Director – Scientific Communications

Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. We generate extensive clinical evidence to demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of our innovations and how our products transform patients’ lives. As part of our Clinical Affairs team, you’ll hone your scientific curiosity and passion for evaluating data to increase access to pioneering technologies for patients in need. In close partnership with principal investigators, dedicated medical professionals, patient advocacy groups, and regulatory authorities, you will drive the evidence needed to optimize patient outcomes.

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards’ groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

The Director, Scientific Communications will lead and develop a team responsible for shaping and executing THV publication strategy. This Director role offers a unique opportunity to combine meaningful people leadership with high-level evidence strategy and cross-functional scientific collaboration.

How you'll make an impact:

• Develop and lead the execution of podium and publication strategies in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., physician investigators, KOLs) to ensure maximum effectiveness in the execution of the scientific communication plan and maintenance of Edwards presence at national and international conferences while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. Develop and lead the execution of a cross-functional scientific communication strategy.
• Manage and oversee the work of sub-functions and/or areas and may have financial budget responsibilities. Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department.
• Develop, maintain, and disseminate strong scientific knowledge of the current competitive landscape and future product entries including the identification, summarization and dissemination of key conference scientific sessions.
• Develop processes and use metrics to assess the impact of scientific communication programs.
• Collaborate with the internal stakeholders to ensure integration of current clinical data and insights into training and education curricula and that HCP scientific information needs are met.
• Identify clinical evidence gaps, propose and/or lead the execution of evidence development strategies to address them.
• Other incidental duties: Conduct pre-conference assessment of scientific programs to ensure that speakers (e.g., KOL) have access to latest clinical data.

What you'll need (Required):

• Bachelor's Degree in in related field related experience in working in clinical, research, or healthcare industry and skill levels exceeding the requirements of the Manager or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria
• Demonstrated track record in people management or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Master’s or doctoral degree in a related field
• 8–10 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience working in a regulated industry or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria
• Proven successful project management leadership skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related tools and systems
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
• Expert understanding of scientific communication procedures while identifying applications of functional knowledge and existing methodologies to complex problems
• Expert in the development of scientific/medical conference proceedings and manuscript publication in major scientific journals
• Expert scientific acumen, for use in various circumstances, including in working with internal stakeholders and with physicians in identifying evidence gaps and opportunities
• Expert knowledge of ACCME, AdvaMed, EUcomed, FDA and ISO regulations
• Demonstrated ability to manage one or more teams and provide coaching and feedback, including responsibility for all employee actions including hire/fire authority and partnering with HR on all aspects of employee relations
• Ability to develop and integrate metrics into the projects and operations that clearly demonstrate the value of scientific communications to the business
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
• Ability to work and excel within a fast paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment
• Frequently interacts with internal and external management and senior-level stakeholders concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and/or contractual clarifications
• Lead briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives
• Require the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from others in sensitive situations, without damage to the relationship
• Dedicated to quality client service and pro-active and responsive to client needs
• Develop peer, cross functional and cross business relationships to maximize best practice sharing and team effectiveness
• Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional teams to successfully implement global enterprise systems and related solutions
• Develop relationships and leverage them to influence change
• Support and solicit input from team members at all levels

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

The base pay range for this position is $174,000 to $246,000 in tool (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., geographic location, qualifications, education, prior experience).   Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.    

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.