Director of Scientific Communications & Evidence Generation

Genetix Biotherapeutics; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 214,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Employer-matched 401(k) plan

Flexible time-off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Genetix Biotherapeutics in Somerville, Massachusetts is seeking a Director of Scientific Communications & Evidence Generation. This role involves developing dissemination plans for scientific data, managing a team, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have an MD, PharmD, or PhD with over 8 years of experience in Medical Affairs, especially in biopharma. Competitive salary ($214,000 - $255,000) and comprehensive benefits offered, including health insurance, 401(k), and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Medical Affairs/Scientific Communications within biopharma.
• Experience in hematology or Oncology or cell and gene therapy.
• Fluency with compliance frameworks and medical review processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop publication plans and oversee the review process.
• Lead evidence generation planning across teams.
• Develop scientific training programs for internal teams.

Skills

Scientific writing

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Understanding of hemoglobinopathies

Experience in Medical Affairs

Education

MD, PharmD, PhD in biomedical field

Job description

Director of Scientific Communications & Evidence Generation

Somerville, Massachusetts

About Genetix Biotherapeutics

At Genetix Biotherapeutics every role has meaning, every team member is respected, and every day is a chance to make a difference. When you join Genetix, you’re not just landing a new role, you become part of a company that’s pursuing curative gene therapies to give patients and their families more days. We are doers, thinkers and collaborators who embrace and live by our values:

Our innovation is rooted in the diversity of our teams and results are achieved through cooperation and the integration of multiple viewpoints. This is personal and we approach every challenge with radical care.

Position Summary

The Director of Scientific Communications & Evidence Generation will be responsible for developing a plan for disseminating the company’s scientific data (manuscripts, abstracts, posters, presentations); as well as identifying clinical evidence gaps, overseeing non-registrational research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to generate real-world evidence (RWE), health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), and investigator-sponsored research (ISR) to support product value and safety profiles. This role requires strong scientific writing skills, advance understanding of industry best practices related to publication-related and research-related compliance, as well as cross-functional leadership savvy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain and 18-month publication plan and lead the publication review process (abstracts, posters, oral presentations, manuscripts, review articles, etc) in compliance with GPP (Good Publication Practice) and ICMJE authorship criteria, as well as data transparency, and fair balance.
• Utilize innovative formats (micro‑learning, interactive pathways, patient‑friendly visuals) and ensure accessibility for diverse audiences
• Maximize the scientific impact of company data via the strategic selection of journals and congresses
• Collaborate with internal/external experts and vendors to draft content and ensure the scientific accuracy of all data to be presented.
• Maintain the enterprise scientific lexicon and core claims matrix; ensure consistency across materials and channels.

Data Generation

• Lead the development of an integrated evidence generation plan (IEGP) aligned with overall medical affairs goals to address unmet needs in collaboration with Clinical Development, Regulatory, HEOR, and Commercial teams to avoid duplicative efforts.
• Evaluate and acquire new data sources (clinical trials, RWD, registries) to support evidence plans.
• Create processes for synthesizing feedback from various sources, including field insights and advisory boards and analyze the data to uncover trends and actionable insights to guide scientific communication and strategic decision-making designed to effect change.
• Conceptualize and execute non‑promotional education for multidisciplinary audiences (hematology, BMT/transplant, apheresis, transfusion medicine, genetic counseling, nursing), including webinars, symposia, workshops, and digital learning modules.
• Establish content measurement frameworks (reach, engagement, knowledge lift, practice intent) and continuous improvement loops.
• Provide operational management for Medical Affairs‑led research, including RWE, HEOR, and ISR, including monitoring the contractual commitments of vendors and collaborators to ensure quality and timeline adherence.
• Ensure all evidence generation activities follow ICH‑GCP guidelines, SOPs, and compliance requirements for post‑marketing research.

Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Collaborate within Medical Affairs and with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance, Commercial, Market Access, and Patient Advocacy to ensure accuracy and balance across communications.
• Develop and deliver scientific training programs for internal teams (e.g., onboarding for MSLs/field medical; refresher modules on gene therapy mechanisms, safety monitoring, LTFU requirements).

Associated Responsibilities

• Own Med Affairs content as well as related SOPs and work processes.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures via audits.
• Develop and deliver monthly and quarterly updates to track progress and align on key priorities.
• Develop and manage department budget
• Lead or co‑lead medical review for scientific materials; partner with Legal/Compliance/Regulatory on clear SOPs and guardrails.

Qualifications

• MD, PharmD, PhD in a biomedical field; experience in hematology or Oncology or cell and gene therapy strongly preferred.
• 8+ years in Medical Affairs/Scientific Communications within biopharma, including publication planning and medical education leadership.
• Understanding of hemoglobinopathies (SCD, β‑thalassemia), cell‑based gene therapy modalities, safety monitoring (including long‑term follow‑up), and registry/RWE experience is preferred
• Experience building omnichannel education programs.
• Fluency with compliance frameworks (GPP, ICMJE, ACCME, OIG, PhRMA Code) and medical review processes.
• Exceptional scientific writing, editorial judgment, and stakeholder management; comfortable engaging with KOLs, investigators, and advocacy leaders.

Salary & Benefits

Pay Transparency
$214,000 - $255,000 USD

Genetix’s total rewards package also provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits suite to support a variety of employee needs. These benefits include comprehensive health, life and disability insurance, employer‑matched 401(k) plan, lifestyle spending account, flexible time‑off + paid holidays and winter holiday period, tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance, paid parental leave, paid onsite parking, commuter subsidy, and much more.

Genetix is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.