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Director, Scientific Communications

Waltham, MA • On-site

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc.
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Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

What You'll Do:

The Director, Scientific Communications is responsible for leading the strategic planning, development, and execution of highquality scientific communications that advance Kailera's Medical Affairs objectives. As a key member of a highly collaborative and fast-moving team, this individual will shape scientific narratives, drive publication strategy, and ensure the delivery of clear, accurate, and impactful scientific communication materials.

Required location: Waltham, MA (hub-based, onsite 3-4 days per week)

Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership for scientific communications across our portfolio of assets, including publications, field medical resources, medical symposia content, and internal/external training materials
  • Lead crossfunctional planning discussions and oversee timely development of scientific communications deliverables in a dynamic, fastpaced environment
  • Manage external agencies, writers, and vendors to ensure highquality, costeffective execution aligned with program strategy
  • Ensure all materials are scientifically rigorous, accurate, balanced, compliant, and consistent with Kailera policies and industry standards (e.g., GPP, ICMJE)
  • Contribute to the evolution of scientific platforms, lexicons, and communication frameworks that support Kailera's growing pipeline
  • Represent Scientific Communications in internal governance discussions and support preparation for scientific congresses and external engagements

Required Qualifications:

  • At least 8+ years of relevant experience in Scientific Communications within Medical Affairs or a medical communications agency
  • Demonstrated ability to guide publication strategy, oversee major clinical publications, and manage complex, multistakeholder review processes
  • Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to incorporate feedback from diverse stakeholders
  • Strong planning and organizational capabilities; able to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel to scientific meetings as needed (up to ~10%)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in the obesity therapeutic area or adjacent metabolic/endocrine fields is preferred, but not required
  • CMPP certification is not required, but is a plus

Education:

Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD preferred) in the life/health sciences

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