Communications Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field; an advanced scientific degree is stated as required.
• At least 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related fields or jobs with a relevant medical/scientific focus.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated managerial skills in matrix reporting structures, including management of medical communications agencies.
• Proven experience developing and executing communication strategies within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data to inform communication efforts.
• Expertise in omnichannel publication planning.
• Ability to communicate openly, share information, foster trust, encourage constructive debate, make informed decisions, and build shared commitment to outcomes.
• Willingness to take risks and stand up for what is right while prioritizing customer and patient needs and experiences.
• Commitment to ambitious goals and high standards, acting in the company’s best interest and taking initiative to drive results.
• Uphold ethical standards and be honest in interactions.
• Ability to streamline processes, focus on impact, and adapt quickly to changes.
• Ability to embrace new ideas, challenge the status quo, seek innovative solutions, value diverse perspectives, and treat others with respect and dignity.
• External applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; work authorization sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D., PharmD, or MD; a master’s degree or other scientific or clinical degree is also considered.
• Pharmaceutical industry or medical communications agency experience (listed as required in the preferred qualifications).
• CMPP credentials.
• Experience in rare tumors.
• In-depth knowledge of communicating through digital and social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic medical communications development and execution for fertility and HIV.
• Communicate scientific and clinical information to healthcare professionals and internal teams.
• Ensure communications align with organizational goals and support patient care.
• Develop and execute communication strategies.
• Use analytical skills and complex data to inform communication efforts.
• Plan publications through omnichannel approaches to maximize the reach and impact of data.
• Manage medical communications agencies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement contributions
• Other perquisites
• Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses