Manager, Professional Scientific Communications - Nutritional Science

Colgate•Overland Park, KS

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a key member of the Scientific Strategy and Communications team sitting within Global Professional & Veterinary Affairs (GPVA), the Manager, Professional Scientific Communications reports to the Sr. Director Professional Communications and supports therapeutic and wellness portfolios globally. In this influential role, you will champion the translation of Hill’s cutting-edge nutritional science into high-impact communication strategies and compelling narratives. You will bridge R&D discoveries with commercial success, transforming complex clinical data into actionable strategies that drive product recommendation, elevate scientific reputation, and build deep trust among veterinary healthcare professionals worldwide.

Requirements

DVM, VMD, or equivalent doctoral degree in veterinary medicine
4+ years of experience in the veterinary industry or related experience, with a proven track record of influencing global or regional strategy
3+ years of clinical veterinary practice experience

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in scientific communications and translating clinical insights into commercial messaging within the animal health or veterinary sector
Mastery of scientific storytelling, presentation creation, and writing with the ability to translate complex science into clear business value
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, solve problems, and work effectively across cross-functional, matrixed global organizations
Demonstrated functional competencies in professional insights, veterinary professional partnerships, digital aptitude, and commercial collaboration
Results-oriented self-starter with strong analytical skills, foundational business acumen, and proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets, etc) and/or MS Excel, Word, etc.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute high-impact communication strategies, global narratives, and tailored assets for therapeutic categories that engage veterinary professionals across the clinical spectrum.
Ensure all scientific claims and communications are clinically sound, technically accurate, commercially compelling, and competitively differentiated.
Analyze global veterinary market trends, clinical gaps, and competitive intelligence to generate actionable commercial insights that inform future communication strategies.
Lead the Scientific Communications performance tracker to evaluate quarterly metrics, optimize communication channels, and maximize commercial impact.
Partner closely with cross-functional teams (R&D, Legal, Regulatory) and regional markets to align scientific messaging with business objectives while mitigating compliance risks.
Establish and document critical path processes and cross-functional workflows using the RACI framework to drive organizational clarity and alignment.
Provide strategic guidance and facilitate the sharing of clinical nutrition expertise across functions, time zones, and matrixed global teams.