Senior Director, Medical Communications, Nephrology & Immunology

Senior Director, Medical Communications, Nephrology & Immunology

The Senior Director, Medical Communications, Nephrology & Immunology directs and provides strategic leadership for the global scientific communication strategy for the assigned Nephrology & Immunology therapeutic area and product portfolio. This includes directing the development and dissemination of all core scientific and medical content to ensure scientific accuracy, consistency, and alignment with the overall Nephrology & Immunology Medical Affairs strategy. The role is a key leadership position within the Nephrology & Immunology Unit (BU) Medical Affairs team, influencing and engaging internal stakeholders, external experts, and the broader scientific community. The role reports directly into the Executive Director, Nephrology & Immunology Business Unit Lead.

Key Responsibilities

Global Scientific Communication Strategy

• Define, direct, and oversee a comprehensive medical communications strategy and tactical plan for the Nephrology & Immunology portfolio aligned to the overall medical strategy
• Collaborate with the Nephrology & Immunology BU Lead and cross-functional teams to ensure global and US alignment
• Shape the scientific narrative for the therapeutic area, ensuring consistency across publications, congresses, and external engagements
• Drive innovation in how scientific data is communicated

Content Development Oversight

• Provide executive oversight for and ensure the strategic alignment of all Nephrology & Immunology medical affairs communication materials
• Direct strategic vision and ensure execution of the global publication plan for Nephrology & Immunology assets
• Direct agency and vendor relationships to deliver publication deliverables
• Set strategic priorities for congress participation and direct the planning and execution of Medical Affairs activities at major scientific congresses

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Act as a thought leader and senior advisor on core Nephrology & Immunology team meetings
• Partner closely with the Global Field Medical Affairs Lead to ensure the global field medical team is equipped with scientifically accurate, consistent, and compliant content aligned to US strategy
• Support launch readiness for new indications or pipeline assets, including data dissemination and stakeholder education
• Ensure all communication activities adhere to relevant company SOPs, GPP, ICMJE guidelines, and global regulatory/legal requirements
• Manage and mentor a team of medical writers and communication professionals

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Advanced scientific degree is required with a strong understanding of clinical development and medical science
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, or Publication Planning within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience directing, developing, and providing executive leadership to a team of direct reports within a global communications function
• Demonstrated track record of defining and directing enterprise-level global communication strategies for late-stage assets and an emerging portfolio
• Proven experience in managing complex budgets, directing large-scale initiatives, shaping workforce planning, and managing agency and vendor relationships on a global scale
• Previous experience overseeing or leading medical information groups is a plus

Skills and Competencies

• Strong ability to present to executive leadership team
• Strong leadership and delegation skills, ability to manage performance, and foster a culture of scientific excellence and accountability
• Superior skills in translating long-term business and clinical goals into actionable, measurable, and integrated medical communication strategies
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, set clear priorities, and direct organizational processes to ensure operational excellence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and align senior leadership on complex scientific and strategic priorities while engaging cross-functional partners
• Knowledge of digital platforms and tools for medical content delivery and engagement

Competencies

• Accountability for Results
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
• Patient & Customer Centricity
• Impactful Communication
• Respectful Collaboration
• Empowered Development

Salary: Minimum $225,490.00 - Maximum $337,180.00, plus incentive opportunity

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days

Company 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, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.