Develop and execute multi-faceted, strategic communications plans that support the goals of the U.S. Rare Disease business and align with company’s overall mission, values, and business objectives
Identify and leverage opportunities to support business challenges
Act as a strategic partner to senior executives, providing guidance on product-related messaging, media engagement, and reputation management
Work closely and effectively with compliance, legal and regulatory colleagues
Provide direction and leadership to agency teams that support this role
Develop measurable goals to track the impact and effectiveness of communication strategies
Manage and track communication budgets to ensure strategic allocation and cost efficiency

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
10+ years experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology product communications
Significant experience working on marketed products, with preferred for experience in rare disease
Ability to develop strong relationships across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in healthcare communications
Ability to articulate, defend and adapt strategy to senior leadership
Strong stakeholder engagement and agency/vendor management experience
Ability to navigate a fast-paced, matrixed organizational environment.

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short
and Long-Term Disability insurance
A 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 year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation

Director, Rare Disease

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