AstraZeneca
Director, Scientific Communications & Engagement
AstraZeneca, Gaithersburg, Maryland, us, 20883
Overview
Director, Scientific Communications & Engagement
– Gaithersburg, MD – Hybrid Work: on average 3 days a week from office
Are you an effective and creative communicator? Are you passionate about scientific advances? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the internal Hematology (Heme) science engagement and communications strategy, supporting a function with a growing and exciting portfolio!
Working with diverse stakeholders, including scientists, senior leaders and corporate affairs you will use proven and innovative mechanisms to bring our strategy and portfolio to life and inspire communities as we work towards achieving our bold ambition 2030. Through creative and impactful communications, the successful candidate will contribute to our ambition of building a culture of learning and transparency.
This critical role leads the internal science engagement and communications strategy for the Hematology function. This role will act as a key partner and point of contact for the Senior Vice President (SVP), providing dedicated strategic communications and support to this innovative, progressive and highly visible leader, including the newly appointed Chief Medical Officer role.
What you'll do
Defines and implements the internal science communications and engagement strategy for Heme, working closely with diverse stakeholders across AstraZeneca including the SVP, Business Planning & Operations leads, and the Leadership Team.
Responsible for the overarching internal editorial calendar and messaging to raise the visibility of Heme achievements and to communicate our scorecard progress
Provides strategic input into our broader Heme internal communications strategy (events, awards, overarching campaigns)
Works directly with the SVP and the leadership team to define the strategic focus and develop content for internal and external engagements (e.g. external scientific presentations and Town Hall meetings)
Supporting the SVP with their external and internal scientific presentations
Leads the strategy for enhancing engagement of Heme leaders internally
Strong immersion in the scientific portfolio and project pipeline, understanding and championing the innovative scientific breakthroughs
Drives innovative solutions (including digital media) to communicate our scorecard and scientific priorities and bring the Heme science to life
Overall accountable for delivery of key business reports to capture scientific achievements / deliverables
Partners with Oncology R&D Corporate Affairs to craft external communications to enhance the external scientific reputation of Heme
Works as a strong, matrix stakeholder manager to deliver in a collaborative and engaging manner leading to successful delivery against goals
Essential for the role
Bachelor of Science degree in life sciences
5 years+ experience working as a senior communicator directly supporting a highly visible and senior leader/executive as a strategic partner
Scientific knowledge in the Oncology or related areas
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Proven capability to clearly articulate complex scientific data into effective and compelling communication that is appropriate for the level of audience
Broad knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug discovery and development process
Prior pharmaceutical/ healthcare experience in a strategic communications role
Experience leading change communications
Strong influencing, networking, and team leading skills with all level of peers and colleagues
A proven track record of delivering tasks in a timely manner
Experience in working in a complex, fast paced, high performing team
Experience of supporting executive communications across digital and social media channels
Desirable for the role
Understanding of external communication requirements with particular focus on social media and traditional media engagement
PhD or MSc in Life science
Hematology communications experience
Coaching/mentorship/line management skills
Office Working Requirements When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of
three days per week
from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Date Posted
25-Sept-2025
Closing Date
08-Oct-2025
Equal Opportunities
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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Date Posted
25-Sept-2025
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– Gaithersburg, MD – Hybrid Work: on average 3 days a week from office
Are you an effective and creative communicator? Are you passionate about scientific advances? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the internal Hematology (Heme) science engagement and communications strategy, supporting a function with a growing and exciting portfolio!
Working with diverse stakeholders, including scientists, senior leaders and corporate affairs you will use proven and innovative mechanisms to bring our strategy and portfolio to life and inspire communities as we work towards achieving our bold ambition 2030. Through creative and impactful communications, the successful candidate will contribute to our ambition of building a culture of learning and transparency.
This critical role leads the internal science engagement and communications strategy for the Hematology function. This role will act as a key partner and point of contact for the Senior Vice President (SVP), providing dedicated strategic communications and support to this innovative, progressive and highly visible leader, including the newly appointed Chief Medical Officer role.
What you'll do
Defines and implements the internal science communications and engagement strategy for Heme, working closely with diverse stakeholders across AstraZeneca including the SVP, Business Planning & Operations leads, and the Leadership Team.
Responsible for the overarching internal editorial calendar and messaging to raise the visibility of Heme achievements and to communicate our scorecard progress
Provides strategic input into our broader Heme internal communications strategy (events, awards, overarching campaigns)
Works directly with the SVP and the leadership team to define the strategic focus and develop content for internal and external engagements (e.g. external scientific presentations and Town Hall meetings)
Supporting the SVP with their external and internal scientific presentations
Leads the strategy for enhancing engagement of Heme leaders internally
Strong immersion in the scientific portfolio and project pipeline, understanding and championing the innovative scientific breakthroughs
Drives innovative solutions (including digital media) to communicate our scorecard and scientific priorities and bring the Heme science to life
Overall accountable for delivery of key business reports to capture scientific achievements / deliverables
Partners with Oncology R&D Corporate Affairs to craft external communications to enhance the external scientific reputation of Heme
Works as a strong, matrix stakeholder manager to deliver in a collaborative and engaging manner leading to successful delivery against goals
Essential for the role
Bachelor of Science degree in life sciences
5 years+ experience working as a senior communicator directly supporting a highly visible and senior leader/executive as a strategic partner
Scientific knowledge in the Oncology or related areas
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Proven capability to clearly articulate complex scientific data into effective and compelling communication that is appropriate for the level of audience
Broad knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug discovery and development process
Prior pharmaceutical/ healthcare experience in a strategic communications role
Experience leading change communications
Strong influencing, networking, and team leading skills with all level of peers and colleagues
A proven track record of delivering tasks in a timely manner
Experience in working in a complex, fast paced, high performing team
Experience of supporting executive communications across digital and social media channels
Desirable for the role
Understanding of external communication requirements with particular focus on social media and traditional media engagement
PhD or MSc in Life science
Hematology communications experience
Coaching/mentorship/line management skills
Office Working Requirements When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of
three days per week
from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
Date Posted
25-Sept-2025
Closing Date
08-Oct-2025
Equal Opportunities
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
#LI-Hybrid
Date Posted
25-Sept-2025
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