Director, Scientific Communications
BioSpace, Inc., Bridgewater, MA, United States
Job Details
Company Description
Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees, and everything we do is motivated by a patients-first mentality. We are dedicated to growing our team with talented individuals from around the world who are willing to challenge the status quo, solve problems, and work collaboratively with a sense of urgency and compassion.
Guided by our core values of collaboration, accountability, passion, respect, and integrity, we aim to foster an inclusive, diverse, and flexible work environment, where our employees are recognized for leaning in and rolling up their sleeves. If you share our vision and want to work with the most dedicated people in the biopharma industry, come to Insmed to accelerate your career.
Recognitions
Named Science's Top Employer in 2021, 2022, and 2023
Insmed is dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where our team can thrive. Every day, our employees turn their passion for science and research into innovative solutions for patients. That's why we were named the No. 1 company to work for in the biopharma industry in Science's Top Employers Survey for two years in a row.
A Certified Great Place to Work
We believe our company is truly special, and our employees agree. In July 2023, we became Great Place to Work-certified in the U.S. for the third year in a row. We are also honored to have been listed on the Best Workplaces in Biopharma, Best Workplaces in New York, and Best Workplaces for Millennials lists.
Overview
The Director, Scientific Communications is a core member of Medical Strategy and Communications and leads the development and implementation of global Medical Communications Strategy across regions. The Director will develop collaborative partnerships with the cross-functional Insmed team (Medical Affairs, HEOR, Clinical Development, Advocacy, Commercial and Market Access) as well as external medical experts and will have an integral role in driving the planning and execution of scientific communications deliverables across the Insmed respiratory franchise. This role will lead the development and maintenance of scientific platforms and the strategic execution of aligned scientific communications deliverables to ensure a global approach that accurately and consistently communicates about Insmed disease areas of interest and Insmed generated data. As the lead for global congress strategy in their assigned therapeutic area, the Director will lead cross-functional plans for key congresses to drive cohesive and meaningful communications to diverse audiences. Title will be determined upon evaluation of credentials and experience.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Lead the development and maintenance of Scientific Platforms, Scientific Narrative Lexicon, and the Insmed Medical Communications plan for the assigned therapeutic area(s) and product(s) within the respiratory franchise
Lead the creation and execution of the global medical communication strategy and education plan, including congress strategy, symposia, field medical tools and resources, medical backgrounders and other scientific programs that communicate important information to the medical and scientific community, including identification and prioritization of regional and local education needs
Review scientific materials (e.g. slide presentations for content and positioning) and represent content during medical, legal, regulatory review
With Medical Excellence, lead training of Medical Affairs teams on new materials and upcoming educational activities
Ensure delivery of high-quality, fair-balanced, scientifically/clinically accurate medical communications deliverables in accordance with established timelines, compliance guidelines/policies, and budgets
Ensure deliverables are in alignment with business strategy, medical affairs strategy and Insmed clinical development programs
Manage external vendors/medical agencies assisting with medical content planning and execution
Position Requirements:
Master's degree in a scientific discipline, advanced degree preferred (PhD, PharmD or MD)
A minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, primarily in Medical Affairs publications function is required
Expert knowledge of relevant guidance including, Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) guidelines, CME Open Payments reporting
Minimum 5 years' experience demonstrated success in design and implementation of Medical Communication Strategies including oversight to gap analyses, congress strategies, scientific content development, digital asset generation, and scientific platform development and maintenance.
Expertise in the assessment and the application of scientific/clinical data to strategy with pull through to externally facing deliverables
Ability to interpret and organize highly complex scientific data including reviewing pre-clinical and clinical trial data and output from statistical analyses
Demonstrated experience in leadership role in designing scientific communications strategy in alignment with corporate strategy
Experience working closely with external experts and authors
Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities and tight deadlines
Experience in Orphan or Rare Disease areas, prior launch experience, and/or experience in pulmonary medicine or infectious disease preferred
Ability to manage external vendors and provide clear, concise direction
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to understand and effectively communicate complex scientific and clinical data to internal and external stakeholders
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, clarity, accuracy and conciseness
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within collaborative and cross-functional teams
Must successfully exhibit Insmed's five (5) core corporate values of: Collaboration, Accountability, Passion, Respect & Integrity, along with any other position specific competencies
Individuals must demonstrate the ability to interact successfully in a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace
Travel Requirements
Up to 15% travel
Salary Range
Insmed takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training, and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
The base salary range for this job is from $179,000.00 to $250,800.00 per year
Compensation & Benefits
We're committed to investing in every team member's total well-being, now and in the future. We offer a competitive total-rewards package to all employees around the world, including:
Flexible approach to where and how we work, regionally based
Competitive compensation package including bonus
Stock options and RSU awards
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible Vacation Policy
Generous paid holiday schedule and winter break
ADDITIONAL U.S. BENEFITS:
401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company-provided Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
Unique offerings of pet, legal, and supplemental life insurance
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental Health on-line digital resource
Well-being reimbursement
Paid leave benefits for new parents
Paid time off to volunteer
On-site, no-cost fitness center at our U.S. headquarters
Additional Information
Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from agencies should not be forwarded to Insmed. Insmed will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes through this source. Insmed will only pay a fee to agencies if a formal agreement between Insmed and the agency has been established. The Human Resources department is responsible for all recruitment activities; please contact us directly to be considered for a formal agreement.
Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.