Associate Director, Scientific Strategy & Publications

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 Associate Director, Scientific Communications & Publications – Endocrinology will serve as a subject matter expert and the lead for scientific communications, endocrinology, with a primary focus on ADH1 and chronic hypoparathyroidism. This key role within Medical Affairs is responsible for building and executing the global scientific communications platform—from foundational narrative and lexicon development through field medical content, congress strategy, digital education, and peer-reviewed publications. This leader will partner closely with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, and Field Medical teams to ensure scientific consistency, excellence, and impact across all internal and external channels.

Responsibilities

Scientific Communications Strategy & Platform Development

• Develop and own the endocrinology scientific communications platform, including core narrative, lexicon, scientific messaging, and visual frameworks across disease state and asset-level content
• Translate complex clinical and translational science into clear, compelling, and compliant scientific communications tailored to diverse audiences
• Ensure consistency and alignment of scientific messaging across Medical Affairs, publications, congresses, and educational initiatives

Publications Strategy & Execution

• Develop and oversee the integrated publication strategy and tactical publication plan for endocrinology programs
• Lead execution of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations in collaboration with key internal teams including Clinical Development and Global Value and Health Economics, as well as with key opinion leaders
• Manage publication vendors and ensure high-quality, timely delivery aligned with clinical and regulatory milestones

Medical & Field Content Development

• Lead development of scientific content for Field Medical, including slide decks, training materials, FAQs, and reactive resources
• Oversee creation of congress materials, symposia content, booth messaging, digital educational tools, and external scientific presentations

Cross-Functional Leadership & External Engagement

• Partner closely with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Global Value and Health Economics, and Commercial teams to align scientific communication strategy and execution
• Support KOL engagement, advisory boards, and external scientific collaborations as needed
• Represent BridgeBio at key scientific congresses and meetings, as appropriate

Where You'll Work

This role may be based in BridgeBio’s San Francisco office (hybrid) or be a U.S.-based remote, with periodic travel to headquarters as needed.

Travel: Up to ~20% for congresses, scientific meetings, and internal collaboration.

Who You Are

• Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a scientific or medical discipline
• 4+ years of experience in scientific communications, medical affairs, publications, or related roles within pharma/biotech
• Excellent medical writing skills in English is a requirement, as is a proven track record of authoring conference abstracts, scientific posters/presentation, manuscripts, and other scientific content
• Proven ability to understand, interpret and communicate complex scientific data and to develop compelling scientific narratives
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience in endocrinology and/or rare disease is strongly preferred; direct experience in hypoparathyroidism is a significant plus
• Highly organized, strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of publication ethics, GPP, and regulatory/MLR requirements

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