Manager, Medical and Scientific Communications

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Manager, Medical and Scientific Communications. The manager of Medical and Scientific Communications is a key member of the Medical and Scientific Department within the Medical Affairs organization. This person will serve as an active member on cross-functional teams representing the Medical Information function. The individual will be responsible for the medical review of medical materials as well as the medical review of promotional materials.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide management of Medical Information activities for a therapeutic area and oversight of the Medical Information call center vendor for a therapeutic area

• Analyze data insights in order to identify scientific gaps in Medical Information resources

• Provide organization and management of congress planning in terms of Medical Information for a therapeutic area

• Provide medical review of medical materials as well as the medical review of promotional materials.

• Oversee the staffing of Medical Information booths at designated scientific meetings and manage related activities, including coordinating the training of booth staff

• This individual will become the subject matter expert that is responsible for providing accurate, timely, and unbiased Medical Information (MI) for the assigned therapeutic area(s).

• The individual will be able to evaluate data, and maintain an in-depth understanding of product knowledge, associated disease states, treatment guidelines, labeling, and relevant internal data for assigned therapeutic area.

• The individual will be able to summarize literature and clinical guidelines in developing materials and content that conveys a clear and appropriate medical message.

• The candidate will create, update and maintain resources for use in response to unsolicited Medical Information requests. 

• The individual will manage, train, and mentor the Medical Information call center vendor on product area assigned.

• The individual will be responsible for quality assurance of the Medical Information vendor.

• The candidate will be able to identify Medical Information insights based on MI inquiries and partner with cross-functional colleagues to identify scientific gaps and implement strategic solutions.

• The individual will be responsible for organizing, managing, planning, and staffing the Medical Information booth at medical congresses. This person will be responsible for post congress debrief in terms of Medical Information.

Key Core Competencies

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Organizational and planning skills, be detail-oriented

• Experience in scientific/medical literature identification and evaluation

• Familiarity with PC based applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Highly self-motivated and able to handle multiple tasks in timely fashion

• Analytical, solutions-oriented, negotiation and strategic-thinking skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.

• Minimum of a Master's degree in pharmacy or related science. Advanced degree in related science preferred (PharmD, etc.)

• Healthcare professional license preferred

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry

The base salary range for this role is $122,100 to $152,600. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state.  Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter.  Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance: Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer

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; 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.