Ultragenyx is seeking an Associate Director, Global Medical Communications to develop and execute the medical communications strategy for approved products or investigational programs for their rare disease portfolio.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in a scientific or medical field (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent).
- 6-10 years of experience in medical communications and scientific publications within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic publication planning at the program level, with ability to align publications with integrated evidence plans and medical priorities.
- Proven experience in developing scientific narratives, slide decks, and congress materials.
- Strong understanding of clinical development and data interpretation, with ability to translate complex data into clear, audience-appropriate scientific messages.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced, matrixed environment; ability to lead multiple therapeutic areas concurrently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong project management and organizational capabilities.
- Experience managing external agencies and vendors.
Benefits
- Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
- Volunteer days
- Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
- Employee wellbeing benefits
- Fitness reimbursement
- Tuition sponsoring
- Professional development plans