BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Senior Manager, Scientific Communications (TEMPORARY)
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., San Rafael, California, United States, 94901
Overview
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise to create transformative medicines for genetic conditions, using multiple treatment modalities. We develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need and foster an environment that empowers teams to pursue bold, innovative science. Our pipeline includes commercial, clinical, and preclinical candidates with well-understood biology and opportunities to be first-to-market or offer substantial benefits over existing options.
About Worldwide Research and Development: From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the related groups that support those efforts. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
The Senior Manager functions as a key member of the Scientific Communications team, assisting with high-quality scientific outputs and resource utilization. The Senior Manager will work with the Director of Scientific Communications to develop and implement the scientific communication strategy, manage the scientific communication plan for assigned products and therapeutic areas, and oversee scientific messaging for marketing and clinical products.
Responsibilities
Publication Strategy and Planning
Ensure timely execution of scientific communication plans
Assist the development of scientific messaging and maintenance of Scientific Communication Platforms
Ensure cross-functional alignment of messaging and strategies to address gaps
Develop expert knowledge of product- and disease-specific literature and gap analyses to support scientific message development and publication strategy
Organize and implement expert meetings necessary for publication strategy development, collaborate with MDs to develop agenda and content, manage vendors, and attend and present as needed
Support and attend scientific congresses, advisory board meetings, and similar meetings, as required
Facilitate the external development of treatment and management guidelines
Publication Content Creation
Research, draft, and edit scientific and medical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations
Manage agency and/or contract medical writers and/or graphic designers, as needed
Ensure all scientific communications outputs meet the highest standards of medical/scientific integrity
Ensure activities adhere to authorship and publication guidelines as stipulated by ICMJE and GPP 2022
Assist with maintenance and reconciliation activities within publication development database
Other
Respond to internal and external questions about scientific communications for the product area
Participate in cross-functional team meetings to share planning status and issues and maintain awareness of the overall scientific communication plan
Provide support for management of the Scientific Communication budget
Skills & Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid understanding of publication development activities and principles of scientific writing and editing
Ability to interpret, critically analyze and communicate complex scientific data
Advanced understanding of statistical and clinical research concepts
Understanding of biotech/pharmaceutical clinical and regulatory processes
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Education
Advanced degree (MS or higher) in life or health sciences is required
5 or more years of relevant experience in scientific communications, publication planning and/or medical writing
Experience in rare metabolic conditions and advantage
Extensive experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It describes the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is not disclosed here. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary by role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.
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Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise to create transformative medicines for genetic conditions, using multiple treatment modalities. We develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need and foster an environment that empowers teams to pursue bold, innovative science. Our pipeline includes commercial, clinical, and preclinical candidates with well-understood biology and opportunities to be first-to-market or offer substantial benefits over existing options.
About Worldwide Research and Development: From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the related groups that support those efforts. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
The Senior Manager functions as a key member of the Scientific Communications team, assisting with high-quality scientific outputs and resource utilization. The Senior Manager will work with the Director of Scientific Communications to develop and implement the scientific communication strategy, manage the scientific communication plan for assigned products and therapeutic areas, and oversee scientific messaging for marketing and clinical products.
Responsibilities
Publication Strategy and Planning
Ensure timely execution of scientific communication plans
Assist the development of scientific messaging and maintenance of Scientific Communication Platforms
Ensure cross-functional alignment of messaging and strategies to address gaps
Develop expert knowledge of product- and disease-specific literature and gap analyses to support scientific message development and publication strategy
Organize and implement expert meetings necessary for publication strategy development, collaborate with MDs to develop agenda and content, manage vendors, and attend and present as needed
Support and attend scientific congresses, advisory board meetings, and similar meetings, as required
Facilitate the external development of treatment and management guidelines
Publication Content Creation
Research, draft, and edit scientific and medical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations
Manage agency and/or contract medical writers and/or graphic designers, as needed
Ensure all scientific communications outputs meet the highest standards of medical/scientific integrity
Ensure activities adhere to authorship and publication guidelines as stipulated by ICMJE and GPP 2022
Assist with maintenance and reconciliation activities within publication development database
Other
Respond to internal and external questions about scientific communications for the product area
Participate in cross-functional team meetings to share planning status and issues and maintain awareness of the overall scientific communication plan
Provide support for management of the Scientific Communication budget
Skills & Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid understanding of publication development activities and principles of scientific writing and editing
Ability to interpret, critically analyze and communicate complex scientific data
Advanced understanding of statistical and clinical research concepts
Understanding of biotech/pharmaceutical clinical and regulatory processes
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Education
Advanced degree (MS or higher) in life or health sciences is required
5 or more years of relevant experience in scientific communications, publication planning and/or medical writing
Experience in rare metabolic conditions and advantage
Extensive experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It describes the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is not disclosed here. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary by role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.
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