Associate Director, Scientific Communications

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Director, Scientific Communications based in the United States.

This is a high-impact Medical Affairs role focused on translating emerging clinical and scientific evidence into clear, rigorous, and engaging communications. You will help shape Scientific Communications strategy while taking hands-on ownership of critical publications, congress materials, scientific platforms, and educational resources. The role offers broad cross-functional exposure across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, HEOR, Regulatory, Legal, Compliance, and Field Medical. You will contribute to launch readiness by strengthening publication planning, congress strategy, governance, and communication capabilities. The position combines strategic leadership with practical execution in a fast-moving, science-driven environment. You will have the opportunity to introduce innovative approaches to scientific communication and influence how complex evidence is shared with diverse scientific audiences. This is an ideal opportunity for a scientifically rigorous and creative professional who wants to help advance meaningful developments in mental health care.

Accountabilities:: Lead and execute the Scientific Communications strategy within Medical Affairs, developing scalable processes and capabilities that support launch readiness and long-term growth.

Partner with Medical Affairs leadership to align scientific communications with broader organizational priorities and strategic objectives.

Identify and implement innovative approaches that improve the clarity, quality, consistency, and impact of scientific communications.

Manage external vendors and collaborate with external scientific experts and thought leaders to support key communications initiatives.

Lead publication planning and execution, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations, while ensuring appropriate governance, compliance, timelines, and cross-functional alignment.

Monitor publication plans, proactively identify risks and dependencies, and coordinate with internal subject matter experts, Clinical Development, and external authors.

Lead scientific planning for major medical congresses, coordinating abstracts, posters, presentations, and related communications with broader publication and Medical Affairs strategies.

Develop and maintain scientific slide decks, FAQs, educational resources, advisory board materials, presentations, and other communications that support scientific exchange.

Translate complex clinical and scientific data into accurate, compelling, and audience-appropriate communications for diverse scientific stakeholders.

Partner closely with Field Medical and other cross-functional teams to ensure consistent and effective dissemination of scientific evidence.

Own and continuously enhance scientific communication platforms for key therapeutic areas, ensuring emerging evidence is accurately incorporated into core Medical Affairs materials.

Drive continuous improvement across publication planning, congress planning, scientific communication processes, and content stewardship.

Requirements:

Advanced scientific degree such as PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, PsyD, or an equivalent qualification in a relevant scientific discipline.

At least 8 years of experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, Publications, or a related function within the biopharmaceutical industry or a scientific/medical communications agency.

Demonstrated experience leading publication planning and execution, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and scientific presentations.

Experience developing and supporting scientific communications for major medical congresses.

Exceptional scientific writing, editing, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, engaging, and scientifically rigorous content.

Prior leadership experience in Scientific Communications is strongly preferred, along with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience in psychiatry, neuroscience, CNS, or another relevant therapeutic area is strongly preferred.

Launch, pre-commercial, or launch-readiness experience is highly desirable.

Strong understanding of Medical Affairs processes, scientific dissemination, publication planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across scientific, medical, operational, regulatory, and commercial functions.

Intellectual curiosity, creativity, and a strong problem-solving mindset, with the ability to navigate complex scientific and operational challenges.

Highly collaborative and comfortable seeking diverse perspectives while confidently making decisions and moving initiatives forward.

Benefits:

Base salary range of $210,000–$255,000 USD per year .

Comprehensive total compensation package including base salary, discretionary bonus, and equity .

Flexible working environment with generous paid time off .

Health and medical benefits .

Mental health and wellbeing support .

Parental and reproductive support .

Financial health benefits and resources .

Remote position available to candidates based in the United States.

Support for reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process.

Employment sponsorship is not available; applicants must already have employment rights in the country where they are applying.

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