Director, Scientific Communication Operations

Company: Stoke Therapeutics, Inc.
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

Position Purpose:The Director, Scientific Communication Operations will be responsible for the operational aspects of the Scientific Communications team. The lead will closely collaborate with the Executive Director of Scientific Communications to ensure that the vision of scientific communications is enabled by strong process, collaborations and innovation. The lead will work with members of medical affairs and cross functional partners to ensure excellence in operational processes, tactical execution and alignment that supports the goals of the company. This position will report to the Executive Director, Scientific Communications.Key Responsibilities:

• Develop strong processes (SOPs) and tools to enable the successful implementation of the medical communication strategy
• Create and maintain project plans associated with high priority communications tactics
• Design, Implement and lead operational aspects of MLR review to ensure accuracy and ongoing alignment of key medical communications
• Lead operational implementation of congress activities
• Lead the implementation and ongoing support of Medical Information
• Responsible for budget oversight and management of publication-related workstreams
• Providing regular updates and analytics on Scientific Communication activities and impact
  • Provide an accurate accrual report and other financial support as required.
  • Develop metrics, KPIs and analytics that inform Scientific Communications as well as the broader medical affairs function, accurate data and a clear understanding of the impact of scientific communications.
  • Leads the implementation and support for communications technology initiatives
    • Support ongoing maintenance and content management within Scientific Communications platforms.
    • Maintain vendor relationships, develop and execute training for new vendors, and lead an RFP process if necessary
      • Ensure vendor compliance with standard operating procedures and with external guidelinesRequired Skills & Experience:
        • Bachelor's degree required. Master's, PharmD or PhD in a biological science or related field strongly preferred.
        • 8+ years of related experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical communications agency.
        • Experience working in medical affairs and scientific communications in an operational capacity.
        • Knowledge and understanding of the pharmaceutical commercialization process.
          • Innovative, solution-oriented thinker.
          • Works well in a highly matrixed organization.
          • Management of consultants and vendors.
          • Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
          • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced start-up environment consisting of internal and external team members.
          • Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
          • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.Location(s):Stoke operates sites in Bedford, MA, and Cambridge, MA. This position is a hybrid position with an office setting based in our Bedford, MA location.Travel:This position will require approximately 10% travel.
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