Senior Manager, Scientific Communications
Edwards LifesciencesAbout the role
Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a
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.
How you'll make an impact:
Proactively prioritize, identify, assess, and critically summarize relevant scientific and medical literature across therapeutic area Synthesize, assess, and communicate potential impact of key findings to internal stakeholders
Interpret study results and collaborate with HCPs (e.g., study Investigators, physician) in the development of scientific communications content, such as conference proceedings (e.g., abstracts and presentations) and/or journal manuscripts
Initiate ad hoc data analysis (e.g., survival analysis) of clinical data sets and provide strategic recommendations to key stakeholders
Lead conference coverage of all major relevant medical/scientific conferences within assigned geographic regions/areas and synthesize and disseminate the summaries.
Conduct literature review to address internal and external medical information queries
Provide input to set the Global strategy of medical/scientific podium and publication programs
Develop and cultivate strong relationships with key academic institutions, physicians, KOLs, hospitals, scientific societies and associations to facilitate scientific communication efforts
Lead the continued development of the scientific content repository
Other incidental duties: Represent Medical Affairs in various internal and external programs
What you'll need (Required):
Master's degree in a related field with 6 years of related experience working in clinical research and/or healthcare industry; OR
Doctorate degree (PhD, MD, PharmD) with 4 years of related experience working in clinical research and/or healthcare industry
Work schedule aligns with typic business hours in the Pacific Time Zone
What else we look for (Preferred):
Prior knowledge and understanding of compliance and relevant guidelines for scientific publications, including but not limited to ICMJE and GPP3
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including customer negotiating and relationship management skills
Represents leadership on sections of projects within a specific area interfacing with project managers and medical affairs team
Extensive scientific acumen, for use in various circumstances, including in working with internal stakeholders and with physicians in identifying evidence gaps and opportunities
Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
Strength in gaining extensive knowledge of own area within the organization while contributing to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards
Extensive in the development of scientific/medical conference proceedings and manuscript publication in major scientific journals
Strong leadership skills with ability to influence and guide stakeholders; interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
Proven successful project managem
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