Medical Communications and Training Lead
Job Description
Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life-changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical-stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted drugs can play a transformational role.
Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting-edge science in disease spaces that are historically under-addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn .
Summary of Position:
Reporting to the Global Head of Scientific Communications and Medical Excellence, the Medical Communications and Training Lead is a key strategic partner of the Medical Affairs team, who will be accountable for the medical communication strategy and deployment of medical affairs training to support internal and external needs for the assigned therapeutic area. The ideal candidate is a dynamic and experienced professional with a strong scientific background, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in medical communications, training, and congress support.
Position Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute on strategic medical communication plans that align with overarching program objectives and therapeutic area needs. Tactics may include the development and maintenance of the scientific communication platform and medical narrative, field medical slide decks and materials, publication extenders, medical symposia content, and medical booth assets.
- Ensure all medical communication content is regularly updated, accurate, and readily available for external use by identifying and leveraging the most appropriate communication channels.
- Develop and maintain medical affairs training curricula and content specific to disease, product, and the therapeutic landscape to be used for onboarding and ad hoc training.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training sessions, and update content as needed based on evolving priorities and insights.
- Lead the strategic planning, coordination, and execution of medical congress-related activities including symposia and booth content.
- Provide on-site support at congresses ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and company SOPs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with relevant internal stakeholders including Medical Affairs and Clinical Development to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment on key medical communication objectives.
- Serve as a subject matter expert to provide medical insights and guidance on medical content.
Candidate Requirements:
- PharmD, MD, or PhD required.
- 5-7+ years of experience in medical communications.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills required with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into engaging material.
- Demonstrated ability in overseeing external vendors and managing associated budgets.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize complex information, and problem solve.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical standards, compliance, and regulations.
- Experience and knowledge of clinical trial reports, data presentation, and interpretation.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong ability to simultaneously handle multiple activities, prioritizing and pivoting as necessary.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other applications as warranted.
- A minimum of 30% travel is required.
Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.