Director, Medical Communications & Publications

Rigel Pharmaceutical, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Equity incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Director of Medical Communications and Publications to lead integrated publication and scientific communication plans for assigned Rigel products and indications, ensuring scientific quality, compliance and timely delivery within approved budgets.

Reporting to the Head of Medical Communications and Publications this role partners with medical directors and cross-functional colleagues to translate objectives into prioritized publication plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a medical publications/communications role.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Advanced scientific degree (PhD/PharmD/MD) preferred.
• Hematology/oncology experience preferred with expertise in the area.
• Experience leading strategic publication planning across multiple programs.
• Knowledge of GPP, ICMJE and CONSORT guidelines; CMPP certification preferred.
• Ability to critically evaluate clinical data and guide manuscripts and abstracts.
• Experience managing external agencies, budgets, scopes of work and contracts.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and program management skills; travel up to 15%.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with literature databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of strategic publication plans for assigned Rigel products and indications.
• Oversee delivery of publication plans: manuscripts, abstracts, posters, abstracts; coordinate resources to meet timelines.
• Develop scientific platforms including evidence matrices, narratives, and key messages.
• Identify evidence gaps with Biostatistics and Medical Affairs; integrate findings into plans.
• Lead cross-functional publication discussions with authors and collaborators; escalate as needed.
• Ensure compliance with publication policies and guidelines; coordinate reviews and documentation.
• Participate in the Publication Review Board providing scientific review and guidance.
• Manage publication agencies; oversee timelines, quality, and performance.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and vendor contracts; advise Head of Medical Communications.
• Advance publication enhancements and digital assets such as infographics and videos.
• Plan and review medical congress materials and booth content.
• Oversee development of Medical Science Liaison slide decks to ensure accuracy.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to staff and agencies.
• Contribute to publication KPIs and program analytics; report progress and risks.
• Maintain scientific expertise in therapeutic areas; monitor literature and verify references.
• Recommend improvements to workflows and documentation with the Head of Medical Communications.

Skills

Strategic planning

Medical communications

Budget management

Vendor management

Cross-functional

Scientific writing

Project management

Mentoring

Publication guidelines

Travel readiness

Education

Doctorate degree (PhD/PharmD/MD)

Tools

Publication management system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a Director of Medical Communications and Publications to lead integrated publication and scientific communication plans for assigned Rigel products and indications, ensuring scientific quality, compliance and timely delivery within approved budgets.

Reporting to the Head of Medical Communications and Publications this role partners with medical directors and cross-functional colleagues to translate objectives into prioritized publication plans.