Sr. Medical Communications Manager

Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Responsibilities will include (in conjunction with Medical and Company leadership) building and executing a strategic publication plan and developing a comprehensive independent medical education program across multiple therapeutic areas. Provides product information to health care professionals and patients. Responds to questions regarding products in a timely manner. Assists with the creation and maintenance of the product knowledge database used in responding to medical questions related to company products. Works interactively with Clinical Research, Sales and Marketing, Regulatory, and Research personnel to obtain necessary information and to inform other personnel of new issues which may arise. Assists with the receipt, processing, and dissemination of safety information and with the preparation of reports for governmental regulatory agencies.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Align with internal Medical leadership and the publications agency in the development and tactical execution of strategic publications plans across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Manage author/ key opinion leader (KOL) relationships and work with author teams in all aspects of publication development.
• Coordinate and manage publication teams and meetings (e.g., cross-functional publication strategy team, publication author teams, publication steering committees).
• Align with key members of cross-functional and executive teams to develop a dynamic and evolving Independent Medical Education program.
• Identify, procure and distribute the findings of emerging scientific literature relevant to the Company development programs.
• Work with the Medical Communications team to help manage and plan projects with broad organizational participation including: publications, Advisory Boards and Steering Committee meetings;
• Research and respond to Level 2 Medical Information (MI) request escalations using various search and retrieval techniques to develop a medical/scientific response that is accurate, fair balanced, and delivered in a timely manner;
• Serve as an expert Medical resource to internal stakeholders, including MI call center;
• Identify, procure and interpret the findings of emerging scientific literature relevant to the Company development programs;
• Work cross-functionally within Medical Affairs to ensure seamless interface between systems including the Scientific Library, MSL customer relationship management tool and MI databases;
• Work with the Medical Communications team to help manage the staffing and operations of the Medical Affairs booth at scientific conferences/congresses attended by the Company;
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• PharmD or PhD required AND 3+ years of Medical Communications/publication management or related experience. Previous managerial / functional management experience also required. OR
• MD AND 3+ years of Medical Communications/publication management or related experience OR
• Previous managerial / functional management experience also required
• Requires broad understanding of the processes, procedures and systems used to accomplish the team’s work and familiarity with the underlying concepts in other disciplines within the function
• Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within the function and understands contribution to Neurocrine's achievement of business objectives
• Ability to work as part of and lead multiple teams
• Good leadership, mentoring skills and abilities typically leads lower levels and/or indirect teams
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking skills
• Sees broader picture and longer-term impact on division/company
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects/programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Excellent project management, strong project leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in the use of literature searching databases
• Proven ability to build strategy and manage matrix teams
• Proven ability to perform in-depth analysis and interpretation of medical data
• Knowledge of all legal and regulatory guidelines affecting the dissemination of medical information and product promotion

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $151,400.00-$207,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.