We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Global Medical Communications to support a leading biopharmaceutical organization within the Gastroenterology (GI), IBD therapeutic area.

This is a highly visible strategic role within Global Medical Affairs, responsible for leading global medical communication plans, scientific content strategy, congress activities, HCP education initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration across key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of global medical communications strategy for GI/IBD assets
• Drive scientific communication planning across product lifecycle and launch readiness
• Develop and oversee medical content including core slide decks, scientific platforms, communication plans, and educational materials
• Support congress planning, symposia, medical booths, and webinars
• Partner cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Publications, Regulatory, Legal, Commercial, HEOR, and regional teams
• Lead Medical/Legal/Regulatory review of promotional and non-promotional materials
• Ensure compliant, accurate, and ethical scientific communications
• Manage vendors, timelines, budgets, and forecasting for assigned programs
• Mentor junior team members and influence within a matrix organization

Required Qualifications

• Advanced healthcare/scientific degree preferred: MD, PharmD, PhD, MS, RN or related field
• 5+ years biopharma experience (doctoral degree) OR 7+ years (master’s degree)
• Strong experience in Medical Affairs / Medical Communications
• Expertise developing scientific communication materials and strategies
• Experience with MLR / material review processes
• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Gastroenterology / IBD experience
• Global Medical Affairs experience
• Congress strategy/execution experience
• Launch or lifecycle management experience