About This Role
The Associate Medical Director, Scientific & Value Communications role is a part of the US Medical Team, acting as a strategic partner that helps inform medical practice across Multiple Sclerosis and Neuropsychiatry therapeutic areas to improve meaningful patient outcomes. Through development, support and execution of a cross-functionally accepted Scientific Communication Plan, the Associate Medical Director, Scientific & Value Communications will ensure consistent, compliant and impactful communications via publications, congress activities and medical education. This individual contributor role supports Multiple Sclerosis and Neuropsychiatry US marketed products and reports to the Head of Scientific & Value Communications, US Medical.
What You’ll Do
Contribute to the development of successful and compliant execution of the Scientific & Value Communications strategy, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts), congresses (medical booth, symposia), digital content, and Field Medical materials.
Serve as a key US Medical contact and collaborative partner for important cross-functional partners (e.g. US Field Medical, Global Medical, Clinical Development, Epidemiology, Pharmacovigilance, Commercial, Market Access).
Lead and/or oversee the development/adaptation of medical materials consistent with DSMR/PRC requirements (e.g. presentations, training materials, medical briefs and talking points) for internal colleagues as well as proactive and reactive resources for use in engagements with external stakeholders.
Manage relationships with external authors and vendors in the preparation and review of publications for assigned projects, including the management of publication review, if applicable.
Who You Are
An individual who loves learning new disease states, is highly adaptable and action. You will also need to be a strong collaborator, have a strategic mindset and self-motivated.
Required Skills
MD, PhD, PharmD or comparable advanced degree is required.
Minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably with prior work in Medical Affairs role &/or Communication experience. Substitution of industry work with relevant clinical practice experience may be considered.
Experience with technical writing and developing medical field materials is required.
Preferred Skills
Clinical experience and subject matter expertise in one or more of the respective therapeutic areas is optimal (MS and/or Neuropsychology)
Strong working knowledge of US regulations as relevant to Medical Affairs
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and collaborate with global, regional and/or affiliate medical.
Ability to manage multiple projects and take initiative to solve complex and challenging problems
Effective communicator in both written and oral mediums to include presentations
Additional Information
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurancesFitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement Short- and Long-Term Disability insuranceA minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance 80 hours of sick time per calendar yearPaid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit 401(k) program participation with company matched contributionsEmployee stock purchase plan Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year Employee Resource Groups participationWhy 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 some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
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