Head of Scientific Communications and Publications

Full Time Remote in United States Medical Communications Scientific Communications Publications Apply for this Job Responsibilities

• The Executive Director, Scientific Communications and Publications will be part of the GMSA leadership team and will be actively involved in strategy development to support Medical and cross-functional goals and objectives. This position will serve as a key collaborator with Global Medical Affairs for coordination of congress and publication planning.

As a Karyopharmer, reporting to Senior Vice President of Global Medical & Scientific Afairs, you will positively impact patients’ when you:

• Drive an integrated Scientific Communications strategy that is aligned with the brand strategy and medical strategy and meets the needs of patients and health care providers
• Ensure the successful execution of the Scientific Communications strategy, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts), congresses (medical booth, symposia), digital content, and Field Medical materials
• Collaborate with Global Medical Affairs and other functions (e.g., public affairs) as well as other departments (e.g., commercial) to ensure the Scientific Communications strategy for the brand/disease state portfolio is aligned cross-functionally
• Demonstrate business acumen and a strong ability to align scientific communications and delivery channels with medical objectives and cross-functional strategic imperatives
• Manage relationships with external authors in the preparation and review of publications for assigned projects, including the management of publication steering committees
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with finance and other relevant functions and effectively manage agencies for project delivery within budget
• Ensure USMA activities comply with business guidance, policies, SOPs, OIG, FDA, & PhRMA Guidelines Qualifications Education
• External vendor oversight in managing the planning and execution of scientific communications and publications.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Health Sciences or related fields required (MD, PhD, PharmD, DPT, MS). Experience
• 5+ years of industry experience in Medical Communications or Publications in pharmaceutical/biotech companies or 8+ years of experience in scientific publication/medical communication agencies
• Vendor management experience required
• Clinical or scientific oncology/hematology experience required
• CMPP certification is a plus
• Strong leadership skills with experience influencing without authority
• Ability to foster culture of innovation, team spirit, and accountability
• Ability to work across multiple functions and cultures and embrace team diversity
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, problem solving, planning, and organizational skills to demonstrate leadership and drive for results.