Medical Communications Scientist Senior Manager

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Position Overview

The Medical Communications Scientist Senior Manager operates in a matrixed environment and is responsible for communicating accurate and balanced clinical information on Exact Sciences’ Precision Oncology products and services to internal and external stakeholders. This position works cross-functionally with various departments company-wide, most closely with Medical Affairs, Medical Development, Biostatistics, Clinical Development and Regulatory, but also with Marketing and Sales, Customer Service, Pathology, Medical Operations, Legal, Research, and Corporate Communications.

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop knowledge of in-depth clinical and business intelligence and scientific proficiency of marketed and/or pipeline Precision Oncology products and regularly communicate relevant data and related business information to project teams company wide.
• Support Exact Sciences’ Precision Oncology products and services by providing internal and external customers with accurate and balanced clinical information, positively impacting their appropriate and effective use.
• Plan, create, support, and coordinate the development and review of scientific publications (i.e., manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations). May involve writing drafts and incorporating feedback/edits to generate final drafts.
• Critically review company-developed materials and ensure content is accurate and consistent with scientific best practices and Exact Sciences policies.
• Regularly monitor primary, secondary, and tertiary medical literature, critically evaluating data from multiple sources.
• Independently and efficiently develop and maintain department documents (e.g., guidelines, policies, etc.), materials, and databases; identify and communicate process/procedure gaps to Medical Communications team.
• Contribute to the development of dossiers, technology assessments, guidelines, and regulatory submissions; serve as the Medical Communication team representative on related cross-functional project teams.
• Plan, support and attend scientific conferences and medical meetings.
• Summarize and critically review data presented by competitors.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal/external cross-functional leadership, teams, and departments.
• Attend meetings of related professional organizations and stay current with evolving industry/practice landscape; train internal stakeholders on emerging developments in the field that are relevant to our business.
• Mentor department interns and early career colleagues, and train/mentor other company personnel, especially new employees.
• Serve as point of contact for external contractors.
• Strategically contribute to departmental and corporate decisions makers.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures.
• Provide subject matter expertise in applicable regulations, policies, and business practices related to copyright compliance and publication guidelines.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, project and time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-level tasks and projects.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, business practices, copyright compliance, and publication guidelines.
• Strong clinical knowledge/experience, with the ability to communicate complex medical and scientific information at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional level of professionalism, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• Ability to prioritize and drive timely results with an emphasis on quality.
• Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
• Capable of working independently and collaborating effectively across functional groups and teams.
• Ability to provide cross-functional team leadership and identify and communicate Medical Communication team needs within the team.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 90% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in Medical Information/Communications/Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical and/or diagnostics industries or equivalent.
• Medical writing, copy editing, and proofreading experience, and fluency with good publication practices (i.e., ICMJE, GPP4, GPCAP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and reference management software.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (i.e., M.D., Pharm.D., Ph.D.) in relevant discipline.
• Certification in writing and publications (e.g., AMWA, CMPP).

Salary Range:

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time), paid leave for parents and caregivers, a retirement savings plan, wellness support, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits .

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