Program Manager, Medical Communications

About You

• You are highly organized and thrive in managing multiple complex programs with competing timelines
• You are energized by live and virtual event execution
• You are a proactive problem solver who anticipates challenges and drives solutions
• You are a strong communicator who can confidently interface with clients, HCPs, and internal stakeholders
• You are detail-oriented, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks across logistics, budgets, and timelines
• You are collaborative and enjoy working cross-functionally in a team-based environment

About the Role

As a Program Manager focused on events, you will lead the planning and execution of advisory boards, and other HCP engagements, ensuring all programs are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations.

You will partner closely with Strategic Account Directors, Scientific Directors, and Program Coordinators to manage workflows, budgets, and logistics across multiple programs. This includes ownership of timelines, vendor coordination, medical/legal/regulatory (MLR) processes, and financial tracking. You will serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and ensuring a seamless experience from planning through execution.

This role combines project management excellence with event execution expertise, requiring strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to manage both strategic priorities and day-to-day logistics. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior team members and contributing to overall program success and client satisfaction.

Required Experience

• 3–6+ years of experience in program/project management within medical communications, pharma, or healthcare-related industries
• Demonstrated experience managing live and virtual events, including advisory boards, symposia, or similar engagements
• Strong experience managing timelines, budgets, and multiple workstreams simultaneously
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (medical, strategy, creative, accounts)
• Client-facing experience with strong communication and relationship management skills
• Knowledge of MLR processes and compliance requirements in pharma
• Ability to manage vendors, venues, and logistics for complex programs
• Experience supporting congress planning, symposiums, or large-scale HCP events
• Familiarity with virtual event platforms (e.g., Zoom, Webex) and hybrid event execution
• Experience with financial tracking tools, forecasting, and revenue management
• Exposure to multiple therapeutic areas or high-science content environments