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Associate Director, Global Scientific Communications, Medical Affairs

United States Full Time

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

 

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

 

Legend Biotech is seeking an Associate Director, Global Scientific Communications, Medical Affairs as part of the Medical Affairs team based Remotely.

Role Overview

Legend Biotech is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Associate Director to join our Global Scientific Communications team within the Medical Affairs organization. This role, working closely with the Scientific Communications team, is responsible for the creation, management, and optimization of scientific content that supports the medical strategy for our lead BCMA CAR-T, cilta-cel, and enhances communication with healthcare professionals, internal stakeholders, and external partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background in hematology/oncology, excellent writing and editorial skills, and experience in medical communications within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. At Legend Biotech, you’ll be part of a passionate Medical team dedicated to advancing science and improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Content Strategy & Development
    • Drive creation of global scientific communication platforms and messaging frameworks for key assets
    • Develop high-quality, scientifically accurate content including, but not limited to, slide decks, scientific narratives, FAQs, and other congress and publications related education materials
    • Translate complex scientific data into clear, engaging, and compliant materials for multiple audiences
    • Engage with global HCPs, as needed, to support medical strategy and priorities  
  • Scientific Communications Support
    • Support the development of publications including congress materials and manuscripts (ie, posters, abstracts, presentations, manuscripts)
    • Assist in global publication planning and execution in collaboration with external agencies and partners as well as internal stakeholders and cross functional team
    • Ensure consistency in scientific messaging across all medical affairs deliverables
  • Innovation & Digital Engagement
    • Drive adoption of innovative communication formats (interactive PDFs etc)
    • Support global digital strategies for scientific content dissemination
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, and others) and alliance partners to align content with strategic objectives
    • Support global publication planning and execution in collaboration with external authors and agencies.
  • Project Management
    • Manage timelines and workflows for multiple content projects simultaneously.
    • Support budget management
    • Oversee review and approval processes through systems like Veeva or similar platforms
    • Ensure all content complies with industry regulations, internal policies, and SOPs, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

  • Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MS preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in medical communications, scientific writing, or content development in biotech/pharma.
  • Strong understanding of medical affairs functions and processes.
  • Ability to work and make decisions independently, and prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent project management and vendor oversight skills.
  • Integrate cross-functional needs and balance competing priorities effectively.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to synthesize scientific data and tailor messaging for different audiences.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
  • Proficiency in content management systems and document review platforms (ie, Veeva Vault).
  • Familiarity with compliance standards (ICMJE, GPP, FDA/EMA regulations).

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Benefits

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can thrive - both professionally and personally. To attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive industry, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that supports well-being, financial stability, and long-term career growth. Our offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of our team members and their families, ensuring they feel valued and supported every step of the way. Highlights include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one. Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles. We offer eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, 11 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs - demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work. Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent employees. Contract employees are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

 

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

 

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions.

 

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.