Associate Medical Director (Medical Education)

Company: VML
Location: Stamford
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Who We Are VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendys. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55 markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney. About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. About VML Health: VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non-health expertise. At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course. Our purpose is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’. VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live. Get to the heart. Connect for life. International Meetings and Science (IMsci), a division of VML Health, works with companies to build world-class healthcare and pharmaceutical brands among medical professionals and consumers, with a transmedia storytelling approach that covers medical education strategies. What were looking for: IMsci is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Medical Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background, marketing savvy, and excellent communication skills. We are looking for a leader who is passionate about medical education and communication, with a proven ability to manage multiple teams and client accounts. A deep understanding of scientific principles and the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging messages are essential for this role. What Youll Do: Champion brands by maximizing scientific data to meet strategic imperatives, positioning, and long-term vision. Develop and oversee projects requiring a high degree of scientific and technical expertise. Ensure client satisfaction, scientific rigor, accuracy, and strategic excellence in all projects. Interpret and distill complex medical information from journal articles and clinical study reports. Write, edit, and rewrite medical content, ensuring scientific accuracy and marketing relevance. Collaborate with account services and editorial teams to develop impactful materials. Coach, manage, and mentor junior science staff. Manage and adhere to internal processes, providing guidance and recommendations. Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders. Participate in new business opportunities. Liaise with clients, fulfill requests, and participate in client meetings and teleconferences. Develop and maintain strong client relationships at all levels. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the therapeutic market and share relevant insights. Participate in the development of creative and innovative programs grounded in science. Ensure high-quality agency output, rejecting materials that dont meet standards. Manage and direct freelance writers as needed. Who You Are: A strong leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Passionate about medical education and communication. Scientifically minded with a deep understanding of medical and marketing principles. A collaborative team player who fosters a positive and inclusive work environment. Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills. A proactive problem-solver who exercises sound judgment. What Youll Need: Advanced degree in biomedical sciences (MD, PhD, or Pharm D). 4 years of experience at a medical communications agency. Experience in multiple therapeutic areas. Experience managing multiple teams and client accounts. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, internet search, and PubMed. What We Offer: Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work. Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery. Competitive benefits | What we offer full-time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness. Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally. The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package $75,000—$180,000 USD We believe the best work happens when were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. Thats why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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