JUMP TO CONTENT

Scientific Manager/Scientific Director Medical Communications

JR064156

About the role

This vacancy has now expired. Please click here to view live vacancies.

Scientific Manager

At ICON, it's our people that set us apart.

As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business. But that doesn't mean you can't have fun while you do it. With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry. Are you one of them?

We are looking for passionate, resilient, and inspiring individuals to join our team. As the Scientific Manager/Scientific Director (SD) you are responsible for being the clinical lead on one or more product accounts and will have management responsibilities for one or more medical writers and/or associate SD staff member working directly on the same products/accounts as the SD. The SD is delegated the responsibility and authority for content quality oversight of the product team and is responsible for reviewing all project- or client related content for message accuracy and consistency. The SD will work closely with other members of the product team to develop and maintain strong client relationships and have an active role in the management of the team and its support of client-related work and interactions. The SD is responsible for providing leadership within that product team and for providing strategic input within the team. Travel to professional meetings, client locations, and other project-related travel is required.

What you need

  • A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or local equivalent, advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum of 3-6 years of writing and editing experience as a Sr Medical Writer
  • Prior experience in a communications agency
  • Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and multi task
  • Strong computer skills, sound knowledge of MS Office Suite and Adobe

Why join us?

Ongoing development is vital to us, and as the Scientific Manager/Director you will have the opportunity to progress your career, with the potential to move into other related areas to enhance your skill set. Our benefits package is competitive, our scope is international and we genuinely care about our people and their success.

List #1

Day in the life

Two medics at ICON clinical research clinic
The Strategic Role of Site Selection and Activation in Clinical Trials

Teaser label

Industry

Content type

Blogs

Publish date

07/07/2025

Summary

Precision at the Outset: The Strategic Role of Site Selection and Activation in Clinical Trials The success of any clinical trial begins well before the first patient is enrolled. Behind every sit

Teaser label

Explore the critical role of site selection and activation in clinical trials.

Read more
3 x Digital padlocks
The Role of Cybersecurity in Clinical Data Management

Teaser label

Industry

Content type

Blogs

Publish date

07/04/2025

Summary

Cybersecurity in Clinical Data Management In clinical research, data is both a vital asset and a significant responsibility. As trials become increasingly digitised and decentralised, the protectio

Teaser label

Learn about the critical role cybersecurity plays in an increasingly digital research environment.

Read more
Stethoscope on paper
Specialisations in Clinical Research: Finding Your Niche

Teaser label

Industry

Content type

Blogs

Publish date

07/03/2025

Summary

Finding the Specialisation for You Clinical research is a dynamic, multidisciplinary field that brings together scientific innovation, operational rigour and patient-centric thinking. While many

Teaser label

Explore the diverse specialisations in clinical research, from clinical operations to data management, regulatory affairs, and beyond.

Read more
View all

Similar jobs at ICON

Global Clinical Project Manager, Early Hematology

Salary

Location

Spain, Poland

Department

Clinical Trial Management

Location

Poland

Spain

Remote Working

Home-Based

Business Area

ICON Strategic Solutions

Job Categories

Clinical Trial Management

Job Type

Permanent

Description

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Global Clinical Project Manager within the Early Hematology team to join a successful sponsor dedicated program. We are looking for a G

Reference

2025-120790

Expiry date

01/01/0001

Tanzina Guerni Read more Shortlist Save this role
ICSR Management Liaison Manager

Salary

Location

Poland

Department

Regulatory, Drug Safety/ Quality Assurance & Other roles

Location

Poland

Business Area

ICON Strategic Solutions

Job Categories

Other

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Are you ready to lead with impact in Pharmacovigilance? Join us as a ICSR Management Liaison Manager fully dedicated to one global pharmaceutical sponsor, and play a key role in ensuring data integrit

Reference

2025-120563

Expiry date

01/01/0001

Michal Czyrek

Author

Michal Czyrek
Read more Shortlist Save this role
Manager Medical Assurance

Salary

Location

Poland

Department

Regulatory, Drug Safety/ Quality Assurance & Other roles

Location

Poland

Business Area

ICON Strategic Solutions

Job Categories

Other

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Are you ready to lead with impact in Pharmacovigilance? Join us as a Manager Medical Assurance , fully dedicated to one global pharmaceutical sponsor, and play a key role in ensuring data integrity an

Reference

2025-120561

Expiry date

01/01/0001

Michal Czyrek

Author

Michal Czyrek
Read more Shortlist Save this role
Pharmacovigilance, QMS

Salary

Location

Poland

Department

Regulatory, Drug Safety/ Quality Assurance & Other roles

Location

Poland

Business Area

ICON Strategic Solutions

Job Categories

Other

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Are you ready to lead with impact in Pharmacovigilance? Join us as a PV QMS, fully dedicated to one global pharmaceutical sponsor, and play a key role in ensuring data integrity and regulatory excelle

Reference

2025-120562

Expiry date

01/01/0001

Michal Czyrek

Author

Michal Czyrek
Read more Shortlist Save this role
Pharmacovigilance Compliance

Salary

Location

Poland

Department

Regulatory, Drug Safety/ Quality Assurance & Other roles

Location

Poland

Business Area

ICON Strategic Solutions

Job Categories

Other

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Are you ready to lead with impact in Pharmacovigilance? Join us as a PV Compliance Professional, fully dedicated to one global pharmaceutical sponsor, and play a key role in ensuring data integrity an

Reference

2025-120560

Expiry date

01/01/0001

Michal Czyrek

Author

Michal Czyrek
Read more Shortlist Save this role
Manager Data Assurance

Salary

Location

Poland

Department

Regulatory, Drug Safety/ Quality Assurance & Other roles

Location

Poland

Business Area

ICON Strategic Solutions

Job Categories

Other

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Are you ready to lead with impact in Pharmacovigilance? Join us as a Manager, Data Assurance, fully dedicated to one global pharmaceutical sponsor, and play a key role in ensuring data integrity and r

Reference

2025-120559

Expiry date

01/01/0001

Michal Czyrek

Author

Michal Czyrek
Read more Shortlist Save this role
View Jobs

Browse popular job categories below or search all jobs above