Associate Director, Medical Communication

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About Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ: JAZZ) is a global biopharmaceutical company with a purpose: to innovate and transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases, often with limited or no therapeutic options.

Our diverse portfolio includes marketed medicines and novel product candidates, ranging from early- to late-stage development in neuroscience and oncology. We actively explore new options for patients through novel compounds, small molecules, biologics, cannabinoid science, and innovative delivery technologies.

Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and operates globally, serving patients in nearly 75 countries. For more information, please visit www.jazzpharma.com and follow @JazzPharma on Twitter.

Job Description: Associate Director, Medical Communications

The Associate Director, Medical Communications, is responsible for:

• Developing medical publications.
• Managing publication agencies/vendors and budgets.
• Overseeing medical communication deliverables.

This role collaborates with the medical communication lead and therapeutic area medical director to develop strategic publication and scientific communication plans.

The Associate Director reports to the Head of Medical Communications for the Oncology Therapeutic Area.

Essential Functions

• Lead publication planning teams for assigned therapeutic areas.
• Oversee abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and manuscripts from Jazz-sponsored clinical trials and research.
• Build partnerships with internal stakeholders, including Medical Affairs Directors, HEOR, biostatistics, and more.
• Establish strong working relationships with authors and external experts.
• Manage publication agencies and participate in vendor selection.
• Handle financial and contractual aspects of projects, including vendor management.
• Ensure publication reviews are completed and materials adhere to Jazz SOPs and good publication practices.
• Develop materials for Medical Science Liaison (MSL) teams.
• Coordinate medical communication activities at key congresses.
• Support scientific communication plans and oversee execution tactics.
• Provide input on commercial strategies.
• Prepare, analyze, and interpret study data.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years in medical communications or a related field.
• Hematology/oncology experience preferred.
• Expertise in strategic publication planning.
• Knowledge of publication practices and guidelines (e.g., GPP3, ICMJE, CONSORT).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Demands

• Occasional mobility in and outside office environments.
• Frequent computer use and prolonged sitting.

Work Environment

• Typical office environment with minimal exposure to noise or temperature changes.
• Occasional need to work outside regular hours to meet business demands.

Compensation (For US-Based Candidates Only)

• Base Pay Range: $156,000.00 – $234,000.00
• Compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.
• Additional benefits include:
  • Discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation.
  • Equity grants.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Flexible paid vacation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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