Director, Scientific Communications

Proclinical, in support of our client, are seeking an individual to fill the role of Director of Scientific Communications (Publications & Conference Comms), based in California. Reporting to the Executive Director of Medical Affairs, the successful candidate will provide strategic vision, leadership, and management of scientific communication activities, with a primary focus on publications and conference communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop of a comprehensive, cross functional strategic publication plan and the delivery of the publications included in this plan.
• Translate medical strategies and objectives into actionable long-term strategic publication plans.
• Ensure endorsement of publication plan by governance bodies prior to execution
• Continuously evolve plans in conjunction with scientific landscape.
• Implement effective and consistent strategies for engaging external expertise to advise and shape publication plan strategy.
• Lead planning and executing all scientific content around relevant conferences and medical booth.
• Manage vendors to ensure deliverables are on time, within budget, and of high quality prior to subsequent internal review.
• Build and lead a high performing, cross-functional scientific communications team.
• Support and oversee the development of a scientific training curriculum and field tools for Medical Science Liaisons and Health Outcomes Liaisons.
• Develop/oversee the development and creation of literature updates.
• Manage the publication budget supporting multiple products and scientific activities.
• Report publication metrics on key objectives to management.

Skills And Qualifications

• BA with a preference in life science, business, journalism, or communication (advanced degree strongly preferred) and 10+ years' relevant experience.
• Experience working across a broad range of functional areas and effectively collaborating with Medical Affairs, Health Outcomes, R&D, Regulatory, Legal and Commercial Teams.
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry with a broad range of therapy understanding, and an understanding of the drug development process.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

To Apply:

Please click on the Apply button. Please include a short note outlining why you are interested in the role and why you think you are suitable.

In case you have difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please call George Watson at (+1) 336-842-8682 or upload your resume on our website - www.Proclinical.com.

A full job description is available on request.

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

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