Associate Director, Scientific Communications (CNS)

* Advanced degree required (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent in science, medicine, or related field).* Minimum of 7+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, or related roles within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry.* Minimum of 3+ years of prior leadership experience, including development and management of team members.* Demonstrated experience supporting global communication strategies and integrated planning processes.* Strong experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.* Experience in the CNS therapeutic area strongly preferred.* Proven ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, strategic communication plans.* Strong leadership and facilitation skills, including ability to chair cross-functional teams.* Expertise in content strategy, omnichannel engagement, and digital communication tools.* Strong project management capabilities, with experience managing multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously.* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with executive presence.* Strategic mindset with strong business acumen and ability to align scientific communications with enterprise goals.* Experience leveraging innovation, including AI and digital tools, to enhance content development and delivery.**Competencies****Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others' perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.Driven by our purpose to defy limitation, so that others can too, we have an unwavering belief in doing more and transcending expectations. In going above and beyond - under any circumstances - for patients, families, providers, and for each other. It's this deep-rooted dedication that drives us to uncover answers to complex, underserved medical needs, so that patients can push past the limitations of their disease and achieve more than they thought was possible each and every day.
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