TheSenior/Executive Director, Scientific Communications and Publications will be part of the Global Medical & Scientific Affairs (GMSA) leadership team and will be actively involved in strategy development to support Medical and cross-functional goals and objectives. This position will serve as a key collaborator with Global Medical Affairs for coordination of congress and publication planning. This position will also have external vendor oversight in managing the planning and execution of scientific communications and publications. To be successful, the Director, Scientific Communications and Publications must demonstrate business acumen and a strong ability to align scientific communications and delivery channels with medical objectives and cross-functional strategic imperatives Karyopharm products. In addition to strong oncology/hematology disease area and therapeutic landscape knowledge, the position requires excellent interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, problem solving, planning, and organizational skills to demonstrate leadership and drive for results. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive an integrated Scientific Communications strategy that is aligned with the brand strategy and medical strategy and meets the needs of patients and health care providers
• Ensure the successful execution of the Scientific Communications strategy, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts), congresses (medical booth, symposia), digital content, and Field Medical materials. • Collaborate with Global Medical Affairs and other functions (e.g., public affairs) as well as other departments (e.g., commercial) to ensure the Scientific Communications strategy for the brand/disease state portfolio is aligned cross-functionally
• Manage relationships with external authors in the preparation and review of publications for assigned projects, including the management of publication steering committees, if applicable • Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with finance and other relevant functions and effectively manage agencies for project delivery within budget
• Ensure GMSA activities comply with Karoypharm's business guidance, policies, SOPs, OIG, FDA, & PhRMA Guidelines

• Advanced degree in Health Sciences or related fields required (MD, PhD, PharmD, DPT, MS). Experience
• 5+ years of industry experience in Medical Communications or Publications in pharmaceutical/biotech companies or 8+ years of experience in scientific publication/medical communication agencies
• Vendor management experience required
• Clinical or scientific oncology/hematology experience required
• CMPP certification a plus Core Competencies (Specific knowledge, skills and abilities that enable an individual to effectively perform the job)
• Strong leadership skills with experience influencing without authority
• Ability to work across multiple functions and cultures and embrace team diversity
• Strong teaching skills; established track record of effective oral presentations
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Strategic mindset with ability to identify and create solutions to various scenarios
• Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience with organizational skills and business planning • Proven project management and matrix team leadership, including tracking and reporting of outcomes
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing priorities
• Ability to travel (up to 25%) and has a valid driver’s license (overnights and weekends may be required)
• Proven ability to work in and embrace a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with a high degree of autonomy

At Karyopharm, base pay is one part of a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more), equity and the potential to receive annual target bonuses. Actual pay is based on factors such as location, experience, skills, education, and internal equity. We maintain broad salary ranges to reflect market conditions and the specialized nature of our work. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $230 K –$285 K USD.

At Karyopharm, we live and demonstrate our ICARE values every day! If you want to do something that matters, this work matters. Patients drive our passion to pioneer novel cancer therapies. That’s why we’ve built an environment centered around support, flexibility, and a shared mission.

Creating and delivering medicine for cancer can only be done through focus, dedication, and heart. We hire exceptional people and trust each other to work in whatever way lets us, be us – whether that’s onsite, from home, or anywhere in between.

What do you get when you pair an extraordinary mission with a culture of flexibility and empowerment? We invite you to find out and join us on this incredible mission.

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What We Offer:

In addition to our exciting, supportive, and intellectually challenging global workspaces(s), team members enjoy a comprehensive and generous benefits package (active on day one) that makes them more productive and contributes directly to the development of their professional skills.

• A culture of employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion
• Competitive salary, bonus, and generous equity offerings (RSU’s at time of offer and annual awards) – we are partners in prosperity!
• Peace of mind through best in class medical (deducible paid by KPTI), dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, parental leave, a matching 401k program (immediate vesting), ESPP and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness Program with a monthly stipend. 
• Generous PTO and Holidays – we encourage you to recharge and spend time with family and friends.
• Ample opportunities to learn and take on new responsibilities in a fast-paced, and patient focused company. (tuition reimbursement, management development & mentoring programs, and a variety of reward and recognition programs)
• Cell phone allowance