Senior Manager Scientific Communications @ Pendulum

About Pendulum

Pendulum® is on a mission to help people improve physical and mental health by creating a new category of products that target the microbiome. We are researching, developing and commercializing a novel class of rationally-designed Live Synbiotics™ (probiotics + prebiotics) that have demonstrated clinical efficacy to treat conditions like metabolic syndrome, inflammation and neurodegeneration.

Pendulum has created proprietary pipelines to build a unique discovery platform that identifies key, novel bacterial strains and the prebiotics that feed them.

We are a highly collaborative team of scientists, engineers, physicians, marketers and salespeople interested in improving human health by using the latest research from diverse fields, such as microbiology, molecular biology, high-throughput genomics, distributed computing, pharmaceutical development and nutrition.

If you’re interested in building a new category of products that will help improve the lives of people globally and you love to work in a cross-functional, collaborative, inspiring environment, we invite you to consider this role.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Scientific Communications Manager/Sr. Manager to lead and execute our scientific communications strategies to effectively document and disseminate our research findings, enhance our brand reputation, and engage with key stakeholders including the scientific community, healthcare professionals, media, and consumers. We’re looking for an outstanding writer who can translate scientific data on the gut microbiome into publishable studies, white papers, presentations, posters, and consumer-facing educational content. This person will be facile at shifting between projects and audiences, all while maintaining scientific rigor and credibility.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager Scientific Communications to bridge the gap between scientific research and commercialization, ensuring that medical information is accurately communicated to healthcare professionals, external collaborators, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, who can translate scientific data on the gut microbiome and ensure the highest standards of medical and scientific integrity across all activities. This person will be facile at shifting between projects and audiences, all while maintaining scientific rigor and credibility.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, lean and collaborative environment. Iterations and group input will be familiar territory for this person. While we want someone who can think big, we also need someone who can be resourceful in how they approach execution. They should be both passionate and comfortable working with a young brand in its early stages of growth.

What You’ll Do:

Lead/support the development of:

-HCP resources

-Publication strategy for HCP webpages

-Publication cover sheets / summaries

-Conference presentations

-Science blog posts

Stay abreast of emerging data, scientific and industry trends, and competitor activities to inform communication strategies and messaging.
Establish and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), scientific experts, and external partners to support scientific communication initiatives and foster collaborations.
Provide strategic counsel and support to senior management on scientific communication matters, including crisis communication and reputation management.
Develop and implement medical education and training programs for internal teams, external partners, and healthcare professionals. Stay abreast of the latest advancements in medical science and therapeutic areas relevant to the company’s products.
Collaborate with other departments, including regulatory affairs, marketing, market access, and sales, to integrate medical insights into commercial strategies and initiatives. Serve as a medical expert and liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners.

Knowledge Requirements:

Advanced degree (MS, PharmD, PhD, MD preferred) in a scientific discipline such as biology, biochemistry, nutritional sciences, or other related fields.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in scientific communications or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry.
Proven track record of developing and implementing successful scientific communication strategies that drive engagement and support business objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex scientific information into clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including KOLs and scientific experts.
Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving, decision-making and content creation.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Salary & Benefits

$101,000-$136,000
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Commuter Benefits
Life & STD Insurance
Company match on 401 (k)
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Equity

Pendulum Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal

opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to

race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics,

disability, age, or veteran status. We welcome all to apply.

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