21GRAMS- VP, Medical Strategy Director

At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities. Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Experience #LifeatRealChem. VP, Medical Strategy Director   Make Healthcare More Human.   At 21GRAMS, we believe healthcare advertising can be more than campaigns and communications. It can change how people understand disease, how providers make decisions, and how patients experience treatment.   We're looking for a VP, Medical Strategy Director  to help lead that mission.   This is a role for someone who loves science but doesn't stop there. Someone who can connect clinical evidence to human insight. Someone who can challenge thinking, shape strategy, inspire creative teams, and earn the trust of clients. You'll serve as a senior strategic leader across brands and therapeutic areas, helping transform complex science into meaningful, actionable ideas that drive behavior change.   You'll partner closely with Strategy, Creative, Account, Medical, and Activation teams to ensure the work is not only accurate—but unforgettable.   What You'll Do   A SCIENTIFIC STORYTELLER   You turn data into direction and evidence into inspiration. You help teams uncover the strategic implications hidden within the science and ensure every idea is grounded in a compelling medical truth.   A STRATEGIC LEADER   You lead medical strategy across brands, franchises, and new business opportunities. You define scientific narratives, identify strategic opportunities, and help shape positioning, messaging, and communication platforms.   A CREATIVE PARTNER   You work hand-in-hand with creative and brand strategy teams to elevate the work. You don't simply review ideas—you help make them stronger.   A TRUSTED CLIENT ADVISOR   You confidently engage clients as a senior strategic partner, helping them navigate complex scientific and commercial challenges while earning credibility through expertise and thoughtful counsel.   A QUALITY CHAMPION   You ensure scientific rigor and medical accuracy across deliverables while maintaining a sharp focus on strategic relevance and business impact.   AN INSPIRING TEACHER   You elevate the capabilities of those around you—mentoring junior team members, strengthening agency medical acumen, and helping clients think differently about their brands and opportunities.   A NEW BUSINESS CATALYST   You play an active role in pitches, workshops, and growth initiatives, bringing scientific leadership and strategic thinking that help win new business.   A BUILDER   You help shape the future of Medical Strategy at 21GRAMS—developing frameworks, processes, thought leadership, and capabilities that keep us ahead of where healthcare marketing is going.   This Position Is a Perfect Fit If   You believe the best healthcare communications start with great science and end with human impact.    You are equally comfortable discussing clinical data with medical experts and creative concepts with copywriters and art directors.    You thrive in ambiguity and enjoy solving complex business challenges.    You are naturally curious and constantly looking to innovate.    You know how to influence without hierarchy and lead through expertise.    You enjoy mentoring others and helping teams do the best work of their careers.    You believe being hard on the work and good to each other are not mutually exclusive.    What You Should Have   Advanced scientific degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, NP, PA, or equivalent)    10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical advertising, healthcare communications, medical strategy, or related healthcare marketing environments    Significant agency experience supporting pharmaceutical and biotech brands    Deep understanding of promotional healthcare communications across HCP, patient, and consumer audiences    Experience leading scientific and strategic discussions with senior-level clients    Demonstrated success partnering with creative, strategy, and account teams to develop breakthrough work    Experience contributing to new business pitches and agency growth initiatives    Strong presentation, storytelling, and facilitation skills    Ability to simplify complex science into clear, compelling strategic direction    Experience managing, mentoring, and developing talent    Bonus Points For   Experience in rare disease, oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious disease, or specialty care categories    Launch experience across pre-launch, launch, and lifecycle brands    Experience leading workshops, advisory boards, and KOL engagements    A healthy obsession with healthcare, culture, technology, and where they're headed next    Why 21GRAMS?   We're building the most soulful healthcare advertising agency in the world.   That means creating work that matters. Building relationships that last. Pushing each other to be better. Staying curious. Taking risks. Making healthcare feel more human.   If that sounds like the kind of place where you'd do your best work, we'd love to meet you.   Title:  VP, Medical Strategy Director   Location:  Remote or Hyb