Director, Scientific Content, PIK

Kaplan • Full-time • Remote (Remote from Florida, United States of America) • $64,819 - $162,047 / year • 3w ago

Fast Facts

Kaplan is seeking a Director of Scientific Content to lead the creation of high-quality continuing medical education (CME/CE) content for healthcare teams, requiring expertise in clinical science and instructional design.

Responsibilities: The Director will oversee the development of accredited CME content, ensure compliance with education regulations, assess educational outcomes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and medical writers to create engaging learning materials.

Skills: Candidates must have strong communication skills, expertise in instructional design and adult learning theories, and experience in content development within the CME/CE industry.

Qualifications: An advanced degree in a scientific or clinical field and a minimum of 4 years in content development or scientific direction are required, with oncology experience preferred.

Location: Remote/Nationwide, USA

Compensation: $64819 - $162047 / Annually

Job Title

Director, Scientific Content, PIK

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The Scientific Director is a key role responsible for directing the development of high-quality, accredited continuing medical education (CME/CE) content across multimedia formats for interprofessional healthcare teams. This role requires deep expertise in clinical science, CME/CE regulations, and instructional design principles to ensure activities are evidence-based and compliant. The position involves collaborating closely with medical writers, faculty, and cross-functional teams, leveraging strong organizational and communication skills to meet project timelines. Ultimately, this position drives the delivery of innovative educational activities that close clinical practice gaps and significantly impact patient care outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Serve as the in-house scientific expert, continuously tracking and analyzing key clinical issues, scientific literature, therapeutic pipelines, and emerging thought leaders.
Ensure all content adheres strictly to relevant rules and regulations governing accredited continuing education (e.g., ACCME, ACPE, ANCC).
Apply expertise in instructional design and adult learning theories to create engaging and effective educational strategies.
Direct project-level outcomes assessment, including the development of metrics and test items to measure the impact of educational activities.
Direct and oversee the end-to-end development of high-quality educational content across live, multimedia, and text-based formats.
Collaborate closely with internal project teams, external faculty, and medical writers to conceptualize and execute content.
Author evidence-based, clinically relevant medical content as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Advanced degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD/DO, NP, PA) in a scientific or clinical field, or equivalent professional experience
4+ years of experience in content development and scientific direction within the accredited continuing medical education (CME/CE) or independent medical education (IME) industry
Experience in one or more therapeutic areas; oncology experience is preferred
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Highly self-motivated and organized team player with demonstrated self-direction and ownership
Experience leading and motivating colleagues and collaborators
Strong organizational, prioritization, and process development skills
Expert understanding of adult learning theories, instructional design best practices, and translating needs assessments into learning materials
Ability to travel occasionally

Beyond base salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

- Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance

- Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)

- Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members

- Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment

- Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment where every employee can thrive. You can learn more about our full benefits package and total rewards philosophy here.

At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards.

For full-time positions, Kaplan has three Salary Grades. This position is Salary Grade B: $64,819 to $162,047. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal and state wage laws.

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Location

Remote/Nationwide, USA

Additional Locations

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area

Content/Material Creation

Business Unit

00090 MG Prep

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.