Director, Medical Communications

Asahi Kasei

Medical communications leader shaping scientific strategy for Veloxis Pharmaceuticals’ transplant therapies. Driving multichannel HCP engagement, congress communications, content platforms, and Medical Affairs impact measurement.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeCary • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $190,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic medical communications and multichannel engagement strategies within the Medical Affairs domain. Proficient in managing vendor relationships, overseeing compliance, and integrating scientific evidence into impactful communication plans.

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Medical Communications LeadershipDigital Medical Communications PlatformsVendor ManagementMedical Information OperationsStrategic Medical Communication Development

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Hard Skills

Medical CommunicationsMedical InformationContent Management SystemsMultichannel Engagement StrategiesBudget ManagementKPI DevelopmentScientific Publication MonitoringDisease-State Education DevelopmentMedical Press Release DevelopmentTaxonomy/SEO Planning

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingCollaborationCommunicationLeadershipProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Medical Affairs WebsiteContent HubDigital Content PlatformsMLR Review Coordination

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree (PharmD, PhD, MD or Equivalent)

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsComplianceTherapeutic AreaHCP EngagementScientific ExchangeCongress CommunicationsAsset ReadinessInquiry ManagementEthics in Medical AffairsCompetitive Insights

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategic Medical Communications within the Therapeutic Area Medical Unit model
Develop and execute integrated medical communication strategies across commercial products and pipeline programs
Translate scientific evidence into strategies supporting annual medical plans and corporate objectives
Lead development of multichannel disease-state education assets and HCP engagement strategies
Oversee Medical Affairs website and content hub strategy, including content planning, taxonomy/SEO, asset readiness, MLR review coordination, and user-experience input
Integrate new assets, products, and therapeutic areas into medical communications platforms
Lead planning and execution for medical congress presence, including objectives, booth strategy, vendors, logistics, staffing, assets, and follow-up
Develop and review medical press releases, congress communications, and social/digital content
Develop internal communications highlighting Medical Affairs activities and impact
Support Medical Information and Field Medical content development
Monitor scientific publications, competitive insights, and disease-state knowledge
Develop annual tactical plan and budget; manage vendors, contracts, and invoicing
Develop and communicate metrics and KPIs demonstrating Medical Communications impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD or equivalent)
10+ years of progressive Medical Affairs experience, including Medical Communications and Medical Information leadership responsibilities
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic medical communications
Experience with digital medical communications platforms, content management systems, and multichannel engagement strategies
Experience in Medical Information operations, inquiry management, and compliant scientific exchange
Vendor management including performance, quality, and budget oversight
In-depth knowledge of Medical Affairs ethics and compliance environment
Approximately 20% domestic and international travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and insurance benefits
Training and development opportunities
Performance-based bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Growth opportunities throughout the companies
Diverse environment to enhance your career