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Job Title: Associate Director / Director, Scientific Communications (Neuropsychiatry & Epilepsy)

Location: Remote

Start Date: Mid-August preferred (to support onboarding before two major scientific congresses)

Position Summary:

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic Scientific Communications leader to drive the development and execution of integrated communication strategies across Neuropsychiatry and Epilepsy therapeutic areas. This role requires a seasoned professional with the ability to distill complex scientific concepts into aligned communication priorities and narratives that support cross-functional goals and scientific engagement.
• The ideal candidate brings deep experience at a high level and has a proven track record of leading publication planning, data communication strategies, and congress engagement. This individual will play a key role in shaping scientific messaging and ensuring seamless integration across internal and external communication platforms.
• This is a high-impact, cross-functional role that requires a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and can balance independence with strategic collaboration across medical, regulatory, commercial, and clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of scientific communication strategies for Neuropsychiatry and Epilepsy, ensuring scientific consistency and alignment across programs.
• Translate complex clinical and scientific data into clear, compelling narratives tailored to diverse stakeholders including HCPs, internal teams, and external collaborators.
• Own and drive publication planning in collaboration with Medical Affairs, Clinical, and External Affairs, ensuring timely development of abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Develop scientific platforms, lexicons, and key messaging documents to support scientific engagement and alignment across channels.
• Partner cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Commercial, and Clinical teams to ensure communication plans support broader business objectives.
• Lead or support planning and execution of key medical congress activities, including abstract submissions, symposia content, booth materials, and on-site coordination.
• Provide strategic input into lifecycle planning and data dissemination strategies across indications.
• Stay abreast of scientific literature and competitive intelligence to inform communication strategy and proactive planning.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years in scientific communications within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Experience at the Associate Director or Director level, with demonstrated leadership and strategic planning capabilities.
• PharmD preferred; PhD, MD, or equivalent advanced scientific degree with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Proven ability to lead and own scientific communication strategies—not just support them.
• Demonstrated success in aligning communication priorities across multiple therapeutic areas, with specific ability to bridge Neuropsychiatry and Epilepsy content.

Key Skills and Competencies:

Advanced expertise in:

• Scientific writing and messaging
• Publication planning and strategy
• Strong understanding of the biopharmaceutical R&D lifecycle and clinical data interpretation.
• Experience with medical congress planning is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work autonomously while effectively collaborating across cross-functional stakeholders in a matrix environment.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting with evolving priorities.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelDirector

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionScience
• IndustriesPharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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