Associate Director, Scientific & Medical Affairs – Contract

Adverum Biotechnologies

Associate Director leading scientific communications and medical affairs for Adverum, an Eli Lilly-owned gene therapy company. Analyzing clinical data, guiding publications, and supporting ophthalmology-focused launch activities.

Posted 8/5/2026contractRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $65 - $110 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific communication, publication planning, and data analysis within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on collaboration and effective presentation of clinical information. Proficient in managing high-quality publications and engaging with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals.

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Terminal Degree (PharmD, PhD, MD)Publication ExperienceOphthalmology or Gene Therapy ExperienceExcellent Communication and Presentation SkillsMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisMedical WritingScientific CommunicationPublication PlanningClinical Trial Data InterpretationProject ManagementContent ReviewPresentation DevelopmentStrategic CommunicationCollaboration with Medical Experts

Soft Skills

Excellent Time ManagementDetail-OrientedProactiveProfessional DemeanorAbility to Work Independently

Industry Keywords

Clinical DevelopmentMedical AffairsTranslational ResearchField Medical SupportKOL EngagementCongress MaterialsInteractive PDFsInfographicsPodcastsDigital Media

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive quality control and endorsement of scientific communication platforms, lexicons, disease-state education materials, program slides, data/publication updates, and congress materials
Serve as a key scientific lead, providing editorial, scientific, and strategic expertise for assigned projects
Lead research-focused data analysis and interpretation of clinical trial data for future podium presentations and publications
Develop and implement strategic publication plans with cross-functional therapeutic-area teams, internal authors, R&D clinical leads, and study statisticians
Review and assist with medical writing for scientific communications and manage external vendors
Oversee the review, preparation, and delivery of high-quality publications, presentations, and abstracts
Review project-related content for accuracy and consistency
Support Field Medical, attend conferences, cover scientific sessions and booths, and serve as a scientific expert with external stakeholders, KOLs, and healthcare professionals
Contribute to innovative communications using interactive PDFs, infographics, podcasts, and novel digital media
Facilitate dissemination discussions for published data and contribute to strategic scientific communications plans and platforms
Lead projects and deliver documents within process and timeline constraints
Support scientific communication and medical affairs activities across clinical trial, pre-launch, and launch stages

Requirements

What you’ll need

Terminal degree required (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent)
Ophthalmology or gene therapy experience highly desired
Minimum of two years of publication experience is preferred
5–7 years of industry experience
Demonstrated experience effectively presenting clinical/scientific information required
Ability to learn other disease states if necessary
Excellent communication and presentation skills required
Demonstrated ability to build productive collaborations with medical experts
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and associated hardware required
Ability to interface effectively with Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Translational Research, Technical Operations, Medical Affairs, and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer
Willingness to travel to company meetings and medical congresses
Excellent time management and ability to work independently
Ability to thrive both as part of a team and independently
Well organized, polished, proactive, detail-oriented, mature, and professional demeanor

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hourly compensation of $65.00 USD to $110.00 USD per hour
Compensation and benefit options provided by the vendor in accordance with specific state requirements
Paid sick leave accrual
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within gene therapy and ophthalmology care