Synectics Inc. · 1 day ago
Scientific Communications & Engagement Director
Gaithersburg, MD
Contract
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expSynectics Inc. is seeking a Director of Scientific Communications & Engagement to lead the internal communications and engagement strategy for their Oncology R&D functions. The role involves working with diverse stakeholders to enhance employee engagement and communicate scientific achievements effectively.
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Responsibilities
Lead the internal communications and engagement strategy for two global multi-site functions in Oncology R&D Biologics Engineering (BE) and Oncology Targeted Discovery (OTD)
Develop an exciting internal communications agenda featuring innovative solutions to enhance employee engagement and tell the BE and OTD stories
Partner with R&D corporate affairs to align and shape science communications that enhance the external reputation of these organization
Define and implement the internal science communications and engagement strategy for BE and OTD, working closely with diverse stakeholders across company including the SVP, Business Planning & Operations (BPO) lead, and the BE and OTD Leadership Teams
Work directly with the SVP and leadership teams to define the strategic focus and develop content for internal and external engagements (e.g. external scientific presentations and Town Hall meetings)
Provide strategic input into our broader Oncology R&D (ORD) internal communications strategy (events, awards, overarching campaigns)
Responsible for the overarching internal editorial calendar and messaging to raise the visibility of BE achievements and to communicate our scorecard (goals) progress
Support the SVP with their external and internal scientific presentations
Lead the strategy for enhancing engagement of BE Leadership team internally
Drive innovative solutions (including digital media and AI) to communicate our scorecard and scientific priorities and bring the BE science to life
Overall accountable for delivery of key business reports to capture scientific achievements / deliverables
Partner with Oncology R&D Corporate Affairs to craft external communications to enhance the external scientific reputation of BioEngineering and Oncology Targeted Discovery
Work as a strong, matrix stakeholder business partner to deliver in a collaborative and engaging manner leading to successful delivery against goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in life sciences
5 years+ experience working as a senior communicator (for example director level) supporting a highly visible and senior leader/executive as a strategic partner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Proven capability to clearly articulate complex scientific data and turn it into effective and compelling communications that is appropriate for audience
Prior pharmaceutical/ healthcare experience in a strategic communications role
Broad knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug discovery and development process
Strong influencing, networking, and team leading skills with all levels of peers and colleagues. Self-starter with a track record of quickly building trust
A proven track record of delivering tasks in a timely manner; comfortable with prioritization and trade-off conversations
Experience in working within complex, fast-paced, high performing teams
Experience of supporting executive communications to engage and motivate internal associates - across geographic, seniority and functional levels
Understanding of external communication requirements with particular focus on social media and traditional media engagement
Scientific knowledge in Oncology or related science areas
Experience leading change or transformation communications
Preferred
PhD or MSc in Life science desired
Benefits
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Company
Synectics Inc.
Synectics Inc. is a premier national staffing firm founded in 1984, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Melissa Lounds
Executive Vice President, Strategic Partnerships
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