Associate Director, Medical Communication Operations

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers. The company's R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) Inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins, and RAS Companion Inhibitors for use in combination treatment strategies. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding professionals in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.

The Opportunity:

As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, the Associate Director, Medical Communications Operations will provide operational leadership for the execution of medical publications and scientific communication strategies. This role will oversee the use and optimization of publications management systems, manage cross-functional collaboration, and ensure efficient execution of medical communication deliverables.

This individual will serve as the operational backbone of the Medical Communications team, ensuring that all publications and external communications align with compliance standards, industry best practices, and company priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

Publications Strategy & Execution

• Provide operational leadership and execution oversight for global publication planning and scientific communication deliverables.
• Manage publications management systems (e.g., Datavision, PubStrat) to track progress, enhance workflow efficiency, and ensure compliance with publication guidelines.
• Support the planning, development, and submission process for abstracts, manuscripts, and congress presentations, ensuring timely and high-quality execution.
• Ensure compliance with Good Publication Practices (GPP), ICMJE guidelines, and internal policies to uphold transparency and integrity in publications.
• Lead the implementation of metrics and reporting for publication performance and impact analysis.

Medical Communications Operations & Systems Management

• Oversee and optimize publications management platforms to improve team efficiency, collaboration, and tracking of medical communication deliverables.
• Maintain a centralized system for scientific communication materials, including reference libraries, publication archives, and congress materials.
• Ensure alignment between medical communications, medical affairs, clinical, and commercial teams to maintain consistency in messaging.
• Partner with IT and external vendors to enhance digital capabilities and streamline publication workflows.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Act as the key operational contact for internal stakeholders (Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Legal, Compliance, Regulatory, and Commercial teams) to facilitate seamless execution of publication plans.
• Support the development of scientific communication platforms to ensure consistency in external messaging.
• Provide internal training and guidance on publication processes, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Support scientific congress planning and execution, coordinating key deliverables such as abstracts, posters, and symposia.

Vendor & Budget Oversight

• Manage external medical communication agencies, vendors, and freelancers, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Oversee budgets, contracts, and financial tracking for publication-related projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies in medical communications operations.

Required Skills, Experience and Education:

• Advanced scientific or medical degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred; MS or equivalent experience in biomedical sciences considered.
• 6+ years of experience in Medical Communications, Publications Operations, or Medical Affairs within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of publication planning and execution, including scientific writing, peer-reviewed publication processes, and congress activities.
• Proficiency in publications management systems (Datavision, PubStrat, or similar tools).
• Experience leading medical publication workflows, submission tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Knowledge of industry guidelines (GPP, ICMJE, Sunshine Act, PhRMA Code, FDA, OIG, ACCME).
• Ability to work in a matrixed, cross-functional environment and engage with key stakeholders in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Regulatory teams.
• Strong project management skills to oversee multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills to facilitate collaboration with internal and external partners.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in precision oncology and targeted therapies.
• Familiarity with emerging digital platforms for scientific engagement and medical communications.
• Experience working with publication agencies and external vendors to optimize processes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000 to $225,000 for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the salary for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.

Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.

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