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Director, Global Oncology Communications

Merck

Rahway, New Jersey, United States of AmericaFull TimeStaff$173.2k – $272.6k/yr
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Location
Rahway, New Jersey, United States of America
Employment
Full Time
Work model
On-Site
Level
Staff
Salary
$173.2k – $272.6k/yr
Posted
19h ago

Skills

Spark

About this role

Job Description

The role of Director, Global Communications, Oncology is a unique opportunity to join our company, a recognized leader in oncology, as a key member of the Global Oncology Communications team. The role is dedicated to managing day-to-day communications related to our company’s leading oncology therapy with a focus on lung, melanoma and head & neck cancers. The candidate selected for this role will work under the guidance of the Executive Director, Global Oncology Communications, in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following key activities: Lead strategic execution of integrated communications programs to support two of our company’s oncology in-line products in partnership with cross-functional colleagues, including our Company's Research & Development Division, Human Health, Investor Relations, Global Media Relations, Policy, Market Access and more; heavy emphasis on milestone communications (regulatory approvals, data releases, medical meeting communications). Anticipate and prepare communications materials for U.S. and global issues related to our oncology products. Responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to advance our company’s reputation as a leader in oncology, aligned with the company’s corporate narrative, Global Oncology business strategy and key business priorities. Develop and execute communications strategies, programs and materials for use by our company’s regions and subsidiaries worldwide; help advise regions and subsidiaries for franchise and product communications issues. Serve as a liaison to third party groups (including advocacy organizations) and external experts (including researchers) and to trade and local news media. Work directly with public relations agencies and help manage related budgets. Manage direct report supporting our company’s oncology portfolio.

Qualifications

A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a communications or public relations role within the pharmaceutical or a related industry (hospital, public health, etc.) Oncology product communications experience preferred but not required. Excellent written and oral communications skills across a variety of mediums/channels (e.g., print, digital, presentation). Strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities. Team player, collaborative spirit, ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-visibility role. Budget and agency management experience. Proven ability to prepare strategic communications plans and deliver at the tactical level.

Education

Bachelor's degree required Required Skills: Advertising Management, Advertising Management, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Business Strategies, Communication Management, Communications Planning, Communications Strategy, Communication Strategy Development, Content Creation, Crisis Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Digital Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Healthcare Policies, Media Relations, Oncology, Oral Communications, People Leadership, Policy Development, Project Management, Public Affairs, Public Relations (PR) Management, Public Relations Consulting, Public Speaking, Regulatory Reviews {+ 2 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor,

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