SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION MANAGER

$95,500 - $190,900/Yr

Abbott Laboratories - Pleasanton, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Pleasanton, CA

10,001+ employees

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Scientific Communications Manager at Abbott's Heart Failure business is responsible for leading the dissemination of evidence generation activities from the clinical affairs organization. This role involves developing and executing podium and publication strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to scientific materials such as publications and presentations. The position requires significant interaction with internal leadership and external physician leaders, focusing on effective communication and project management within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage cross-functional groups in designing and executing the departmental podium and publication strategy.
• Lead the development of improved work instructions and SOPs that enhance clinical evidence dissemination efficiencies.
• Design and manage multiple digital platforms to track and communicate clinical study progress.
• Synthesize and disseminate literature across multiple products and/or therapies within the assigned therapeutic area.
• Collaborate closely with external stakeholders including physician investigators and key opinion leaders on clinical and scientific evidence generation projects.
• Contribute as an author on presentations, publications, and/or regulatory submissions through coordination with clinical science, investigator authors, and project management.

Requirements

• Masters Degree and 5+ years of experience required; PhD in biomedical engineering, biological sciences, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry experience in a similar role.
• Working knowledge of medical conference organization from an industry perspective.
• Understanding of cardiovascular physiology is preferred.
• Experience in communication and organizational tools such as PowerBI and Monday.com.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Demonstrated skill and tactfulness in working as a cross-functional team member.
• Well-organized and self-motivated with an ability to initiate and follow through on assignments.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the cardiovascular field.
• Familiarity with clinical study design and execution.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.
• Excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement and student debt programs.
• Recognition as a great place to work globally and for diversity.