Medical Communications Specialist

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Position Overview

The PO Medical Communications Specialist is responsible for communicating accurate and balanced clinical information on Exact Sciences Precision Oncology products and services to internal and external stakeholders. This position works cross-functionally with various departments company-wide most closely with Medical Affairs Medical Development Biostatistics Clinical Development and Regulatory but also with Marketing and Sales Customer Service Pathology Medical Operations Legal Research and Corporate Communications.

Essential Duties

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop knowledge of in-depth clinical and business intelligence and scientific proficiency of marketed and/or pipeline Precision Oncology products and regularly communicate relevant data and related business information to project teams company wide.
• Support Exact Sciences Precision Oncology products and services by providing internal and external customers with accurate and balanced clinical information.
• Plan create support and coordinate the development and review of scientific narratives for each of Exact Sciences Precision Oncology product.
• Plan create support and coordinate the development and review of scientific publications (i.e. manuscripts abstracts posters and presentations). May involve writing multiple drafts and incorporating feedback/edits to generate final drafts.
• Critically review company-developed materials and ensure content is accurate and consistent with scientific best practices and Exact Sciences policies.
• Regularly monitor primary secondary and tertiary medical literature critically evaluating data from multiple sources.
• Asist in the development and maintenance of department documents (e.g. guidelines policies etc.) and databases; identify and communicate process/procedure gaps to Medical Communications team.
• Contribute to the development of dossiers technology assessments guidelines and regulatory submissions.
• Plan support and attend scientific conferences and medical meetings.
• Summarize and critically review data presented by competitors.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal/external cross-functional leadership teams and departments.
• Attend meetings of related professional organizations and stay current with evolving industry/practice landscape; train internal stakeholders on emerging developments in the field that are relevant to our business.
• Serve as point of contact for external contractors.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures.
• Provide subject matter expertise in applicable regulations policies and business practices related to copyright compliance and publication guidelines.

Requirements:

• Exceptional organizational communication project and time management problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-level tasks and projects.
• Strong clinical knowledge/experience with the ability to communicate complex medical and scientific information at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional level of professionalism attention to detail and flexibility.
• Ability to prioritize and drive timely results with an emphasis on quality.
• Ability to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
• Capable of working independently and collaborating effectively across functional groups and teams.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability innovation integrity quality and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the companys Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
• Ability to work on a mobile device tablet or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.
• Ability to work seated for approximately 90% of a typical working day. Ability to work standing for approximately 10% of a typical working day.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of working time away from work location may include overnight/weekend travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters degree in relevant discipline.
• 1 years of industry experience in with strong business acumen in molecular diagnostics and life sciences or equivalent.
• Medical writing copy editing and proofreading experience and fluency with good publication practices (i.e. ICMJE GPP4 GPCAP).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and reference management software.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (i.e. M.D. Pharm.D. Ph.D.) in relevant discipline.
• Certification in writing and publications (e.g. AMWA CMPP).

Salary Range:

$82000-$135000 (National Range)
$99820-$149730 (California Range)

Exact Sciences is proud to offer an employee experience that includes paid time off (including days for vacation holidays volunteering and personal time) paid leave for parents and caregivers a retirement savings plan wellness support and health benefits including medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits.

Our success relies on the experiences and perspectives of a diverse team and Exact Sciences fosters a culture where all employees can develop personally and professionally with a sense of respect and belonging. If you require an accommodation please contact us here.

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