job summary: Associate Director, Global Scientific Communications Lead Contractor 12 Month Contract REMOTE | US The Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a dynamic, strategic role within Global Medical Affairs that collaborates with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas / assets on a Global level Responsible for the strategic co-development and execution of medical communication plans encompassing tactics such as: core content, scientific communication platforms, HCP education, congress activities, digital initiatives, and communication planningLead medical review of promotional and non-promotional materialsApply medical communications expertise and business acumen to further therapeutic area and global medical communication strategy location: Telecommute job type: Contract salary: $130.00 - 146.19 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Masters responsibilities: Manage Global Medical Communications planning and execution for GIThe Associate Director, Global Medical Communications leads and is accountable for asset level medical communication strategies and implementationLeads Medical Communication initiatives, ensuring quality and timely delivery against medical plansInterface with cross-functional teams to provide scientific leadership and technical expertise across GI, contributing to launch and life-cycle management of a medical unitLead and execute diverse medical communication tactics related to core content (e.g. slide decks), scientific communication platforms (SCP), HCP education (e.g. symposia), congress activities (e.g. medical booth), digital initiatives (e.g. webinars), and communication planning (e.g. integrated communications plans)Coordinate with the Group Lead to monitor performance of goals and delivery of medical communications plansMentorship or matrix management of global medical communications colleagues, fellows, managers, and senior managersOversee budget, financial forecasting, and vendor management for assigned asset(s)Conduct medical aspects of Material Review and ApprovalParticipate in the International CMLR review process as required and ensure materials are medically sound and aligned with relevant company strategyWork with Legal and Regulatory colleagues to resolve questions and provide leadership in concept design and approval of promotional and non-promotional materials.Provide Medical Affairs representation during concept design of materialsEnsure materials adhere to the International CMLR standards and that data is communicated in an ethical, compliant, and accurate mannerEffectively drives and influences project teams towards objectives while enabling and making decisionsLeads one or more asset level strategiesAbility to seek diverse input from multiple constituents and stakeholders to drive innovative solutionsAbility to incorporate feedback and ensure decisions are made swiftly to yield flawless executionAccountable for designing and implementing vision and strategy for designated scopeEnables the tactical execution of the GMC vision and missionLeads and is accountable for asset level strategies being implementedAbility to seek input from multiple constituents and stakeholders to drive innovative solutionsAbility to incorporate feedback and follow up quickly to support swift decision-making and to support flawless executionAbility to identify when decisions need to be escalatedAbility to identify risks and propose alternative solutionsLeads engagement with internal key stakeholders (i.e. Global Medical Affairs strategy, TAU, Global Outcomes Research and Epidemiology [GEO], biostats, GPT/GPLS, Region/LOCs, and Publications) independently and on a regular basis.Creates an internal and external sphere of influence in area of expertise (e.g. networking and speaking at professional conferences)Mentorship or matrix management of fellowsCommitment to DE&IIdentifies and researches new innovative approaches and leverages fit-for-purpose methodsWilling to explore and/or lead Medical Communications innovations as appropriateAbility to identify issues but also offer solutions and possible alternatives; may assist in directing corrective action.May require working across different franchises within the therapeutic area as needed qualifications: A relevant healthcare degree is required. A medical or scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, RN, MS, etc) is preferredMinimum 5 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, preferably within a matrix structure and medical affairs roles (e.g. Medical Science Liaison, Medical Information, Medical Communications, Medical Education, Publications) for candidates with doctoral degree. Minimum7 years experience in the biopharmaceutical industry for candidates with a master's degreePossesses deep level of understanding of core Medical Communications materials (scientific platform, lexicon, core slide decks, communication plan, etc) and can fairly independently drive updates/revisions to these materials.Knowledge of the GI therapeutic area or past experience in GI is a plusStrong collaborator able to inspire teamworkCritical thinker able to understand complex scenarios and focus on prioritiesGood knowledge of medical communication approaches and best practicesFamiliarity with international regulatory and legal guidelines regarding medical communication strategy and executionUp to 20% travel for congresses and offsite meetings may be required skills: Medical Publications, Medical Content Creation, Publication Planning and Strategy Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.