Associate Director, Global Medical Communications at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

235600.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Communications, Scientific Publications, Clinical Development, Data Interpretation, Project Management, Collaboration, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organizational Abilities, Vendor Management, Congress Strategy, Scientific Narrative Development, Medical Education, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement, Competitive Intelligence

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Why Join Us? 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. Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. 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 Summary: The Global Medical Communications Lead will develop and execute the medical communications strategy for approved products or investigational programs for Ultragenyx’s rare disease portfolio, and within the Global Medical Affairs organization. This role ensures that data generated across clinical, real-world, and HEOR studies are accurately, consistently, and effectively communicated across audiences and channels. The individual will collaborate/align cross-functionally with stakeholders including Global Medical Leads, Publications, Medical Information, HEOR, regional medical teams, and other medical and cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality, robust, and timely scientific content to support education, engagement, and readiness across all stages of development and commercialization. ultrainnovative – Tackle rare and dynamic challenges Work Model: Remote: Officially documented as working full-time from home, with travel to Ultragenyx's offices or other locations on occasion as needed. Responsibilities: Develop and implement the program-level medical communications plan aligned with the global integrated evidence plan (IEP), brand strategy, and launch/medical objectives. Lead the development and updates of the core scientific narrative in collaboration with external vendors and internal stakeholders, globally and regionally. Lead the development and updates of medical communications deliverables including product/program Q&As/talking points, disease and program slide decks, and other medical content deliverables. Support congress strategy and lead the creation and execution of Medical Affairs congress deliverables, including symposia content, booth materials, and post-congress summaries. Partner with the Publications team to ensure alignment of publication outputs with the medical narrative and evidence dissemination plan. Collaborate with Medical Information and other Medical Affairs colleagues to ensure consistency and scientific accuracy across standard response documents, medical education training, field medical materials, and other medical deliverables. Ensure that medical communications deliverables reflect current data, adhere to scientific and compliance standards, and align with global messaging. Manage external Medical Communications vendors to ensure quality, compliance, and fiscal discipline and take ownership of timelines to ensure on-time delivery of all materials. Capture scientific insights and competitive intelligence from congresses and other sources into actionable updates for the Global Medical Lead and cross-functional partners. Serve as a key contributor to launch readiness, ensuring the organization is scientifically prepared for internal and external engagement. Requirements: Advanced degree in a scientific or medical field (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent). 6-10 years of experience in medical communications, scientific publications, or related Medical Affairs roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Proven experience in developing scientific narratives, slide decks, and congress materials. Strong understanding of clinical development and data interpretation, including ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate complex data into clear and concise, audience-appropriate messages. Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced, matrixed environment; ability to lead multiple therapeutic areas concurrently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong project management and organizational abilities. Experience managing external agencies and vendors. Ability to travel domestically and internationally (~20%). #LI-CS1 #LI-Remote The typical annual salary range for this full-time position is listed below. This range reflects the characteristics of the job, such as required skills and qualifications and is based on the office location noted in this job posting. The range may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. This position is eligible for annual bonus and equity incentives. Actual individual pay is determined by demonstrated experience and internal equity alignment. Pay Range $190,700—$235,600 USD Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to: · Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company · Volunteer days · Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings · Employee wellbeing benefits · Fitness reimbursement · Tuition sponsoring · Professional development plans * Benefits vary by region and country Ultragenyx 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. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com. See our CCPA Employee and Applicant Privacy Notice. See our Privacy Policy. 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. Note to External Recruiters: All candidate activity and open positions are managed strictly through our Human Resources Department. Our Human Resources Department kindly requests that recruiters not contact employees/hiring managers directly in an attempt to solicit business and present candidates. Please note that failure to comply with this request will be a factor in determining a professional relationship with our organization. Submission of unsolicited resumes prior to an agreement set in place between the Human Resources Department and the recruiting agency will not create any implied obligation. Inquiries on developing a recruiting relationship with us, may be directed to: talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com.

Responsibilities

The Global Medical Communications Lead will develop and execute the medical communications strategy for Ultragenyx’s rare disease portfolio. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure effective communication of scientific data across various audiences and channels.