GRAIL
Director Medical Communications #4004
GRAIL, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029
Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care.We are a healthcare company, pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges.GRAIL is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies.For more information, please visit
grail.com .GRAIL is seeking a Director of Medical Communications to join the Medical Affairs (MA) department. This person will be a key member of the Medical Affairs Leadership Team, primarily leading and executing on our publication strategy and tactics, ensuring the development, submission, and publication/presentation of our key scientific, clinical, and technological advances in peer-reviewed journals and/or scientific/medical congresses. A key part of this work will include integrating with our health systems and real-world evidence teams to develop a robust data communication strategy. This role will also be a key strategic contributor to our overall medical communications strategy, and will work closely with numerous other functions, including Clinical Development, Training, Corporate Communications, R&D, Biostatistics, and Investor Relations.The ideal candidate is a strong team leader and strategic thinker who can also roll up their sleeves and get work done, is detail-oriented, motivated, independent, and able to respond quickly to evolving needs. This position will be based in Menlo Park, California or Research Triangle Park, North Carolina; will have 2 direct reports; and will report to the VP of Medical Affairs.Responsibilities:
Lead the publication team to evolve and execute on GRAIL’s publication strategyCoordinate and/or create the development and review of scientific abstracts, posters, and presentationsDevelop and support other external presentationsManage Medical Communication agencies' budget and day-to-day interactionsOversee publication compliance with company and industry regulations and policies, including ICMJE and GPP3Assess and report the impact of the publication strategy and tacticsDrive publication team meetingsPlan, support, and attend scientific conferences and medical meetingsEvolve GRAIL’s scientific platform (including potential to develop a new platform)Work with training and corporate communications on external communication strategy, ensuring press releases, FAQs, and other documents/slide decks are scientifically/medically accurate and messaging is alignedAs a key member of the Medical Affairs team, participate in Medical Affairs strategic planningHelp develop and maintain Core Data Decks, Disease State Decks, FAQ documents, and other training materials (in collaboration with training function) for the entire portfolioIdentify, develop, and maintain relationships with the medical community, thought leaders/key opinion leaders, and advocatesSupervise 2 team membersMay also include review of study reports, clinical protocols, and summary dossiers for content and accuracyPreferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree strongly preferred (PhD, PharmD, MD)10+ years of experience in medical affairs (publication planning)Successful track record of leading and implementing publication strategy, including preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, posters, and presentation slide decks, managing external reviews and revisions, and the submission process for scientific conferences and journalsProven understanding of industry best practices, including ICMJE and GPP3; CMPP-certification preferredCommitment to complianceExceptional writing skills and attention to detailExcellent research skills and quick learnerAbility to efficiently manage time and priorities, and adapt to a fast-paced environmentExcellent leadership and communications skills with experience in externally facing roles, including interactions with key opinion leaders, clinical study site investigators, expert advisors, and other professionalsExperience in genomics, diagnostics, oncology, or other applied medical fields a plusExperience as an exceptional team player with a demonstrated track record of success in cross-functional team environment and leadership rolesExcellent leadership and communication skillsThe expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $182,000 - $242,000. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location.Based on the role, colleagues may be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan tied to company and individual performance, or an incentive plan. We also offer a long-term incentive plan to align company and colleague success over time.In addition, GRAIL offers a progressive benefit package, including flexible time-off, a 401k with a company match, and alongside our medical, dental, vision plans, carefully selected mindfulness offerings.GRAIL is an Equal Employment Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We will reasonably accommodate all individuals with disabilities so that they can participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please
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grail.com .GRAIL is seeking a Director of Medical Communications to join the Medical Affairs (MA) department. This person will be a key member of the Medical Affairs Leadership Team, primarily leading and executing on our publication strategy and tactics, ensuring the development, submission, and publication/presentation of our key scientific, clinical, and technological advances in peer-reviewed journals and/or scientific/medical congresses. A key part of this work will include integrating with our health systems and real-world evidence teams to develop a robust data communication strategy. This role will also be a key strategic contributor to our overall medical communications strategy, and will work closely with numerous other functions, including Clinical Development, Training, Corporate Communications, R&D, Biostatistics, and Investor Relations.The ideal candidate is a strong team leader and strategic thinker who can also roll up their sleeves and get work done, is detail-oriented, motivated, independent, and able to respond quickly to evolving needs. This position will be based in Menlo Park, California or Research Triangle Park, North Carolina; will have 2 direct reports; and will report to the VP of Medical Affairs.Responsibilities:
Lead the publication team to evolve and execute on GRAIL’s publication strategyCoordinate and/or create the development and review of scientific abstracts, posters, and presentationsDevelop and support other external presentationsManage Medical Communication agencies' budget and day-to-day interactionsOversee publication compliance with company and industry regulations and policies, including ICMJE and GPP3Assess and report the impact of the publication strategy and tacticsDrive publication team meetingsPlan, support, and attend scientific conferences and medical meetingsEvolve GRAIL’s scientific platform (including potential to develop a new platform)Work with training and corporate communications on external communication strategy, ensuring press releases, FAQs, and other documents/slide decks are scientifically/medically accurate and messaging is alignedAs a key member of the Medical Affairs team, participate in Medical Affairs strategic planningHelp develop and maintain Core Data Decks, Disease State Decks, FAQ documents, and other training materials (in collaboration with training function) for the entire portfolioIdentify, develop, and maintain relationships with the medical community, thought leaders/key opinion leaders, and advocatesSupervise 2 team membersMay also include review of study reports, clinical protocols, and summary dossiers for content and accuracyPreferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree strongly preferred (PhD, PharmD, MD)10+ years of experience in medical affairs (publication planning)Successful track record of leading and implementing publication strategy, including preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, posters, and presentation slide decks, managing external reviews and revisions, and the submission process for scientific conferences and journalsProven understanding of industry best practices, including ICMJE and GPP3; CMPP-certification preferredCommitment to complianceExceptional writing skills and attention to detailExcellent research skills and quick learnerAbility to efficiently manage time and priorities, and adapt to a fast-paced environmentExcellent leadership and communications skills with experience in externally facing roles, including interactions with key opinion leaders, clinical study site investigators, expert advisors, and other professionalsExperience in genomics, diagnostics, oncology, or other applied medical fields a plusExperience as an exceptional team player with a demonstrated track record of success in cross-functional team environment and leadership rolesExcellent leadership and communication skillsThe expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $182,000 - $242,000. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location.Based on the role, colleagues may be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan tied to company and individual performance, or an incentive plan. We also offer a long-term incentive plan to align company and colleague success over time.In addition, GRAIL offers a progressive benefit package, including flexible time-off, a 401k with a company match, and alongside our medical, dental, vision plans, carefully selected mindfulness offerings.GRAIL is an Equal Employment Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We will reasonably accommodate all individuals with disabilities so that they can participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please
contact us
to request accommodation. GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace.
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