Global Dravet Medical Communications Lead

Biogen, Inc.; Baar; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

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.