MRCT Program Director, Strategic Communications and Marketing

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Job Summary

General Summary:
The MRCT Center is an applied research and policy center focused on improving the design conduct and oversight of multi-regional clinical trials with a particular focus to trials sited in or involving the developing world. Our efforts have resulted in the implementation of improved clinical research practices greater transparency and improved safety for research participants. We function as an independent convening group to bring together collaborative multidisciplinary teams to identify expert stakeholders from industry academia advocacy groups nonprofit organizations and regulatory agencies to address critical issues in the conduct and oversight of clinical trials. The MRCT Center has a number of ongoing Programs that address current issues in global clinical trials including but not limited to: Diversity Inclusion and Equity in Clinical Research Health Literacy in Clinical Research Promoting Global Clinical Research in Children and Capacity Building of global regulators ethics committees and study teams.

The MRCT Center resides within the Division of Global Health Equity (DGHE). The Division of Global Health Equity (DGHE) fosters the support and coordination of training research and service to reduce disparities in disease burden and to improve treatment outcomes both at home and abroad. The Division focuses on infectious diseases (e.g. HIV and tuberculosis) as well as non-infectious diseases (e.g. coronary artery disease diabetes addiction) and other health problems (that disproportionately affect populations in the developing world) of major importance to society. The DGHE is the academic and administrative home of the Multi-Regional Clinical Trials Center.

The Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing serves as a key strategic partner to MRCT Center leadership working closely to advance the Centers mission enhance sponsor stewardship and support strategic initiatives. The Director has an important responsibility across all projects of the MRCT Center and the Center itself to enhance the visibility of the work coordinate outreach to new stakeholders optimize deliverables and frame communication strategies for a global multi-disciplinary audience. By leveraging design thinking instructional design and cutting-edge communication tools the Director ensures that the MRCT Centers work is impactful accessible and aligned with its strategic priorities.

The Director oversees the Communications team at the MRCT Center including the Informational and Graphics Designer(s) and Event/Program Coordinator and manages the Centers Salesforce CRM Marketing Cloud platforms and the Learning Management System (LMS). This leadership position also facilitates media relations through collaboration with Mass General Brigham (MGB) and Brigham and Womens Hospital (BWH) External Communications and Public Relations teams ensuring the Centers initiatives are effectively promoted and its reputation as a global leader in clinical research and that of MGBis strengthened.


Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Collaborate with MRCT Center leadership on strategic initiatives sponsor stewardship and long-term communication objectives.
Partner across all projects to optimize communications strategies and deliverables ensuring alignment with the Centers goals and stakeholder needs.
Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive integrated strategic communications plan to advance the Centers mission globally as well as align with MGB strategies.
Communications Team Leadership and Collaboration
Oversee and mentor the Instructional Designer(s) and Event/Program Coordinator to ensure high-quality deliverables that reflect the MRCT Centers priorities and values.
Foster a collaborative and innovative environment with programmatic teams to emphasize cross-functional coordination and development of deliverables.
Collaborate and guide programmatic teams to create content and deliverables that resonate with diverse multistakeholder audiences including MGB.

Sponsor Stewardship
Partner with leadership to develop targeted strategies to engage new sponsors and stakeholders
With leadership develop strategies to manage sponsor relationships ensuring clear and effective communication of the MRCT Centers value and impact.
Website and Digital Presence
Oversee the management design and content of the MRCT Centers website to ensure alignment with strategic goals accessibility standards and global audience needs.
Use analytics to optimize web content improve engagement and enhance the user experience.
Ensure the website serves as a key resource for stakeholders across clinical research sectors.
Salesforce CRM and Marketing Cloud Oversight
Manage and optimize Salesforce CRM to streamline stakeholder engagement and improve data-driven communication strategies.
Oversee Marketing Cloud to create targeted campaigns track engagement and deliver personalized messaging across channels.
Align CRM and marketing technologies with the Centers broader goals and communication needs.

Learning Management Systems (LMS) Oversight
Identify deploy and manage a center-wide LMS platform to deliver effective and engaging learning experiences for capacity-building initiatives.
Collaborate with internal and external teams to design interactive user-centered capacity-building learning modules.
Ensure LMS content aligns with the MRCT Centers educational objectives and stakeholder needs.
Media Relations and External Partnerships
Facilitate media relations efforts including collaboration with MGB and BWH External Communications and Public Relations teams.
Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets to secure coverage and amplify the MRCT Centers work.
Develop and manage media campaigns and strategic communications to enhance the Centers visibility and influence.
Content Development and Campaigns
Lead the creation of high-quality print and digital assets ensuring all content reflects strategic messaging.
Oversee the design and execution of multi-channel campaigns that promote the MRCT Centers initiatives and impact.
Use data-driven insights to continuously improve content strategies and audience engagement.

Global Audience Engagement
Tailor communication strategies to resonate with diverse multistakeholder audiences addressing cultural and accessibility needs.
Foster partnerships to expand the MRCT Centers reach and strengthen its global impact.
Budget and Resource Management
Manage the communications and marketing budget ensuring efficient allocation of resources to support strategic objectives.
Identify and implement innovative tools and platforms to enhance communication and training efforts.

Education
Bachelors Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
marketing experience with a proven track record of success 8-10 years required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

-7-10 years of leadership experience in strategic communications marketing or related fields.
-Proven expertise in managing websites LMS platforms Salesforce CRM Marketing Cloud and global campaigns.
-Experience supervising a multidisciplinary team including instructional designers graphic designers and event managers.
-Strong track record of collaborating with leadership on strategic initiatives and sponsor stewardship.
-Deep understanding of instructional design capacity-building learning modules and multistakeholder clinical research.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and the general public.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
- Ability to work independently and within a team with strong organizational and project management skills.

Remote

20 Shattuck Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$97510.40 - $141804.00/Annual

Grade

8

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