Director, Scientific Communications (CNS)

Responsibilities

• Global Scientific Communications Strategy
• - Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, globally aligned medical communications strategy across assigned CNS assets.
• - Shape long-term communication priorities aligned with asset strategy, lifecycle stage, and evolving external landscape.
• - Translate scientific and clinical insights into integrated communication approaches that support stakeholder engagement and decision-making.
• - Serve as a strategic partner to senior cross-functional leaders to ensure alignment with enterprise and asset-level priorities.
• Integrated Medical Communications Planning (IMCP) Leadership
• - Chair an integrated scientific communications cross-function team for assigned asset/therapeutic area deliverables.
• - Lead the development and execution of Medical Communication Plans, inclusive of:
• - Content strategy and deliverables
• - Communication channels and engagement planning

Requirements

• Education and Experience
• - Advanced degree required (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent in science, medicine, or related field).
• - Minimum of 8+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, or related roles within the pharmaceutical/ biotechnology industry.
• - Minimum of 3-5 years of prior leadership experience, including development and management of team members.
• - Demonstrated experience leading global communication strategies and integrated planning processes.
• - Strong experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• - Experience in the CNS therapeutic area strongly preferred.
• Skills and Competencies
• - Proven ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, strategic communication plans.
• - Strong leadership and facilitation skills, including ability to chair cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Company benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.