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.
• Content Development Oversight: Provide executive oversight for and ensure the strategic alignment of all Nephrology & Immunology medical affairs communication materials.
• Publications Strategy: Direct strategic vision and ensure execution of the global publication plan for Nephrology & Immunology assets.
• Congress Planning: 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, aligning communication plans with Nephrology & Immunology BU Medical Strategy and influencing enterprise-wide decisions.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience: Advanced scientific degree is required (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent) with a strong understanding of clinical development and medical science, preferably in a Nephrology & Immunology related field.
• Skills and Competencies: Strong ability to present to executive leadership team, strong leadership and delegation skills, superior skills in translating long-term business and clinical goals into actionable, measurable, and integrated medical communication strategies.

Competencies: Accountability for Results, Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving, Patient & Customer Centricity, Impactful Communication, Respectful Collaboration, Empowered Development.

Minimum $225,490.00 - Maximum $337,180.00, plus incentive opportunity: The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate's job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum.

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.

Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.