Company Description

Biogen’s West Coast Hub, based in South San Francisco, is specifically focused on transforming the lives of patients with severe immune-mediated diseases by developing novel targeted therapies with outsized clinical impact, faster. To accomplish this, we are seeking top talent to join us on our journey.

Job Description

About This Role: As a Medical Science Director within the Global Medical Affairs Department, you will spearhead the development of the publications strategy for nephrology indications, outlining key scientific statements to support the development and execution of strategic publication plans for each indication. You will lead cross-functional working groups to foster alignment. As an integral member of the Medical Affairs team, you will contribute to the strategic direction of our nephrology portfolio.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development of the core scientific platform and strategic publication plan for each indication.
• Development of timely literature summaries, highlighting key new publications in the literature relevant for the programs.
• Responsible for medical communications vendor management to ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Responsible for ensuring that all publications shared externally are aligned to the global publication plan and were generated following Biogen SOPs and industry standard publication practices.

Who You Are: You are a seasoned professional with a robust background in medical affairs. Communication, both written and verbal, is one of your strong suits, and you excel at project management. You are adept at working cross-functionally and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• MD, PharmD, or PhD in a relevant life science field.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Medical Affairs, including at least 3 years of experience in strategic publications planning.
• Proven track record in scientific communications.
• Experience leading scientific symposia and educational initiatives.
• Exceptional project management abilities.
• Strong ability to work effectively in a matrix environment.
• Superior scientific acumen and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional project management.
• Experience managing external vendors and overseeing project budgets.

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is $175,000 - $291,000. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job related years of relevant experience, internal equity, and location of the job. Additionally, this role is eligible for participation in Biogen’s LTI grants and other incentive programs. Biogen offers a full range of benefits that include medical, dental, life, long and short-term disability insurances, vacation, end-of-year shutdown, and 401K participation and matching contributions.

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.