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Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.) · 1 day ago

Associate Director, Scientific Communications - CNS

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$165K/yr - $246K/yr

7+ years exp

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.) is seeking an Associate Director, Scientific Communications to manage the execution of the scientific and medical communications strategy for the CNS therapeutic area portfolio. This role involves overseeing the creation of core content assets, managing the global publications plan, and providing guidance to the medical writing team to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance.

Health CareMedical

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage and deliver a comprehensive, globally aligned medical communications strategy and tactical plan for the relevant therapeutic area portfolio, in partnership with the Senior Director, Medical Communications Lead, CNS Lead, and cross-functional teams (e.g., Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial)

Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight over the work of the Manager, Medical Core Content, managing and ensuring the development of core scientific content, including:

Scientific Communications Platform (SCP)

Global Publications Strategy

Global Medical Publications Plan

Core Disease State Deck

Core Field Materials

Medical Publications

Integrated Medical Communications Planning

New Data Reporting

Medical information Content generation

Drive publication strategy: oversee planning, execution, and dissemination of key data through peer-reviewed journals and congresses

Manage and oversee the execution of the global publication plan for assigned CNS assets

Coordinate with investigators, medical writers, and the Senior Director to ensure timely and compliant submission of high-quality abstracts, posters, and manuscripts in line with Good Publication Practices (GPP) and the overarching publication strategy

Oversee vendor relationships including selection, contracting, and budget management for medical communication agencies

Ensure all content is scientifically accurate, evidence-based, and compliant with internal policies and external regulatory requirements

Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure consistency and alignment of messaging across channels

Serve as a champion and lead Medical Review / Promotional review processes for materials

Manage the implementation of content governance frameworks, version control processes, and global-to-local adaptation strategies

Manage external vendors and medical writing agencies to ensure timely and high-quality content delivery

Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of medical writers, content managers, and reviewers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

Monitor and analyze content performance and stakeholder feedback to inform future content strategy and optimization

Consider technology and AI to support workflow improvement

Manage and provide direction for the core scientific lexicon and messaging, ensuring its consistent application across all Medical Affairs materials through clear guidance to the Manager of Core Content

Partner closely with Clinical Development, Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation, and Regulatory teams to gather and accurately interpret new data, ensuring the Manager of Core Content applies this information consistently and accurately into communication materials

Support the US Field Medical Affairs Lead by ensuring the Manager of Core Content develops and maintains a high-quality, scientifically rigorous, and compliant content repository for the field team

Manage the operational execution and day-to-day budget for external medical writing and communications agencies that support content and publication deliverables

Qualification

Advanced scientific degreeMedical writing experiencePublication managementScientific communications strategyCross-functional collaborationCoachingMentorshipInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsStrategic thinkingProblem solving

Required

Advanced scientific degree is required (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent) with a strong understanding of clinical development and medical science, preferably in the relevant therapeutic area

Minimum of 7 years of experience in Medical Affairs or Scientific Communications within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

Minimum of 3 year of experience providing guidance, coaching, or oversight to a direct report, junior team member, or significant project team

Extensive hands-on experience in medical writing and managing the development of core scientific content (e.g., slide decks, scientific platforms) for global use

Demonstrated experience in publication management, including coordinating authors, overseeing submissions to journals/congresses, and adhering to GPP standards

Demonstrated ability to provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to a direct report, delegate tasks effectively, and maintain accountability for project quality

Exceptional ability to interpret complex clinical and scientific data and apply it consistently and accurately across communication materials

Strong ability to navigating complex data and evolving treatment paradigms in psychiatry and neurology

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous project workflows (content and publications) and drives improvements to development processes

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate scientific strategy clearly to both internal experts and external vendors/authors & tailor communications to address unique challenges in the relevant therapeutic area (e.g., stigma, patient diversity, long-term outcomes)

Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change

Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business

Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders

Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka

Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals

Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative

Preferred

Previous experience overseeing or leading medical information groups is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage

Company provided basic life

Accidental death & dismemberment

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

A generous 401(k) match

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Paid leave programs

Other company provided benefits

Company

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

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There are two Otsuka pharmaceutical industry companies in the U.S.: Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.

Founded in 1989

Rockville, Maryland, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.otsuka-us.com

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