Associate Medical Director, Dravet Publications Lead

Biogen, Inc.; Baar; Sur place; CHF 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Biogen is seeking an Associate Director of Medical Communications & Publications for the Dravet syndrome program. You will shape global publication strategy, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure high-quality, compliant communications across manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations.

You will lead external collaborations with medical writers and vendors while aligning with global medical affairs plans and regulatory standards. This role travels 10–20% as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in science or medicine.
• 4–6 years in medical affairs, publications, or medical communications.
• Experience with publication planning (manuscripts, abstracts, presentations).
• Strong knowledge of GPP and ICMJE standards.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear messages.

Responsabilités

• Lead development and execution of global publication strategy for Dravet syndrome.
• Own publication planning processes including abstracts, manuscripts, presentations.
• Coordinate cross-functional contributors to ensure timely delivery of publications.
• Serve as the scientific lead for medical communications, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Develop global scientific communication materials (slides, FAQs, Q&A documents).
• Ensure compliance with GPP and ICMJE guidelines and internal policies.
• Manage external vendors (medical writers, agencies) to deliver publications.
• Support data dissemination at key scientific congresses with planning and alignment to strategy.
• Provide training to drive effective dissemination of scientific content.
• Partner with Global – Regional to integrate external insights and refine strategies.

Description du poste

About This Role

The Associate Director, Medical Communications & Publications, Dravet syndrome (DS), will play a strategic role in the planning and execution of global scientific communications and publication activities to support Biogen’s Rare Disease/Dravet program. As a key member of the Global Medical Affairs team, this role will lead the development and implementation of integrated publication and communication strategies to ensure timely, transparent, and high-quality dissemination of clinical and scientific evidence, supporting informed decision-making among healthcare professionals, payers, and the broader scientific community. This individual will partner cross-functionally to ensure alignment with the Global Medical Strategy while maintaining high scientific rigor and compliance with publication ethics and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead development and execution of the global publication strategy for Dravet syndrome, aligned with overall medical and evidence generation plans
• Own and manage publication planning processes, including congress abstracts, manuscripts, and scientific presentations
• Coordinate cross-functional contributors (clinical, HEOR, safety, regulatory, regional teams) to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of publications
• Serve as the scientific lead for medical communications, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and clarity across materials
• Drive development of global scientific communication materials (e.g., slide decks, FAQs, Q&A documents) to support internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with Good Publication Practice (GPP) guidelines, ICMJE standards, and internal policies
• Manage external vendors (medical writers, agencies) to deliver publications and communication materials
• Support data dissemination at key scientific congresses, including planning, content development, and alignment with broader strategy
• Support training to drive effective dissemination of the scientific content.
• Partner with Global – Regional to integrate insights from external experts and field teams to continuously refine communication strategies

Who You Are

You are a scientifically rigorous and detail-oriented professional with strong expertise in medical communications and publication strategy. You are passionate about translating complex data into clear, impactful scientific messages tailored to diverse audiences. You are collaborative and proactive, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Required Skills

• Advanced degree required: Advanced science degree, MD, PhD, or PharmD
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in medical affairs, publications, or medical communications within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
• Demonstrated experience in publication planning and execution (manuscripts, congresses, abstracts)
• Strong understanding of publication guidelines (GPP, ICMJE) and compliance requirements
• Ability to translate complex clinical data into clear, scientifically accurate communications
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with external experts and cross-functional teams
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to travel 10-20%

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Dravet syndrome and/or rare diseases
• Experience supporting product launches and lifecycle publication strategies
• Experience working in a global role with regional and affiliate alignment
• Familiarity with HEOR, real-world evidence and patient language publications

Job Level

Management

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.

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