About This Role

The Head of Scientific & Value Communications will develop and lead the Scientific & Value Communication function within the US Medical team, a strategic partner within Biogen, who helps inform medical practice across our therapeutic areas and pipeline to improve meaningful patient outcomes. Through development and implementation of a cross-functionally accepted Scientific Communication Plan, the Head of Scientific & Value Communications will ensure consistent, compliant, and impactful communications via publications, congress activities and medical education. As such, this role is accountable for shaping the scientific narrative and leading all aspects of medical communications/publications’ strategic and tactical planning, related to key company scientific data for presentation internally and externally. They will work closely with cross functional partners across US Medical, including but not limited to all US Medical therapeutic areas and functions, US commercial teams, and global medical teams.

What You’ll Do

• Drive an integrated Scientific & Value Communications strategy that is aligned with the brand strategies and medical strategies and meets the needs of patients and health care providers working with Medical Directors in each TA to advance scientific communication and publication priorities.
• Ensure the successful and compliant execution of the Scientific & Value Communications strategy, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts), congresses (medical booth, symposia), digital content, and Field Medical materials.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Market Access teams as well as Global Medical teams and other functions (e.g., public affairs) to ensure the Scientific Communications strategy for the brand/disease state portfolio is aligned cross-functionally
• Manage relationships with external authors and vendors in the preparation and review of publications for assigned projects, including the management of publication review or steering committees, if applicable
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with finance, other medical budget owners, and other relevant functions and effectively manage agencies for project delivery within budget
• Regularly ensure individuals are being assessed and evaluated – with coaching and talent development in place. Foster the climate of growth and development against the backdrop of performance and accountability. Create a positive climate within the team in alignment with Biogen’s culture. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Who You Are

An individual who loves learning new disease states, is highly adaptable and action oriented. You will also need to be a strong collaborator, have a strategic mindset and self-motivated.

Required Skills

• MD, PhD, PharmD, DNP or comparable advanced degree in a scientific / clinical discipline
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the healthcare/pharmaceutical sector with 3+ years’ experience in Medical Affairs/Scientific Publications/Medical Communications
• Experience in multiple therapeutic areas and /or leading franchise teams across a portfolio of brands is required.
• Prior experience directing external vendors and managing budgets is required

Preferred Skills

• Candidate should be skilled at working with publication embargoes, working with journals and publishers, and other external interactions such as publication steering committee meetings.
• Represent a function within a matrix organization through a strong track record of excellent presentation, customer facing, and interpersonal skills
• Strong track record of written and oral communication skills to develop and present scientific information to varied audiences and articulate messages succinctly
• Experience with scientific peer-reviewed publications, global medical communications, and industry publication best practices
• Strong organizational skills to track numerous tasks for multiple simultaneous projects in a deadline-oriented environment

Job Level: Management

Additional Information:

The base compensation range for this role is: $220,000.00-$303,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation

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.