associate director, medical writing

WHO WE ARE

Grey Health is the culmination of the rich legacies of two powerhouse brands —Grey and TANK. With borderless employees spread across 20 studios in 18 countries, we all work collaboratively with one mission in mind: to deliver famously effective ideas that drive business results for top tier clients in the health and wellness market. In 2023, Grey was named a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace and our agency network and The Grey Group, ranked in the top ten award winners at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

While TANK and Grey maintain their unique identities and market presence, they now benefit from shared resources and strategic direction that help us unlock new opportunities across the globe.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Are you an expert Medical Writer with deep knowledge of the Canadian regulatory landscape, ready to elevate your career in healthcare advertising? We're looking for an Associate Director of Medical Writing to join our team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping scientifically robust and strategically impactful campaigns, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams (strategy, creative, and account management) to ensure our communications are accurate, engaging, and compliant for healthcare professionals and patients.

This role is for a passionate individual who can translate complex data into compelling and compliant communications that drive results. You will independently manage the scientific and clinical content for assigned brands, serving as a key medical writing resource for internal teams and clients. Leveraging your expertise, you'll ensure scientific accuracy, regulatory adherence, and strategic relevance throughout the development of campaigns, with minimal reliance on senior guidance. As a member of our Toronto studio, you will join a dynamic, globally-minded team surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields and get to work in one of the newest WPP campuses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Development & Scientific Strategy

• Lead the development of diverse marketing materials, including: detail aids, leave-behinds, journal ads, dosage cards, clinical reprint binders, disease- and brand-oriented websites, and patient/consumer information tools.
• Ensure all content is scientifically accurate, clear, and adheres to Canadian regulatory guidelines (PAAB, ASC, Health Canada).
• Effectively address client feedback and align content with campaign objectives.
• Confidently manage PAAB feedback, lead clarification and escalation calls, and prepare/lead PAAB consults.
• Develop compelling creative rationales to advocate for strategic content decisions.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and research to inform content development.
• Contribute to medical strategy by identifying key scientific insights and opportunities.
• Partner with creative teams to translate scientific narratives into innovative campaigns.

Collaboration & Client Support

• Work closely with account teams to support client needs and provide scientific expertise during meetings, and presentations.
• Build strong relationships with clients and external experts, helping to establish trust and thought leadership.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Guide junior medical writers, providing feedback and mentoring.
• Contribute to internal training initiatives on PAAB, therapeutic areas, and medical/scientific trends.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• University degree preferably in Science: MSc, PhD, PharmD Clinical / Scientific.
• 5+ years of experience in Canadian healthcare advertising.
• Expert level knowledge of Canadian pharmaceutical marketing regulations (PAAB, ASC, Health Canada).
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret clinical/scientific data.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven agency environment.
• Strong client-facing skills to build and maintain relationships, understand client. needs, and present medical content strategies.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Challenging Work - As leaders in the health advertising industry, we thrive on solving complex problems and innovation. Each employee is encouraged to bring their best ideas forward to solve problems.

Dedicated Team - It's in our DNA to work hard and play hard: celebrate our wins, laugh and have fun. We are stronger, together, when we are open and real. At TANK, everyone is valued and plays an important role in our shared success. We care for our people and our clients.

Global Community - Support from the WPP People community and bring your contribution to a greater good while collaborating on WPP strategic projects or initiatives.

Perks and Benefits -The wellness of our employees is at the core of our business therefore we offer competitive benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Extensive Group Insurance Program on Day 1
• Vacation according to experience
• Paid Christmas shutdown
• Extended long weekends on statutory holidays - TANK Days (extra days off annually)
• Work-life balance measures

Nous croyons que le meilleur travail se fait lorsque nous sommes ensemble, favorisant la créativité, la collaboration et la connexion. C'est pourquoi nous avons adopté une approche hybride incluant des journées obligatoires au bureau. Si vous avez besoin d'aménagements ou de flexibilité, veuillez en discuter avec l'équipe de recrutement lors du processus d'entrevue.

TANK WW est un employeur offrant l'égalité des chances et considère les candidatures à tous les postes sans discrimination ni égard à des caractéristiques particulières. Nous nous engageons à promouvoir une culture de respect où chacun se sent à sa place et dispose des mêmes opportunités pour faire progresser sa carrière.

Veuillez être vigilant face aux fraudes en matière de recrutement. TANK WW ne mène pas d'entrevues via des plateformes de messagerie instantanée et ne demandera jamais d'informations financières personnelles telles que des numéros de compte bancaire, des informations de carte de crédit ou un quelconque paiement au cours du processus d'embauche. Toute communication légitime proviendra d'une adresse courriel officielle se terminant par Si vous suspectez une activité frauduleuse, veuillez nous en informer immédiatement. Restez vigilant et protégez vos informations personnelles.

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We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

TANK WW is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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.

Please be aware of the possibility of recruiting fraud. TANK WW does not conduct interviews via instant messaging platforms and will never request personal financial information such as bank account numbers, credit card information, or payment of any kind during the hiring process. All legitimate communication will come from an official email address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it to us immediately. Stay vigilant and protect your personal information.