Director, Scientific Communications - Lupus (Global Medical Affairs)

Biogen is specifically focused on transforming the lives of patients with severe immune-mediated diseases by developing novel targeted therapies with outsized clinical impact, faster. Our mission to find therapies for immune-mediated, neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. To accomplish this, we are seeking top talent to join us on our journey.

About This Role: 

As a Director, Scientific Communications within the Global Medical Affairs Lupus Department, you will spearhead the development of the scientific narrative for general rheumatology and dermatology indications including Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), ensuring the story aligns with the unmet medical needs and the mechanism of the disease. This pivotal role involves creating compelling scientific content for both internal and external stakeholders, including symposia at global medical congresses and educational materials for medical teams. You will lead cross-functional working groups to foster alignment and guarantee that the content produced is purposeful and coherent. As an integral member of the Global Medical Affairs team, you will contribute to the strategic direction of our immunology portfolio and be a key player in advancing our narrative in the field.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development of the scientific narrative across planned rheumatology and dermatology indications, emphasizing unmet needs, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic actions.

• Organize and execute scientific symposia at key global medical congresses, aligning with medical objectives.

• Develop scientific content for use by field-based medical personnel, including educational "symposia in a box."

• Create training materials for scientific and medical personnel, supporting onboarding and ongoing education in disease areas and therapeutic assets.

• Chair the scientific narrative cross-functional working group to ensure alignment across departments and the fitness of content for its intended purpose.

• Collaborate with clinical development leads, health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) leads, and publication leads to develop core scientific narratives and content.

• Manage external medical communication vendors, including reviewing and approving statements of work (SOWs) and invoices.

• Navigate complex situations to maintain scientific credibility and accuracy across all content developed for external use.

• Ensure scientific resources are appropriate for various markets/regions, taking into account differing regulatory and compliance considerations.

• Align content development with the core scientific platform, strategic publication plan, and global medical strategy.

Who You Are: 

You are a seasoned professional with a robust background in medical affairs, particularly within the immunology (rheumatology and dermatology) field. Communication, both written and verbal, is one of your strong suits, and you excel at project management. You are adept at working cross-functionally and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Required Skills:

• MD, PharmD, or PhD degree in a relevant life science field is required.

• 8+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, including experience in medical communications is required.

• Proven track record in scientific content development and narrative creation.

• Experience leading scientific symposia and educational initiatives.

• Exceptional project management abilities.

• Strong ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.

• Superior scientific acumen and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional project management.

• Experience managing external vendors and overseeing project budgets.

• Medical communication agency experience.

Additional Information

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance. 

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance 
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit 
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan 
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year 
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.