Scorpion Therapeutics
Director, Scientific Communications & Medical Education
Scorpion Therapeutics, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, us, 07922
Role Summary
Director, US- Scientific Communications and Medical Education Leadership – Driving Innovation in Oncology. Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (Hybrid). Reports to: Executive Director, US Medical Affairs Operations. Responsibilities
Develop and execute a U.S.-specific scientific communications strategy in alignment with global objectives and regional needs. Lead the creation, review, and dissemination of U.S.-focused scientific content, including publications, abstracts, posters, presentations. Partner with global teams to adapt and localize global scientific platforms for the U.S. market. Ensure all U.S. scientific communications comply with FDA regulations, PhRMA guidelines, and other relevant standards. Collaborate with U.S. commercial and marketing teams to ensure scientific accuracy and consistency in promotional materials. Support medical information and review activities, ensuring alignment with compliance standards and scientific accuracy. Medical Education
Design and implement U.S.-specific medical education programs, including CME, grants, and symposia, in collaboration with global teams. Build and maintain relationships with U.S.-based KOLs, healthcare professionals, and professional societies to support educational initiatives. Partner with global teams to adapt and execute global medical education programs for U.S. audiences, ensuring regional relevance and compliance. Manage U.S.-based external vendors and agencies to deliver high-quality medical education programs. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of U.S. medical education initiatives and provide feedback to cross functional teams for continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as the primary U.S. point of contact for global scientific communications and medical education initiatives. Collaborate with global medical affairs, clinical development, and commercial teams to ensure alignment of U.S. and global strategies. Provide U.S. market insights to global teams to inform the development of scientific communication and education materials. Contribute to global publication planning and ensure timely execution of U.S.-specific deliverables. Participate in global medical affairs meetings and contribute to the development of global strategies and best practices. Compliance and Quality Assurance
Ensure all U.S. scientific communications and medical education activities comply with FDA regulations, PhRMA Code, ICMJE guidelines, and company policies. Maintain high standards of scientific rigor, accuracy, and integrity in all deliverables. Collaborate with legal, regulatory, and compliance teams to ensure all U.S. activities meet internal and external standards. Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure the impact of educational events and provide actionable insights and data-driven recommendations to executive leadership. Team Leadership and Development
Inspire, mentor, and empower a high-performing, matrixed team responsible for tactical execution and define clear roles and responsibilities while cultivating a culture of excellence and innovation. Foster collaboration, remove barriers to efficiency, and drive accountability across stakeholders. Qualifications
Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent strongly preferred). Minimum of 8 years of experience in scientific communications, medical education, within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry, with at least 5 years in an oncology medical affairs role. Demonstrated success in leading the development and execution of oncology scientific communication and medical education strategies. Proven experience working in a global organization and collaborating with cross-functional, international teams. Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks governing scientific exchange. Deep understanding of U.S. regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, OPDP) and industry standards (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, PhRMA Code). Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Ability to accommodate moderate travel (~25%) to conferences, internal meetings, field visits, and collaborative partnerships. Skills
Strategic Vision Leadership Process Excellence Collaboration with Compliance, Legal, and Regulatory teams Analytical Rigor
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Director, US- Scientific Communications and Medical Education Leadership – Driving Innovation in Oncology. Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (Hybrid). Reports to: Executive Director, US Medical Affairs Operations. Responsibilities
Develop and execute a U.S.-specific scientific communications strategy in alignment with global objectives and regional needs. Lead the creation, review, and dissemination of U.S.-focused scientific content, including publications, abstracts, posters, presentations. Partner with global teams to adapt and localize global scientific platforms for the U.S. market. Ensure all U.S. scientific communications comply with FDA regulations, PhRMA guidelines, and other relevant standards. Collaborate with U.S. commercial and marketing teams to ensure scientific accuracy and consistency in promotional materials. Support medical information and review activities, ensuring alignment with compliance standards and scientific accuracy. Medical Education
Design and implement U.S.-specific medical education programs, including CME, grants, and symposia, in collaboration with global teams. Build and maintain relationships with U.S.-based KOLs, healthcare professionals, and professional societies to support educational initiatives. Partner with global teams to adapt and execute global medical education programs for U.S. audiences, ensuring regional relevance and compliance. Manage U.S.-based external vendors and agencies to deliver high-quality medical education programs. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of U.S. medical education initiatives and provide feedback to cross functional teams for continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as the primary U.S. point of contact for global scientific communications and medical education initiatives. Collaborate with global medical affairs, clinical development, and commercial teams to ensure alignment of U.S. and global strategies. Provide U.S. market insights to global teams to inform the development of scientific communication and education materials. Contribute to global publication planning and ensure timely execution of U.S.-specific deliverables. Participate in global medical affairs meetings and contribute to the development of global strategies and best practices. Compliance and Quality Assurance
Ensure all U.S. scientific communications and medical education activities comply with FDA regulations, PhRMA Code, ICMJE guidelines, and company policies. Maintain high standards of scientific rigor, accuracy, and integrity in all deliverables. Collaborate with legal, regulatory, and compliance teams to ensure all U.S. activities meet internal and external standards. Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure the impact of educational events and provide actionable insights and data-driven recommendations to executive leadership. Team Leadership and Development
Inspire, mentor, and empower a high-performing, matrixed team responsible for tactical execution and define clear roles and responsibilities while cultivating a culture of excellence and innovation. Foster collaboration, remove barriers to efficiency, and drive accountability across stakeholders. Qualifications
Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent strongly preferred). Minimum of 8 years of experience in scientific communications, medical education, within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry, with at least 5 years in an oncology medical affairs role. Demonstrated success in leading the development and execution of oncology scientific communication and medical education strategies. Proven experience working in a global organization and collaborating with cross-functional, international teams. Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks governing scientific exchange. Deep understanding of U.S. regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, OPDP) and industry standards (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, PhRMA Code). Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Ability to accommodate moderate travel (~25%) to conferences, internal meetings, field visits, and collaborative partnerships. Skills
Strategic Vision Leadership Process Excellence Collaboration with Compliance, Legal, and Regulatory teams Analytical Rigor
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