Contractor - Global Scientific Communications

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending life’s moments for children and adults living with a rare disease.

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Job Description Summary:

The Contractor of Scientific Communications will be responsible for the development and execution of the scientific communications strategy across the portfolio, leading day-to-day publication planning, congress activities, and scientific content development. This individual partners closely with the Senior Director, Global Scientific Communications and cross-functional stakeholders in Clinical Development, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and Commercial to translate scientific data into clear, compliant, and scientifically rigorous materials for internal and external audiences. The role requires strong strategic thinking, scientific writing ability, project management skills, and comfort operating in a fast-paced environment.

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Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary duties/responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support development and lead tactical execution of the Publication and Medical Education plans in alignment with asset strategy and medical affairs objectives
• Accountable for actively executing publication planning and publication development
• Manage global publication activities (author engagement, abstracts, manuscripts, posters, oral presentations) in compliance with GPP and company SOPs
• Serve as the scientific lead and scientific reviewer for publication deliverables, proactively identifying data gaps, inconsistencies, and interpretation risks and driving resolution with cross-functional SMEs (Clinical, Biostats, Safety, Regulatory, Medical Affairs)
• Oversee the execution of plans and activities for major international and regional medical meetings, including content development and internal alignment
• Own scientific content, including slide decks, scientific exchange materials, and FAQs for Field Medical teams
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate interpretation and timely dissemination of data
• Maintain publication trackers, timelines, and vendor/agency relationships to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Support advisory boards, investigator meetings, and external scientific forums
• Assist in establishing processes and standards to ensure consistency and compliance across scientific materials
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

General Responsibilities:

• Keeps internal colleagues informed of development and completion of Publications and Medical Education activities
• Manages agency partners performance to ensure alignment with PTC expectations
• Provides scientific review of materials related to Scientific Communications
• Ensures close cooperation with other Global Medical functions including Operations, Medical Services, Training, as well as with Regional Medical teams
• Contributes to Medical Education and Publications best practices, common standards and systems
• Collects and provides metrics to measure the impact of delivered medical education programs and scientific publications
• Supports the planning and management of the Scientific Communications activities budget
• Maintains and continuously expands therapeutic area disease and product knowledge

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Effectively communicates complex scientific and clinical data to internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate and build solid working relationships cross-functionally
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, think critically, and adhere to deadlines
• Attention to detail

* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

• An advanced medical or scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, MS, MPH) is required
• 5+ years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Healthcare industry, preferably within a matrix structure and within Scientific Communications roles. Relevant experience in other Medical Affairs roles (e.g. Medical Science Liaison, Medical Information) will be considered
• Expertise in Scientific Publications, including planning and execution across phases of drug development and commercialization
• Deep knowledge of scientific publication standards, data disclosure requirements, and medical compliance, including GPP4 and ICMJE guidelines is required
• Expertise in Medical Education approaches and best practices is required

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* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

• Experience in orphan/rare diseases, molecular biology, metabolic disorders, neurology and/or genetic disorders
• In-depth knowledge of Good Publication Practices (GPP4) and other relevant industry standards (ICMJE, CONSORT, etc.), Sunshine Act, relevant Codes of Conduct (e.g. PhRMA, EFPIA), and other guidance related to post-marketing practices and scientific data communication
• Understanding of clinical trial design and execution, statistical methods and clinical trial data reporting requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in Publications planning and the development and implementation of Scientific Publications

• Contributing to a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the scientific communications function
• Building credibility with cross-functional partners across Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, and Medical Affairs
• Exercising sound judgment and independent problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
• Translating complex clinical and scientific data into clear, audience-appropriate narratives for diverse stakeholders
• Communicating proactively with cross-functional partners on publication timelines, congress deliverables, and project status
• Ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance of scientific messaging across all channels and materials
• Collaborating effectively with clinical, regulatory, and commercial colleagues to align on scientific narrative

• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and timelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence without authority
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Publications and Medical materials management platforms (e.g. Pubstrat, Veeva MedComms) and video conferencing platforms
• People and project management experience
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)

* Travel requirements

• 5-15% travel

Expected Hourly Range:

$80 - $130/hour.  The hourly salary offered will be contingent on assessment of candidate education level, background, and experience relative to the requirements of the position they are being considered for, as well as review of internal equity.

EEO Statement:

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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