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Join Us as CVRM Science Communications Director at AstraZeneca
Embark on a career that will harness your passion for science and communication to make a real difference in the lives of patients globally.AstraZenecais seeking an expertCVRM Science Communications Directorto help lead our narrative in Cardiovascular Renal and Metabolism (CVRM) through innovative communication strategies. Your expertise will shape our scientific reputation and facilitate the sharing of significant research and development achievements both internally and externally.
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a worldleading biopharmaceutical company that is primarily passionate about the discovery development and commercialization of prescription medicines across various therapeutic areas.
Your Role and Impact
In this role youll craft compelling narratives that demonstrate AstraZenecas scientific prowess in CVRM. You will work in close partnership with senior scientists and leaders within the R&D team to amplify our science story through various highprofile communication channels.
Your Responsibilities
Critical Communication:Develop external communication strategies to improve AstraZenecas reputation as a leader in CVRM science.
Content Creation:Generate and disseminate impactful science content across internal and external channels.
Social Media Strategy:Build and lead our CVRM science social media presence adapting campaigns for a variety of platforms.
Media Planning:Support media and investor relations planning with key scientific messages and global press release input.
Internal Engagement:Implement internal communications programs that boost employee engagement and brand awareness.
Leadership Support:Offer communications support messaging frameworks and coaching to the CVRM Leadership team.
Your Qualifications
Crucial
Experience: 810 years of experience in a similar role with a strong emphasis on corporate communication experience.
Educational Foundation:University degree in life sciences or a related field.
Pharma Communications Experience:Proven record of delivering contentrich communication programs in the pharmaceutical industry.
Scientific Content Expertise:Ability to build and adapt scientific content for diverse audiences.
Stakeholder Management:Experience in maintaining relationships and optimally presenting alternative viewpoints at all levels.
Digital Marketing Proficiency:Proven success in multichannel social media and digital campaigns.
Desirable
Pharma Industry Insight:Good knowledge of the pharmaceutical drug discovery and development process.
Strategic and HandsOn:Ability to combine critical thinking with handson delivery.
Team Collaboration:A strong great teammate with a high level of personal accountability.
Analytical Skills:Strong analytical skills with the ability to present results and influence partners.
Your Opportunity for Growth
In this role you will be a vital member of the R&D BioPharmaceuticals Communications team with a dottedline reporting to the Global Head of Corporate Affairs CVRM. Youll have the chance to showcase breakthrough science and our hardworking scientiscraftingping the narrative of our clinical pipeline and contributing to AstraZenecas legacy.
SO WHATS NEXT
To be considered for this exciting opportunity please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be a great fit please share this posting with them.
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we fuel bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and bold world.
At AstraZeneca we are driven by our purpose: to push the boundaries of science to deliver lifechanging medicines. This purpose underpins everything we do; our work helps to make hearts race to make blood rush and helps bodies fight disease. Were in this business for life. Our work is significant and every action we take is passionate about putting our patients first. We help AstraZeneca run faster and better powering everyone else to focus on whats important and work towards delivering lifechanging medicines.
Join a hardworking distributed team thats powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients every day. The fuel behind our evolving rapidly growing enterprise were here to help unlock the power of what science can do and ultimately have a big impact on patients lives. Were drivers of change preparing the business to excel and continue to grow as we face the challenges of the future.
Date Posted
30Apr2025Closing Date
19May2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations please complete the section in the application form.Required Experience:
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