Director - Science Communications and Engagement, Late CVRM at AstraZeneca | Gaithersburg, MD | $147K/yr – $220K/yr

Director - Science Communications and Engagement, Late CVRM

Gaithersburg, MD (On-site)

$147K/yr – $220K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 6 months ago

Job Summary

Lead internal communications for AstraZeneca\u2019s Late CVRM program, shaping strategy and stakeholder engagement across disease areas and projects.

Define and execute the internal communications strategy for Late CVRM
Must-have: 5+ years in pharma/biotech with science storytelling
Collaborate with SVP and leadership to align strategy across global teams

Job Description

Responsibilities

Define and implement the internal communication strategy .
Work closely with the Senior Vice President of Late CVRM and Head of Business Planning & Operations to develop content and materials for internal and external meetings, conferences , as well as key presentations.
Define and implement the internal communications and engagement strategy for Late CVRM, aligning with key stakeholders across AstraZeneca.
Liaise with the Late CVRM leadership team to develop strategic communication plans for disease areas and projects.
Contribute to monthly reports, town halls, and presentations for the AstraZeneca Board, ensuring the effective communication of our CVRM story.
Deliver high-quality, engaging events and broadcasts (e.g., town halls) to bring the Late CVRM narrative to life.
Drive the development and communication of science, disease area, and project stories to showcase our innovative science and research, both internally and externally.
Facilitate the creation of relevant content for the Late CVRM internal website and support the communication of scorecard updates.
Foster a culture of community building and best practice sharing within the Late CVRM team.

Requirements

BS, Master's or PhD in a scientific discipline within the life sciences
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate science and influence both internal and external stakeholders, including senior management
Passion for scientific communication and a talent for translating complex information into clear, compelling narratives fit for the audience.
Demonstrated ability to engage, influence, and collaborate across organizational boundaries with a delivery-focused, problem-solving mindset
Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical drug discovery and development process
In-depth scientific knowledge in the CVRM therapeutic area
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Agile and adaptable, with a keen eye for detail and a focus on delivering high-quality work
Collaborative spirit and a proven ability to work effectively in a global, matrix research environment

Benefits

Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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