Scientific Associate

Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

What we are looking for: We are seeking a highly motivated Scientific Associate with a strong scientific background and a passion for clear communication. This role requires a deep understanding of science and medicine, as all content will be reviewed by physicians and other scientists. The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. They will also be a strong team player, able to connect meaningfully with colleagues and clients, and approach challenges positively. What You'll Do: Review and synthesize clinical trial results, clinical study reports, and other scientific publications. Quickly interpret and analyze data. Conduct comprehensive research using resources like PubMed, clinicaltrials.gov, medical journals, and conferences to inform backgrounders and gap analyses. Develop a range of scientific materials, including slide decks (disease state and product-specific) and publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts). Maintain meticulous attention to detail, referencing all content from peer-reviewed sources or client-provided data, including highlighting and annotating as needed. Provide scientific and strategic insights and direction. Quickly learn and understand new disease areas. Present to clients and healthcare practitioners. Efficiently manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines. Collaborate with medical faculty. Independently liaise with clients and fulfill their requests. Travel to client meetings and conferences (up to 25% of the time). Explain complex scientific concepts clearly and concisely. Who You Are: You are a highly collaborative individual with a passion for science communication. You are eager to learn on the job, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment. You are driven by a desire to create high-quality scientific content and enjoy working alongside other scientists and medical specialists. You include others purposefully and inspire creativity in your work. What You'll Need: Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in health science. Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint. Prior experience in medical education/medical affairs is a plus. Willingness to travel as needed A writing test will be administered prior to interviews. 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. #vmlhealthcareers VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal. 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, click WPP Benefits for more details._$45,000—$100,000 USDAt VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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