Associate Director, Scientific Communications (Pipeline/Lupus)

$147,000 - $245,000/Yr

Biogen - Remote, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote, OR

251-500 employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate Director of Scientific Communications will lead the strategic planning and execution of scientific communication initiatives within the Global Scientific Capabilities team at Biogen. This role focuses on high-quality publications and medical communications in support of a pipeline immunology program, requiring strong leadership, analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Global Medical Director to develop the overall scientific communications strategy.
• Oversee the planning and development of high-quality publications and medical communications.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining focus on quality and deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with Biogen SOPs and relevant guidelines, such as GPP 2022.
• Manage external vendors to ensure cost-effective development of materials aligned with strategic objectives.
• Ensure that submitted materials are accurate, compliant, and of the highest quality.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD preferred) with a minimum of 4-5 years of professional experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of Scientific Communications experience.
• Prior experience leading a high-performing publication team.
• Strong understanding of GPP and other applicable industry guidelines; CMPP certification is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to incorporate feedback from diverse stakeholders.
• Outstanding planning and organizational skills; adept at balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in immunology/autoimmune diseases is preferred.
• Experience working with external collaborations is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Vacation
• End-of-year shutdown
• 401K participation and matching contributions