Scientific Communications Lead

Hoffmann-La Roche • Tucson, AZ

342d • $91,100 - $169,100

About The Position

The Scientific Communications Lead position at Roche is a 12-month fixed-term role based in Tucson, AZ, with the possibility of extension. This role is part of the Clinical Development & Medical Affairs department within Roche Diagnostics Solutions. The position focuses on driving the planning and development of effective scientific communication of data generated in collaboration with external pharmaceutical partners, particularly in the field of oncology. The role emphasizes the importance of innovation in healthcare and aims to ensure that everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for future generations.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD/PharmD degree preferred in Biomedical Sciences, focus oncology.
• Medical communications or publications management experience.
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills.
• Good knowledge of Good Publication Practice and ICMJE guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in medical or scientific communications.
• Experience in the field of oncology; diagnostics experience advantageous.
• Experience with publication management, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Understanding of diagnostics industry and regulatory guidelines.
• CMPP certification is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of publication management tools.
• Proven leadership skills and creativity.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic ability, attention to detail, and strong sense of responsibility.
• Great communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage and collaborate with external pharmaceutical partners and internal stakeholders.
• Define scientific communications strategy based on collaboration terms.
• Plan and drive scientific communication activities, including publications.
• Establish Publication Plans with pharmaceutical partners with cross-functional input.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration efforts with scientific communications.
• Organize and lead meetings, develop content decks for collaboration.
• Manage the publication development process, including review and tracking of publications.
• Ensure internal communications around published and presented publications.
• Engage with external health care professionals and medical communication agencies.
• Effectively manage and maximize available resources.
• Engage with medical experts and internal stakeholders to provide scientific input.
• Participate in company educational events for HCPs.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and Company performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees