Senior Director/Executive Director, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Publications

Artiva Biotherapeutics

Sr. Director/Executive Director of Medical Communications for biotech company focused on NK cell-based therapies.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $250,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the end-to-end strategic planning and execution of scientific publications across the AlloNK platform
Develop and execute global/regional publication plans (abstracts, posters, manuscripts, reviews) for rheumatology, immunology, and cell therapy audiences
Collaborate with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, and principal investigators to ensure timely, accurate dissemination of clinical trial results at major scientific congresses
Ensure all publications strictly adhere to Good Publication Practice (GPP), ICMJE authorship guidelines, and corporate compliance standards
Oversee the drafting, editing, and medical review of scientific publications and related congress materials, ensuring scientific accuracy and balanced data presentation
Direct external medical communications agencies, medical writers, and vendor budgets to ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables
Architect the comprehensive pre- and post-congress communication strategy for major rheumatology and immunology meetings (e.g., ACR, EULAR, ISSJD, CCR) including congress playbooks and post-congress debriefs
Lead the development of congress-specific materials, including scientific symposia, medical booth content, and interactive learning stations
Monitor emerging clinical data, treatment paradigm shifts, and competitor activity at key meetings, translating these external insights into actionable communication strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced scientific or clinical degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, DO, or MD) required
8+ years of progressive medical communications or publications experience within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry
Proven track record and deep understanding of rheumatology, immunology, and/or complex cell therapies (e.g., CAR-T, TCEs)
Expert knowledge of ICMJE guidelines, GPP guidelines, and the Sunshine Act/EFPIA disclosure requirements
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, build a medical communications and publications capability, manage and mentor junior staff, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Experience utilizing publication management software (e.g., Datavision) to track publication progress and manage author review cycles
Strong network of relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in rheumatology, immunology, and cell therapy
Exceptional scientific storytelling ability and meticulous attention to detail
ISMPP CMPP certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision
Group Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company paid holidays, including the year-end holiday week
Recognition program with Bonus.ly

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Hard Skills & Tools

scientific publicationspublication planningmedical writingclinical trial results disseminationdata presentationcommunication strategyproject managementscientific storytellingrheumatologyimmunology

Soft Skills

leadershipcollaborationmentoringattention to detailnetworkingcross-functional team managementstrategic planningexecutioncommunicationproblem-solving

Certifications

ISMPP CMPP certification