Platform Narrative Leader — Emerging Genetic Medicines

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 155,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is seeking a Senior Director, Emerging + Portfolio Scientific Communications in Indianapolis with global scope to shape how Lilly’s emerging science is understood externally. You will craft platform-level narratives, support executive storytelling, and align with data-driven strategy across teams to position Lilly as a leader in genetic medicines and new modalities.

The role requires deep scientific fluency and strategic editorial judgment, with leadership responsibilities across a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, science, public relations, or related field.
• 10+ years of communications experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare environments.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Lilly does not sponsor work visas.

Responsibilities

• Develop platform narratives for Lilly's emerging science portfolio and inform external storytelling.
• Create executive speeches, presentations, and storytelling modules for senior leaders.
• Collaborate with Global Comms Strategy and Operations on design and production.
• Drive media strategy and engage with journalists covering genetic medicines and biotech.
• Lead and develop the internal communications team and manage agency partners.

Job description

Lilly is seeking a Senior Director, Emerging + Portfolio Scientific Communications in Indianapolis with global scope to shape how Lilly’s emerging science is understood externally. You will craft platform-level narratives, support executive storytelling, and align with data-driven strategy across teams to position Lilly as a leader in genetic medicines and new modalities.

The role requires deep scientific fluency and strategic editorial judgment, with leadership responsibilities across a