Job Description

Scientific Communications Manager- Oncology (m/f/d) : Medical communications or publications management / project and stakeholder management / diagnostics / Good Publication Practice standards / CMPP certification / communication English

Scientific Communications Manager- Oncology (m/f/d).

Background:

Roche Diagnostics International Ltd in Rotkreuz is one of the world's leading centers for sophisticated diagnostic systems for in-vitro diagnostics and research. Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Within Roche Diagnostics Solutions, Clinical Development & Medical Affairs department we are looking for a Scientific Communications Manager within Medical Affairs to work in Oncology. To drive the planning and development of effective scientific communication of data generated from Roche DIA studies in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. Ideal candidates would have scientific communications and diagnostics background. The position entails engaging and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, defining scientific communications strategy, planning and driving scientific communication activities, namely publications, ensuring reviews and compliance standards are adhered to..

The perfect candidate:

The ideal candidate for this role has a Master's or higher degree in biomedical sciences and at least one year of experience in medical communications or publications management. They must have strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with a deep understanding of Good Publication Practice and ICMJE guidelines. This person should be a strategic thinker with excellent English writing skills, a dynamic personality, and the ability to effectively collaborate with both internal teams and external experts..

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Publication Strategy and Development

Responsible for establishing and maintaining Publication Strategies with cross-functional input, ensure timely execution of plans

Lead cross functional collaboration efforts with scientific communications, organize and lead meetings, develop content decks to ensure alignment of communication plans

Manage the publication development process, including review and tracking of individual publications using the current publication management tool

Ensure internal communications around published and presented publications; announcements, spotlight

summaries

Engage with external health care professionals and medical communication agencies

Effectively manage and maximize impact with available resources Other Scientific Communications Activities

Engage with medical experts and internal stakeholders, and provide overarching scientific input and advice on therapeutic area

Medical education: participate in company educational events for HCPs, and provide overarching scientific expertise and advice on: - Medical slide decks - Unmet communication needs - Distilling scientific content for the appropriate target audience

Must Haves:

Master's or PhD/PharmD/MD degree preferred in Biomedical Sciences

Medical communications or publications management experience in diagnostics

Strong project and stakeholder management skills and excellent knowledge of Good Publication Practice and ICMJE guidelines.

Min. 1 year Previous work experience in medical or scientific communications

Experience in diagnostics

Experience with strategic publication planning

Understanding of diagnostics industry and regulatory guidelines; competency and enthusiasm to review, communicate and implement Good Publication Practice standards; CMPP certification is an advantage

Native proficiency and excellent writing and editing skills in English

Proven coaching and teaching skills; creativity and ability to find solutions in complex teams as well as strong stakeholder management skills are key assets

Strategic ability, attention to detail and strong sense of responsibility

Great communication and people skills; energetic, friendly and dynamic personality

Reference Nr.: 924381SDA

Role: Scientific Communications Manager- Oncology (m/f/d)

Industrie: Pharma

Workplace: Rotkreuz

Pensum: 100 % ( 3 days on-site 2 days home office)

Start: 1.10.25

Duration: 12++

Deadline: 02/09/2025

Job Type: 100%

Work Location: On the road