Sr. Director, Publications & Scientific Communications

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on
 
In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. 
 
Together we define white space, push boundaries and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma.

What You’ll Do

The Sr. Director, Publications & Scientific Communications will be responsible for the development and tactical execution of acoramidis publications, scientific communication, and scientific training materials. This role ensures the quality and compliance of scientific and medical documents, aligning publication initiatives with organizational goals and medical strategic imperatives. This individual will work closely with key opinion leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure that our scientific data is effectively communicated to healthcare professionals and the broader medical community. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in scientific communications, publications planning, and medical affairs.

Responsibilities

• Advance and execute the publication plan for acoramidis clinical data, ensuring alignment with medical strategic objectives and compliance with industry best practices (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, PRISMA, CONSORT, etc)
• Lead the timely development, review, and submission of scientific publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, presentations, and plain language summaries
• Collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams, external authors, and agency partners to develop high-quality, high-impact scientific publications
• Drive the development of medical communication strategies and materials to support medical affairs team and cross-functional partners, including internal training and publication extenders
• Maintain updated Scientific Communication Platform and other internal resources
• Manage agency partners and budget for scientific communications and publication activities, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact

Where You’ll Work 

• For candidates based in the SF Bay Area, this is a hybrid role with in-office collaboration 2x per week in our San Francisco Office
• For candidates outside the SF Bay Area, this is a U.S-based remote role with travel approximately once per month

Who You Are

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in scientific publications or medical communications, within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
• Proven track record of leading publication strategies and delivering high-impact peer-reviewed publications and congress materials
• Deep understanding of scientific writing, data interpretation, and statistical concepts related to clinical research
• Familiarity with publication management systems (eg: iEnvision) and strong knowledge of industry guidelines and best practices (GPP, ICMJE, etc)
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred:
• CMPP certification
• Experience in cardiology and/or rare diseases
• Prior medical writing experience

Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible

We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. 

Financial Benefits:

• Market leading compensation 
• 401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2%
• Employee stock purchase program
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals

Health & Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents
• Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions)
• Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work 
• Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need
• Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents
• Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability 
• Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office

Skill Development & Career Paths:

• People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility
• We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching
• We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities