Executive Director, Global Scientific Communications
Opportunity
The Executive Director, Global Scientific Communications will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive scientific communications strategy and team, ensuring alignment across internal and external stakeholders in preparation for the company's first commercial launch in pancreatic cancer and the progression of additional pipeline assets in NSCLC, colorectal cancer, and other solid tumors.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of the global publication plans, ensuring alignment with clinical and scientific objectives.
Oversee and provide strategic direction for medical writing, publication planning meetings, the submission process, and timely/high-quality scientific communications and publications.
Ensure compliance with Good Publication Practices (GPP), ICMJE guidelines, and industry standards.
Manage and optimize the use of Datavision or other publication management systems to ensure visibility, collaboration, and compliance across teams.
Develop and maintain the scientific narrative and core communication messages for pipeline programs.
Oversee creation of scientific platform materials to ensure consistency and scientific integrity in external communications.
Ensure alignment with Medical, Clinical, and Commercial teams for accurate and impactful messaging.
Drive scientific congress planning and execution, including coordination of symposia, abstracts/posters, presentations, and medical booth presence.
Identify opportunities to amplify Revolution Medicines' scientific presence at major oncology congresses (e.g., ASCO, ESMO, AACR).
Implement change management strategies to enhance internal understanding of best practices in publications strategy and execution.
Educate internal stakeholders on scientific publication standards, compliance requirements, and best-in-class medical communication practices.
Build trust across the organization in the Medical Communications function, reinforcing its role as the central authority on publication strategy, planning, and execution.
Serve as a key member of the Medical Excellence team, contributing to medical strategy and launch planning.
Partner with Field Medical (MSLs), Medical Information, and Medical Education to ensure a cohesive medical communications and engagement strategy.
Work with internal and external stakeholders to contribute to educational content for KOLs, HCPs, and internal teams.
Required Skills, Experience and Education
Advanced scientific or medical degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) required
15+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, Medical Communications and publications planning/execution within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
Experience leading scientific publication strategy, medical education initiatives, and external stakeholder engagement
Experience leading a Medical Affairs-focused team
Deep understanding of industry guidelines, and best practices (ACCME, PhRMA Code, FDA, OIG, AdvaMed, Sunshine Act)
Proven ability to develop and execute medical communication strategies aligned with company and scientific priorities
Expertise in scientific communications planning, data dissemination, and medical writing/publication processes, including authorship guidelines (ICMJE, GPP)
Familiarity with clinical development and real-world evidence (RWE) and how these influence scientific communication strategies
Ability to navigate cross-functional partnerships with Clinical, Research/Translational Science, Biostatistics and executive teams
Ability to manage external agency relationships, medical writers, and vendors to ensure quality and compliance in content development
Ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, engaging, and compliant communications for different stakeholders
Experience managing and mentoring teams of medical writers, communication specialists, or publication planners
Ability to work in fast-paced, matrixed environments and lead cross-functional initiatives
Proficiency in publication planning software (Datavision, PubStrat, etc.) and scientific engagement tools
Strong project management skills to oversee multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders effectively
Preferred Skills
Experience in precision oncology and targeted therapies and gastrointestinal and/or thoracic cancers
Previous leadership in launch planning and medical communications/publications strategy
Expertise with digital tools and innovative solutions for medical communication
Base Pay Salary Range
$265,000 - $331,000 USD
Equal Opportunity Employer
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.