Job Title: Rare Medical Scientific Communication Impact Lead
Location: Cambridge, MA
About the Job
The Director, Rare Medical Scientific Communication Impact Lead. will lead the global approach to disseminating scientific and clinical data across peer-reviewed publications, symposia, and other scientific external digital channels. This individual will serve as the primary liaison with publication houses, journals, and scientific societies to ensure impactful amplification of company data. Working cross-therapeutic areas with publication leads, the Director will drive alignment, consistency, and innovation in how scientific findings are shared externally, positioning the company as a leader in advancing patient care.
We are an innovative global healthcare company, committed to transforming the lives of people with immune challenges, rare diseases and blood disorders, cancers, and neurological disorders. From R&D to sales, our talented teams work together, revolutionizing treatment, continually improving products, understanding unmet needs, and connecting communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.
Main Responsibilities
Publications & External Partnerships
Lead cross-therapeutic alignment of publication strategies, collaborating closely with publication leads in each therapeutic area.
Serve as the primary liaison with publication houses, journal editorial boards, and professional societies related to medical education initiatives.
Drive visibility and amplification of published data through strategic partnerships, supplements, special issues, and digital channels.
Ensure compliance with Good Publication Practice (GPP) and ICMJE guidelines.
Scientific Communications Strategy
Define and implement an integrated scientific communications plan across publications, congresses, symposia, and digital platforms.
Partner with Medical Affairs and R&D leaders across therapeutic areas to ensure consistent, timely dissemination of scientific data.
Identify innovative, cross-functional approaches for communicating complex data to diverse audiences.
Symposia & Scientific Events
Lead design and execution of cross-therapeutic symposia, workshops, and satellite sessions at major scientific congresses.
Collaborate with external experts, steering committees, and agencies to deliver scientifically rigorous and impactful programs.
Ensure consistency of key messages across therapeutic areas and events.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with therapeutic area publication leads, Medical Affairs, Clinical, and Commercial leadership to align strategies.
Provide mentorship and leadership to internal team members and external vendors.
Manage budgets and external partnerships to maximize value and reach.
About You
Qualifications
Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in life sciences or related field is required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in scientific communications, publications, or medical affairs in pharma/biotech is required.
Proven success in cross-therapeutic publications strategy and collaborations with publication houses.
Deep knowledge of scientific congresses, symposia planning, and external engagement.
Strong leadership and cross-functional influence skills.
Expertise in GPP, ICMJE, and compliance frameworks.
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or a lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
North America Applicants Only
The salary range for this position is:
$172,500.00 - $249,166.66All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.