Director, Medical Communications
About The Position
Opportunity awaits those up to the challenge of developing transformative therapies across a broad range of debilitating diseases. Summary: The Director, Medical Communications for Rare Disease is a key member of the Medical Communications team within Medical Affairs, responsible for leading the medical communications strategy and execution for the Rare Disease therapeutic area. This individual will lead a team of individual contributors focused on Rare Disease programs and ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and scientifically robust communication materials that support medical and corporate objectives. The role ensures that Rare Disease medical communication strategies are aligned with broader Medical Affairs and company goals, supporting data dissemination, external engagement, and lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will combine strong scientific acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and excellent project management to deliver impactful communication initiatives.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in a relevant Medical Affairs or Medical Communications role within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide individual contributors and collaborate effectively across functions.
- Proficiency with standard communication and collaboration tools (Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, etc.).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate scientific concepts, deliver compelling presentations, and facilitate productive discussions.
- Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in nephrology or rare disease is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the Medical Communications strategy for the Rare Disease therapeutic area, ensuring alignment with broader Medical Affairs and corporate objectives.
- Lead and mentor a team of individual contributors within the Rare Disease medical communications function, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Identify communication needs and opportunities across Rare Disease programs, developing clear, evidence-based resources and innovative communication solutions.
- Drive the development, review, and approval of scientific publications, congress materials, and core communication resources for cross-functional stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Medical Directors, Field Medical, Commercial, and Regulatory partners to ensure timely delivery of launch and core communication materials.
- Support planning and execution of advisory boards and other key scientific exchange initiatives to inform communication strategy.
- Partner with the Medical Information team to ensure alignment of core content and consistency of scientific messaging across Rare Disease assets.
Benefits
- Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more!
- Visit https://apellis.com/careers/benefits/ to learn more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
