspects of assigned brands. With the support from more senior Medical Directors, the Associate Medical Director will leverage their scientific and/or clinical experience to support development of brand communications, collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout creative development, and help to ensure the scientific and medical accuracy of all relevant projects. To this end, Associate Medical Directors will also need to have a basic understanding of the key issues that their brands face. Additionally, they support/participate in new business pitches as needed and seek opportunities to continually develop strategic skill set.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Knowledge/Expertise
Develop depth of understanding for assigned products, related medical areas, and competitors on an ongoing basis
Strategic Skills/Tools
Gain more visibility with internal teams, clients, and HCPs to help meet strategic objectives of the brand
Client Relationships
Support the day-to-day client strategy and relationships for multiple accounts
Business Development
Support or lead, when appropriate, medical research and development efforts for new business pitches
JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Knowledge/Expertise
- Ensure that projects are technically accurate, audience appropriate, and meet stated objectives
- Research and develop outlines, and select references appropriate for a project
- Identify relevant congresses and provide support
- Acute attention to detail, with an emphasis on consistency and continuity
Strategic Skills/Tools
- Master ability to review content not just for accuracy and credibility but to determine if it is in line with product strategy
- Proactively monitor and identify relevant literature and provide point of view to internal team and clients as needed
- Demonstrate navigation mastery of key medical web tools (e.g., PubMed, clinicaltrials.gov, GlobalData, Up-To-Date)
- Carefully plans ahead to ensure tasks are undertaken and time is used efficiently
- Demonstrates attentiveness to detail and strong interest in the subject; possesses ability to express ideas clearly and accurately
- Participate in proprietary workshops
Client Relationships
- Establish rapport with clients by participating in medically relevant interactions
- Onboard new team members, including clients new to brand team, as needed
Business Development
- Develop new business medical backgrounders and provide research support
- Assist in Identifying the medical “hook” forthe pitch
- Contribute to the development of pitch materials
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Communication Skills
• Develop presentation skills; begin to clearly communicate medical concepts across multiple pieces of business in a condensed, audienceappropriate way to internal cross-functional teams
• Project confidence as an expert in your assigned brands/therapeutic categories
• Communicate resourcing, support, and career growth needs to your manager
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Adobe Acrobat
COMPETENCIES
Management and Leadership
- Look for opportunities to learn leadership skills above and beyond brand deliverables
Financial Accountability
- Learn to reasonably estimate the hours required for specific workflows
- Notify your account teams and/or manager when you are available to assist other teams or workflows
- Complete timesheets and submit expense reports accurately and on time
Teamwork/Collaboration
- Build constructive, open, and cooperative relationships with colleagues
- Work collaboratively with members of cross-functional teams to help develop and review strategic deliverables
- Adhere to the roles and responsibilities of each cross-functional team member (e.g., strategic planning, digital, creative) in order to ensure efficient workflow management
- Actively participate in and contribute to team discussions and planning sessions
- Efficiently manage assigned client workflows to ensure team deadlines are met
- Demonstrate willingness to work beyond basic responsibilities to assist your teams