Senior Manager, Global Scientific Communications - Cross Portfolio

Why Sarepta? Why Now?

The promise of genetic medicine has arrived, and Sarepta is at the forefront. We hold a leadership position in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) and are building a robust portfolio of programs across muscle, central nervous system, and cardiac diseases. In 2023, we launched our fourth therapy and the first ever gene therapy to treat Duchenne.

We’re looking for people who see unlimited potential in themselves and who are motivated by an unwavering commitment to patients.

What Sarepta Offers

At Sarepta, we care deeply about all the people in our community and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture that acknowledges people bring their whole selves to work, and we will strive to help everyone in our community integrate their work and personal lives while maintaining productivity. We are committed to offering a range of benefits and work-life resources designed to support people in the following areas:

• Physical and Emotional Wellness
• Financial Wellness
• Support for Caregivers

For a full list of our comprehensive benefits, see our website: https://www.sarepta.com/join-us

The Importance of the Role

The Senior Manager, Global Scientific Communications – Cross-portfolio is responsible for the development of high-quality, fair-balanced, scientifically accurate medical communication deliverables and pipeline publications in accordance with established timelines, compliance guidelines, and budgets. The Senior Manager is actively involved in the creation of cross-portfolio medical communication strategy and activities including but not limited to company sponsored symposia, digital assets, and slide decks. This role manages the development and review/approval of assigned projects, according to timelines and communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

The Opportunity to Make a Difference

• Assist in the implementation of a strategic cross-portfolio medical communication plan.
• Lead strategy, planning, content development and related activities for Sarepta-sponsored symposia at scientific congresses.
• Support pre- and post-launch medical communication deliverables.
• Lead the development and maintenance of slide-decks, medical-booth materials, and other digital assets for use at scientific congresses.
• Support content development and approval process for Invited Presentations/Talks by internal Sarepta employees.
• Serve as lead on assigned pipeline scientific publications (abstracts, posters, presentations, and manuscripts) and work with authors, evidence generation teams, and medical communication agencies on the timely execution of publication plans, ensuring a high quality and timely product, as well as adherence to publication SOP and associated procedures.
• Support development and revision of publication plans and cross-functional alignment across relevant internal stakeholders for assigned pipeline products in line with program strategies and priorities.
• Review draft pipeline publications for scientific quality, data accuracy, and ensure alignment with author direction.
• Assist with digital initiatives (example: GMA medical website) ensuring successful evaluation, execution and utilization of these initiatives.
• Serve as Medical Communication lead on cross-functional team meetings and provide guidance on processes and practices as needed.
• Manage partner agencies on the timely execution of all medical communications related deliverables.
• Support budget management.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

More About You

• Advanced Scientific Degree (Ph.D., Pharm. D) with at least 5 years of relevant experience including postdoctoral training or fellowship experience. Master’s Degree will be considered with at least 7 years of significant scientific communications experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills are essential; other required skills include attention to detail, strategic planning, multi-tasking and prioritizing.
• Ability to understand and interpret scientific data.
• Good understanding of industry guidelines associated with scientific publications.
• Knowledge of US and international regulations, requirements, and guidance’s associated with scientific data disclosures is required.
• Experience in rare disease/neurology preferred.
• Experience of working with fast-paced, collaborative, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Recognized by former peers/colleagues/managers for attributes congruent with Sarepta Cultural Values: Patients First, Action, Unconventional Thinking, Talent, and Integrity.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communications (verbal, written, presentation) skills with attention to detail.

What Now?

We’re always looking for solution-oriented, critical thinkers.

So, if you’re comfortable with ambiguity and candor, relish challenging yourself, and place kindness and integrity at the forefront of how you approach your peers and work, then we encourage you to apply.

This position is hybrid; you will be expected to work on site at one of Sarepta’s facilities in the United States and/or attend Company-sponsored in-person events from time to time.

The targeted salary range for this position is $132,000 - $165,000 per year. Sarepta is making a good faith effort to be transparent and accurate around our hiring ranges. The salary offer is commensurate with Sarepta’s compensation philosophy and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Sarepta Therapeutics offers a competitive compensation and benefit package.

Sarepta Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and participates in e-Verify.