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MSD Malaysia

Director, Global Oncology Communications

MSD Malaysia, Rahway, New Jersey, us, 07065


Director, Global Oncology Communications

Job DescriptionThe role of Director, Global Communications, Oncology is a unique opportunity to join our company, a recognized leader in oncology, as a key member of the Global Oncology Communications team. The role is dedicated to managing day-to-day communications related to our company’s broad oncology portfolio, with a specific focus on our marketed and investigational indications in lung, head & neck and melanoma. The candidate selected for this role will work under the guidance of the Executive Director, Global Oncology Communications, in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.Responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following key activities:Lead communications activities in support of our company’s lung, head & neck, and melanoma oncology program; heavy emphasis on milestone communications (regulatory approvals, data releases, medical meeting communications).Drive global and US unbranded communications efforts around lung cancer screening.Responsible for communication to internal and external audiences in alignment with the company’s corporate narrative and Global Oncology business strategy while continuously partnering with Global & U.S. Oncology marketing leaders to develop strategic communications aligned with key business priorities.Proactively evaluate innovative and creative omni-channel strategies to engage with internal and external stakeholders aligned with key priorities; ensure that the strategies are robust and complementary.Develop and communicate strategies, programs and materials for use by our company’s regions and subsidiaries worldwide; help advise regions and subsidiaries for franchise and product communications issues.Serve as a liaison to third party groups (including advocacy organizations) and external experts (including researchers) and to trade and local news media.Work directly with public relations agencies and help manage related budgets.Manage direct report supporting our company’s oncology portfolio.Position Qualifications:Commute/Location:This role is based at our Headquarters site in Rahway, NJ (USA), with a Hybrid setup (combination of an in-office & remote). This position

cannot

be 100% remote.Education Minimum Requirements: Minimum of a BA required.Skills/Experience:A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a communications or public relations role within the pharmaceutical or a related industry (hospital, public health, etc.)Oncology experience preferred but not required.Excellent written and oral communications skills across a variety of mediums/channels (e.g., print, digital, presentation).Strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities.Team player, collaborative spirit, ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-visibility role.Budget and agency management experience.Proven ability to prepare strategic communications plans and deliver at the tactical level.Employee Status:

RegularRelocation:

No relocationVISA Sponsorship:

NoTravel Requirements:

10%Flexible Work Arrangements:

HybridShift:

1st - DayValid Driving License:

NoHazardous Material(s):

N/AJob Posting End Date:

09/16/2024Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.

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