Senior Medical Affairs Lead: Publications & Strategy

Kite Pharma, Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Kite Pharma, Inc. in Thousand Oaks is seeking an Associate Director of Medical Affairs to lead scientific communication workstreams across early lifecycle programs and disease areas.

You will shape publication strategy, develop evidence-based narratives, and oversee congress content in a regulated, collaborative environment. The role requires strong scientific judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence stakeholders across matrix teams, with responsibilities spanning publications,

Qualifications

• Requires BA/BS with 10+ years, MA/MS with 8+ years, or PhD with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Scientific Communications, Publications, Medical Affairs or related field within biopharma or academia.
• Proven ability to independently lead complex scientific communication deliverables in a regulated environment.
• Ability to evaluate clinical/translational/real-world evidence and communicate implications clearly.
• Experience developing and reviewing scientific publications and Medical Affairs content.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary and matrix teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute integrated scientific communication strategy for assigned programs.
• Translate evidence into clear scientific narratives and field medical content.
• Develop and review field medical resources, FAQs and congress materials; ensure accuracy and proper referencing.
• Ensure alignment across publications, narratives, congress activity and Medical Affairs content.
• Oversee publication vendors and external partners; manage timelines and quality.

Skills

Scientific communication leadership

Evidence evaluation

Publications development

Cross-functional collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Stakeholder influence

Education

Advanced degree requirements (BA/BS w/10y, MA/MS w/8y, PhD w/2y)

Tools

Publication planning systems

Job description

Kite Pharma, Inc. in Thousand Oaks is seeking an Associate Director of Medical Affairs to lead scientific communication workstreams across early lifecycle programs and disease areas.

You will shape publication strategy, develop evidence-based narratives, and oversee congress content in a regulated, collaborative environment. The role requires strong scientific judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence stakeholders across matrix teams, with responsibilities spanning publications,