The Lockwood Group, LLC

Senior Associate Scientific Director - Publications

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Devices, Medical CommunicationsIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Salary: Not specified

Lockwood collaborates with clients in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries to identify effective, holistic, science-based strategies to address their objectives through medical communications. Our clients count on us to challenge their assumptions and help them creatively navigate around obstacles. From strategy through execution, we focus on accuracy, transparency, and scientific value to create programs that are evidence-based, clinically relevant, and contribute to the development of our clients’ brands. Over a third of our staff hold advanced scientific or medical degrees, and most work from where they live. Because our flexible structure provides better work-life balance, we attract the best talent, facilitate their best work, and as a result, are more responsive to our clients, wherever and whenever they do business.

Summary

The Senior Associate Scientific Director is responsible for developing high-quality, medically accurate content for assigned projects under the supervision of a Senior Scientific Director.

Responsibilities

  • Working with the Senior Scientific Director to create scientific content that supports the achievement of brand goals.
  • Engaging with KOLs/HCPs.
  • Managing resources and timelines for assigned projects.
  • Partnering with client services to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Conducting background research.
  • Data-checking.
  • Reference annotation.
  • Other content-related tasks.

Requirements

  • Education: An advanced degree in science (e.g., PhD, PharmD, or MD) is required. CMPP preferred.
  • Experience: 4 or more years of relevant job experience with medical publications, including:
    • Manuscripts
    • Posters
    • Abstracts
    • Podium presentations
    • Scientific platforms
    • Publication extenders

Professional Skills and Requirements

  • Demonstrated organizational skills.
  • Analytical skills.
  • Interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data.
  • Ability to multitask.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to manage projects within tight deadlines with limited direction.
  • Experience with established professional medical editorial processes (e.g., AMA style).
  • Working knowledge of ethical guidelines (e.g., ICMJE, GPP2022).
  • Experience with oncology, hematology, cardiovascular medicine, and/or respiratory medicine is a plus.

Skills

Medical Publications
Manuscripts
Posters
Abstracts
Podium Presentations
Scientific Platforms
Reference Annotation
Data-Checking
Background Research
Scientific Content Development
Client Collaboration
Project Management

The Lockwood Group, LLC

Healthcare consulting for drug development support

About The Lockwood Group, LLC

The Lockwood Group provides consulting services specifically for the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, focusing on clients in the later stages of drug development, particularly after Phase 2 clinical trials. The company assists pharmaceutical and biotech firms by creating strategic publication plans that communicate scientific data and research findings accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards. They also support clients during the prelaunch phase of their products by identifying market needs and collaborating through the launch process to ensure success. A unique aspect of The Lockwood Group is its medical animation affiliate, Random42, which produces engaging and scientifically accurate visual content to help convey complex information. Their business model is based on service fees for consulting and project work, with a commitment to delivering high-quality communications and strategic support to help clients thrive in the competitive healthcare landscape.

Stamford, ConnecticutHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consulting, HealthcareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Emerging firms using AI-driven content creation threaten market share.
Pharmaceutical companies developing in-house teams may reduce demand for external services.
Tightening EU regulatory standards could increase compliance costs.

Differentiation

Specializes in healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, focusing on advanced drug development stages.
Offers strategic publication plans tailored to specific audiences and regulatory standards.
Provides commercial support during prelaunch, launch, and post-launch phases.

Upsides

Increased demand for digital health solutions boosts growth in medical communications.
Rise of personalized medicine creates opportunities for specialized communication strategies.
Integration of AI enhances publication strategies and data analysis capabilities.

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