Executive Director, Scientific Information Integration

Be a hero for our rare disease patients At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won't go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.Why Join Us?We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work. If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.Position SummaryThe Executive Director, Scientific Information Integration provides strategic leadership across the scientific information and publications organization (SIP), serving individual programs as the central integrator between clinical regulatory writing, clinical trial transparency, library sciences, and scientific publications. This role is accountable for ensuring a seamless, compliant, and strategically aligned flow of scientific data and information from early clinical development through post-approval and lifecycle management. In addition, this position assesses and enables modern, technology-informed scientific communication practices including AI within SIP playing a critical role in maximizing cross-functional alignment to ensure efficiency and data driven excellence.Work ModelRemote: Officially documented as working full-time from home, with travel to Ultragenyx's offices or other locations on occasion as needed.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership for the integration of scientific information activities, establishing cohesive program strategies that align the following with core program teams: Clinical regulatory documentsClinical trial disclosure and transparency activitiesScientific publications and congress disseminationLibrary sciences search and deliveryEnsure continuity and consistency of scientific data interpretation and messaging across development and commercialization stages Oversee the development and execution of integrated, lifecycle-based publication strategies aligned with Regulatory milestones and Medical Affairs objectivesEnsure publications are strategically sequenced to support launch readiness, scientific leadership, and long-term evidence generationPartner with authors, investigators, and internal stakeholders to uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity, transparency, and complianceProvide strategic oversight for clinical trial disclosure and data sharing activities, ensuring alignment with global regulations and evolving transparency expectations including strategic release of trial registrations and results disclosures with publications, external data requests, and corporate objectivesElevate data transparency from a compliance requirement to a strategic enabler of scientific trust and credibilityServe as a strategic peer partner to Medical Affairs leadership, collaborating on: Evidence planning and scientific platform developmentConsistent interpretation and use of clinical dataOptimization of publication content and planning to support medical and commercialization planningImproved timeliness and strategic impact of scientific publications and disclosuresEnable teams with proactive, integrated, high-quality scientific informationLead the identification, evaluation, and implementation of AI-enabled and digital tools to modernize scientific information and publications workflowsDrive efficiencies and insights across literature surveillance, publication planning, data access processes, and scientific content developmentInfluence and collaborate with senior leaders across key stakeholders including: Clinical Development (e.g. Clinical trials, Disease Monitoring Programs, ISTs)Medical Affairs (e.g. Scientific Communications, Medical Information, Medical Communications, HEOR, MSLs, Patient Diagnosis Program)Regulatory Affairs (e.g. Clinical Regulatory Strategy, CMC Regulatory)Commercial (e.g. Market Access & Payer Marketing, UltraCare Liaisons)Others as needed (e.g. Investor Relations, Corporate Communications, Market Access & Payer Marketing, etc.)RequirementsAdvanced degree preferred (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent discipline)12+ years of experience in scientific publications, clinical trial transparency, regulatory writing, or related evidence-focused rolesMust have exceptional collaboration skills to coordinate, align, and prioritize needs across multiple functions within the SIP group and across other departmental groupsOutstanding leadership skills to partner with multiple stakeholders and program team members to influence without authorityExperience to meet the global needs for information integration to meet the specific needs for each region, while maximizing efficiencies across regionsMust have strong written and verbal communications skillsExperience in leveraging AI tools and other process improvement and continuous improvement efficiency skillsDemonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives spanning development and post-approval activitiesStrong understanding of global scientific publication standards and clinical trial transparency requirementsPrior people leadership and matrixed leadership experience preferredStrategic lifecycle thinking and systems integrationExecutive-level stakeholder engagement and influenceComfort operating at the intersection of science, compliance, and innovationChange leadership and technology-forward mindsetPay Range: $274,500 USD - $339,000 USDBenefitsGenerous vacation time and public holidays observed by the companyVolunteer daysLong term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offeringsEmployee wellbeing benefitsFitness reimbursementTuition sponsoringProfessional development plansBenefits vary by region and countryUltragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.J-18808-Ljbffr