Biogen
Medical Science Director, Nephrology Medical Communications (Transplant)
Biogen, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Medical Science Director, Nephrology Medical Communications (Transplant)
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About This Role As a Medical Science Director within the Global Medical Affairs Nephrology and Transplant Department, you will spearhead the development of the scientific narrative for transplant indications including Antibody Mediated Rejection (AMR) post kidney transplant, ensuring the story aligns with unmet medical needs and the mechanism of the disease. This pivotal role involves creating compelling scientific content for both internal and external stakeholders, including symposia at global medical congresses and educational materials for medical teams. You will lead cross-functional working groups to foster alignment and guarantee that the content produced is purposeful and coherent. As an integral member of the Global Medical Affairs team, you will contribute to the strategic direction of our nephrology portfolio.
What You’ll Do
Lead the development of the scientific narrative across planned transplant indications, emphasizing unmet needs, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic actions.
Organize and execute scientific symposia at key global medical congresses, aligning with medical objectives.
Develop scientific content, aligned with the scientific platform, for use by field-based medical personnel, and regional medical leads including educational "symposia in a box."
Create training materials for scientific and medical personnel, supporting onboarding and ongoing education in disease areas and therapeutic assets.
Chair the scientific narrative cross-functional working group to ensure alignment across departments and the fitness of content for its intended purpose.
Collaborate with clinical development leads, HEOR leads, and publication leads to develop core scientific narratives and content.
Manage external medical communication vendors, including reviewing and approving statements of work (SOWs) and invoices.
Navigate complex situations to maintain scientific credibility and accuracy across all content developed for external use.
Ensure scientific resources are appropriate for various markets/regions, taking into account differing regulatory and compliance considerations.
Align content development with the core scientific platform, strategic publication plan, and global medical strategy.
Who You Are You are a seasoned professional with a robust background in medical affairs and medical communications. Communication, both written and verbal, is one of your strong suits, and you excel at project management. You are adept at working cross-functionally and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Required Skills
MD, PharmD, or PhD degree in a relevant life science field is required.
8+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, including experience in medical communications is required.
Proven track record in scientific content development and narrative creation.
Experience leading scientific symposia and educational initiatives.
Exceptional project management abilities.
Strong ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
Superior scientific acumen and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional project management.
Experience managing external vendors and overseeing project budgets.
Medical communication agency experience.
Job Level: Management
Benefits
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and competitive range of benefits designed to support employees’ physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an end-of-year shutdown time off
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses talented achievers with opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. We work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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About This Role As a Medical Science Director within the Global Medical Affairs Nephrology and Transplant Department, you will spearhead the development of the scientific narrative for transplant indications including Antibody Mediated Rejection (AMR) post kidney transplant, ensuring the story aligns with unmet medical needs and the mechanism of the disease. This pivotal role involves creating compelling scientific content for both internal and external stakeholders, including symposia at global medical congresses and educational materials for medical teams. You will lead cross-functional working groups to foster alignment and guarantee that the content produced is purposeful and coherent. As an integral member of the Global Medical Affairs team, you will contribute to the strategic direction of our nephrology portfolio.
What You’ll Do
Lead the development of the scientific narrative across planned transplant indications, emphasizing unmet needs, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic actions.
Organize and execute scientific symposia at key global medical congresses, aligning with medical objectives.
Develop scientific content, aligned with the scientific platform, for use by field-based medical personnel, and regional medical leads including educational "symposia in a box."
Create training materials for scientific and medical personnel, supporting onboarding and ongoing education in disease areas and therapeutic assets.
Chair the scientific narrative cross-functional working group to ensure alignment across departments and the fitness of content for its intended purpose.
Collaborate with clinical development leads, HEOR leads, and publication leads to develop core scientific narratives and content.
Manage external medical communication vendors, including reviewing and approving statements of work (SOWs) and invoices.
Navigate complex situations to maintain scientific credibility and accuracy across all content developed for external use.
Ensure scientific resources are appropriate for various markets/regions, taking into account differing regulatory and compliance considerations.
Align content development with the core scientific platform, strategic publication plan, and global medical strategy.
Who You Are You are a seasoned professional with a robust background in medical affairs and medical communications. Communication, both written and verbal, is one of your strong suits, and you excel at project management. You are adept at working cross-functionally and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Required Skills
MD, PharmD, or PhD degree in a relevant life science field is required.
8+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, including experience in medical communications is required.
Proven track record in scientific content development and narrative creation.
Experience leading scientific symposia and educational initiatives.
Exceptional project management abilities.
Strong ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
Superior scientific acumen and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional project management.
Experience managing external vendors and overseeing project budgets.
Medical communication agency experience.
Job Level: Management
Benefits
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and competitive range of benefits designed to support employees’ physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an end-of-year shutdown time off
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses talented achievers with opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. We work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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