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Director, Internal R&D Communications

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Boston, MA

Employer:  AstraZeneca
Job Type:  Full Time

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Director, Internal R&D Communications

Are you ready to demonstrate the power of what science can do and how we are progressing our world-class pipeline?

As the Director, Internal R&D Communications, you will support BioPharmaceuticals R&D and be responsible for leading on delivery of engaging scientific communications materials, campaigns and events.

Through expert scientific knowledge, you will develop inspiring content to showcase our strategy, scientific leadership and organisational achievements to internal audiences using innovative approaches and impactful channel management. You will also play a leading role in delivery of engaging scientific events and will liaise with a broad range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, from across BioPharmaceuticals R&D. You will be a key member of the BioPharmaceuticals R&D Corporate Affairs team, working closely with internal and external communicators to ensure alignment of activities and messaging.

Accountabilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for leading on creation and delivery of compelling scientific content, evolving established approaches and also implementing novel strategies, to drive best-in-class employee engagement. You will support the Head of Internal Science Communications in BioPharma R&D, taking a significant role in developing our internal communications strategy alongside ownership of our BioPharma R&D channels. You will be responsible for leading the planning and delivery of high-profile scientific events to drive impactful engagement with audiences across BioPharma, R&D, and various leadership groups. You will also support delivery of engaging content for use internally and externally by senior leaders and will deliver excellent communication of strategic and organisational progress.

Essential Skills/Experience:
  • Experience of drug discovery/development and the life science sector
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly with scientific and complex information
  • Experience of managing complex communications programmes and / or campaigns
  • Track record of planning and delivering success
  • Proven ability to drive projects forward to a successful conclusion in a matrix organisation
  • Proactive with effective interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Willingness and proven ability to function in a hands-on capacity when necessary to achieve milestones, resolve issues and build an organisation/function capable of driving toward measurable objectives
  • Able to recognise or anticipate change with appropriate response
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and ability to develop strong relationships with senior leaders and other key stakeholders
  • Broad business perspective and acumen and goal-oriented approach
  • Able to devise and effective implement novel approaches to optimise audience engagement
  • Able to take on leadership of communication events and campaigns, managing all aspects of effective planning and delivery to drive successful outcomes.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?

Join us at an exciting time of growth through innovation for AstraZeneca. Shape this journey by reimagining the way we work, at every turn we're innovating and taking intelligent risks. We do this to steer the enterprise, powering every function to run faster, more efficiently, and achieve more. Every single person plays a part in our story. Speak up, take the initiative, and make it yours. As key contributors to our evolution, we're comfortable stepping up whether it's guiding our tech and digital journey or harnessing disruptive technologies.

Ready to help make a big impact for patients? Apply now!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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