Job Description

Scientific Communications Lead

Pay Rate: 65-75 per hour

Hybrid in Cambridge MA

8 month contract through Randstad

The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Scientific Communications professional to lead and manage scientific narratives and the Scientific Communication Platform (SCP) for assigned products. In this role, you will ensure all communications are clear, consistent, and data-driven, supporting alignment across internal and external stakeholders. This position is being offered as a contingent assignment, with an anticipated duration of ~8 months.

Here's What You'll Do:

• Refine & steward the Scientific Communication Platform (SCP) and scientific narratives for assigned products (CMV, rare disease, others as assigned).Translate complex clinical, RWE, and HEOR data into crisp, audience‑specific key messages aligned to the global medical strategy.
• Sustain message discipline and version control; keep statements within guardrails and synchronize with the latest data and cross‑functional input.
• Craft & adapt modular assets (slide decks, FAQs, training resources) from SCP outputs; retire/refresh content as needed.
• Submit materials through MRC to on‑time approval; document decisions and close‑outs.
• Manage agencies to deliver high‑quality, on‑budget outputs; track scope, timelines, and risks.
• Partner with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Commercial, Biostats, RWE/HEOR, Epi, and Safety to keep communications consistent across channels and markets.

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table:

• Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc with relevant experience).
• 5+ years' experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, or related field in pharma/biotech.
• Strong background in narrative and content development, ideally including SCP ownership.
• Experience in CMV, rare diseases, or vaccines preferred.
• Excellent scientific writing and storytelling skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

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