Director, Medical Communications

Role Overview

• Design and implement the US medical communications strategy supporting product launches, lifecycle management, and scientific engagement
• Define and execute publication strategies, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and scientific congress presentations
• Co‑create the scientific communications platform and core scientific narratives to guide consistent, high‑impact messaging
• Oversee development of scientifically accurate medical content across education programs, digital channels, symposia, MSL tools, and congresses
• Ensure consistency and alignment of medical messaging across all communication channels and materials
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Clinical Development, and Commercial partners across the organization
• Serve as the US Medical Affairs single point of contact to the Novartis Corporate Center for content development
• Partner with external agencies, key opinion leaders, and scientific experts to strengthen relevance and impact
• Ensure all materials meet regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry publication guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE)
• Lead, mentor, and develop medical writers and communication specialists, driving quality, compliance, and timely delivery

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or a related discipline; PhD, PharmD, MD preferred
• Minimum five years of experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• At least five years of experience in medical or scientific communications, publications, or congress planning
• Strong understanding of medical affairs, clinical research, publication planning, and regulatory environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex science clearly
• Demonstrated success leading work through a matrixed organization with strong project and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

• health, life and disability benefits
• 401(k) with company contribution and match
• generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves