Senior Manager, R&D and Early Pipeline Communications

R&D Communications Senior Communications Manager Hybrid Work – on average 3 days a week from office. Boston, MA. At AstraZeneca (AZ), we have three therapy-focused R&D organisations that lead all our work, from discovery through to late‑stage development: Oncology R&D focuses on cancer; BioPharmaceuticals R&D covers Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM), Respiratory and Immunology, Vaccines and Immune Therapies, and opportunistically Neuroscience; Rare Disease focuses on rare diseases across multiple therapy areas. Our R&D groups are unified in their approach and united in their purpose, working both independently and together with shared functions that specialise in key scientific capabilities from medicinal chemistry to biometrics, patient safety to data science and artificial intelligence (AI), and clinical innovation to device technology. We accelerate discovery and development to bring new medicines to patients. What You’ll Do Support planning and content development for integrated external communications plans to strengthen AstraZeneca’s reputation as a scientific leader in science, disease areas, and technology platforms. Support the development of impactful and accessible scientific messaging that enables leaders and employees to communicate the impacts of our R&D clearly, consistently, and comprehensively. Deliver global communications plans from Phase IIb through launch, including milestones, data readouts, regulatory events, congress presence, partnerships, and competitive responses. Support creation of compelling disease and asset narratives with clear messages and proof points; produce press releases, Q&As, and materials for global and local use. Identify proactive communications opportunities based on the overall R&D strategy and devise tactics that showcase the broad‑reaching impacts of our science. Showcase and amplify scientific publications relating to R&D science and technology, and highlight and support scientists across our digital platforms. Develop a strong digital and social media strategy for strategic R&D priorities, finding opportunities and leading on content development optimized for use across AstraZeneca channels. Closely partner with teams across global corporate affairs, including the global media relations and digital communications teams, on relevant communications activities and find opportunities for engagement and collaboration. Support markets to effectively communicate about AstraZeneca’s scientific programmes and disease areas. Establish measures of success and implement relevant evaluation tools for KPIs across communications activities. Essential for the Role Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a communications role. Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field. Established track record of supporting impactful, content‑rich science communications across multiple channels and stakeholders with proven measures of success. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships. Sense of urgency; self‑motivated, detail‑minded, and able to multi‑task. Proactive approach in resolving problems and issues. Ability to work in a global environment, including understanding of cultural differences. Exemplary English written and verbal communication skills. Team worker with a high level of personal accountability. Desirable for the Role Experience working in matrix organisations across multiple teams. Experience working with senior leaders and external stakeholders. Entrepreneurial approach and desire to challenge the status quo. Strong channel management, digital skills, and knowledge of technology options. Able to develop and maintain networks across business and cultural boundaries. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Office Working Requirements We require in‑person work on average three days per week, with flexibility to balance office presence and individual flexibility. Salary & Benefits The annual base pay for this position ranges from $124,608.80 – $186,913.20 USD. Eligibility for short‑term incentive bonuses, equity‑based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles is offered. Benefits include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (vacation, holiday, and leaves), and health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with applicable plans. Equal Employment Opportunity Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. #J-18808-Ljbffr AstraZeneca