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Associate Director – Global Scientific Communication Lead – Neurology

Associate Director – Global Scientific Communication Lead – Neurology

CompanySanofi
LocationCambridge, MA, USA
Salary$147000 – $212333.33
TypeFull-Time
DegreesPharmD, PhD, MD
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Advanced scientific or clinical degree in the life sciences (e.g., MD, Ph.D., Pharm.D.)
  • Medical, scientific or clinical experience in MS/Neurology
  • Demonstrated successful experience in Scientific Communications preferably within the pharmaceutical industry
  • Experience managing external vendors
  • Excellent scientific writing skills
  • Experience in supervising and managing medical writing tasks
  • Knowledge of industry guidelines pertaining to data dissemination (e.g., CONSORT, ICMJE, GPPs) and interactions with health care providers (e.g., PhRMA Code, AdvaMed guidelines)

Responsibilities

  • Become a subject matter expert and internal liaison for Neurology
  • Lead the strategy, development and execution of medical communication and publication plans for assigned indication(s) in alignment with the overall Medical and Brand strategy
  • Constantly explore new channels to inform and educate intended audiences most effectively
  • Understand and follow the various compliance policies in place for global and US publications and medical education activities
  • Manage external vendors/medical agencies assisting with medical content planning and execution, incl. budget management

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proactive and result-orientated, and ability to drive positive outcomes and impact through excellence in execution
  • Able to manage multiple projects, requiring an excellent ability to prioritize
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and negotiation skills
  • Effective stakeholder management, and ability to create powerful relationships and networks
  • A team player who values trust, empathy and open communication
  • A “lifelong learner” who values feedback and constantly seeks opportunities to learn
  • Absolute commitment to a culture that operates with high ethical standards
  • Creative aptitude and able to think outside the box for congress activities, field materials, and digital enhancements for publications