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Job title: Head of Global Scientific Communications, Neurology
Location: Cambridge, MA
About the Job
As Head of Global Scientific Communications within our R&D Global Medical Neurology team, you'll be part of a team that works at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting edge AI, data, and platforms to push the boundaries of science and transform care for people living with neurological conditions. Ready to get started?
Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.
About Sanofi
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Main responsibilities:
- Build, lead, and develop the Global Scientific Communications team for Neurology, aligned with the stage of development and launch readiness of the portfolio's assets.
- Lead the strategy and oversee the development and execution of scientific publications, medical communications, and medical education for the Neurology portfolio (both internal and external), ensuring open cross-functional and global-local collaboration and alignment with Neurology Therapeutic Area strategies.
- Act as a subject matter expert and key contributor to the Neurology Global brand and medical strategy.
- Oversee the development of strategic publication plans across the Neurology portfolio, overseeing high-quality publications (posters, abstracts, manuscripts) of clinical trial data, life cycle management studies, and real-world outcomes, in close coordination with RWE, HEVA, and R&D.
- Define and execute the high-level roadmap for scientific engagement models, standalone scientific events, and multichannel scientific communication platforms/frameworks, in alignment with Therapeutic Area strategy, to improve patient care and drive better health outcomes.
- Partner strategically with Global Medical Product Heads and the Global Commercial Lead to ensure medical-commercial alignment on scientific dissemination strategy for data generated by evidence generation teams, supporting compelling clinical value stories.
- Lead the development and execution of the Integrated Evidence Generation Plan (IEGP) communication strategy in collaboration with CSU, RWE, HEVA, MO&E, and country teams, ensuring timely and fair dissemination of evidence addressing gaps across LCM stages.
- Oversee development of the internal medical education plan (scientific platform, training modules, FAQs, backgrounders) and the foundational content for country-level training, leveraging digital and AI-enabled tools where possible.
- Maintain a current understanding of evolving trends within the Neurology therapeutic area and proactively identify areas of scientific interest that may impact Scientific Communications Plans, Medical Plans, and IEGPs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally (Medical, Pubs/Med Comms, FBM Excellence, Brand, Global/GMT/GBT/GPT colleagues) to ensure alignment and maximize the impact of Neurology scientific communications activities, identifying innovative solutions for medical education, publications, and external engagement within policy and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure all publications, medical communications, and education materials are developed compliantly, in accordance with SOPs, regulatory requirements, and applicable Corporate Integrity Agreement (CIA) obligations.
- Identify new data analysis and publication concepts with the team and ensure data from Specialty Care–sponsored and investigator-sponsored studies is presented accurately, fairly, and in a timely manner, per publication guidelines and internal procedures.
- Provide scientific and medical input into publications, medical communication and training content, symposia, and advisory boards; provide strategic input on Specialty Care's presence at global medical congresses (medical affairs booth, expert meetings, briefing materials, scientific content).
- Develop the annual budget and forecasts, closely managing and monitoring activities against budget; manage external vendors, including publications and medical education agencies of record.
- As part of the Global Medical Neurology Leadership Team, actively participate in and lead initiatives contributing to team culture, people engagement, ways of working, and overall governance.
About You
Minimum Qualifications
- MD (or equivalent), PhD, or PharmD
- 5 years medical, scientific or clinical experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Neuroscience, Neurology, or Ophthalmology background
- Demonstrated successful experience in Scientific Communications and Publications/Medical Affairs within the pharma/biotech industry.
- Experience managing medical communications and publications agencies and/or internal scientific writing teams
- Track record of implementing digital innovation and new channels to inform and educate intended audiences most effectively
- Budget and forecasting experience.
- Significant line and matrix management experience, with strong transversal collaboration across Medical, R&D, Commercial, HEVA, and Market Access functions.
Soft and Technical Skills:
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to critically analyze and synthesize complex scientific/data information; strong analytical skills, and ability to disrupt the status quo with innovation while staying pragmatic and focused on priorities.
- People Leadership: Ability to engage and leverage team strengths; sets high standards, communicates proactively, and provides meaningful feedback, coaching, and support.
- Relationships and Influence: Strong consulting, facilitation, and communication skills bridging scientific and business priorities; effective stakeholder management and ability to build powerful relationships and networks.
- Ethics and Standards: Upholds the highest ethical, regulatory, and scientific standards.
- Proactive and Result Orientation: Drives positive outcomes and impact through excellence in execution.
Additional Information:
- Approximately 20–30% travel required, including congresses and key markets.
Why Choose Us
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
- Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
- Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
- Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
#GD-SG
#LI-GZ
#vhd
#LI-Hybrid
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
Job title: Head of Global Scientific Communications, Neurology
Location: Cambridge, MA
About the Job
As Head of Global Scientific Communications within our R&D Global Medical Neurology team, you'll be part of a team that works at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting edge AI, data, and platforms to push the boundaries of science and transform care for people living with neurological conditions. Ready to get started?
Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.
About Sanofi
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Main responsibilities:
- Build, lead, and develop the Global Scientific Communications team for Neurology, aligned with the stage of development and launch readiness of the portfolio's assets.
- Lead the strategy and oversee the development and execution of scientific publications, medical communications, and medical education for the Neurology portfolio (both internal and external), ensuring open cross-functional and global-local collaboration and alignment with Neurology Therapeutic Area strategies.
- Act as a subject matter expert and key contributor to the Neurology Global brand and medical strategy.
- Oversee the development of strategic publication plans across the Neurology portfolio, overseeing high-quality publications (posters, abstracts, manuscripts) of clinical trial data, life cycle management studies, and real-world outcomes, in close coordination with RWE, HEVA, and R&D.
- Define and execute the high-level roadmap for scientific engagement models, standalone scientific events, and multichannel scientific communication platforms/frameworks, in alignment with Therapeutic Area strategy, to improve patient care and drive better health outcomes.
- Partner strategically with Global Medical Product Heads and the Global Commercial Lead to ensure medical-commercial alignment on scientific dissemination strategy for data generated by evidence generation teams, supporting compelling clinical value stories.
- Lead the development and execution of the Integrated Evidence Generation Plan (IEGP) communication strategy in collaboration with CSU, RWE, HEVA, MO&E, and country teams, ensuring timely and fair dissemination of evidence addressing gaps across LCM stages.
- Oversee development of the internal medical education plan (scientific platform, training modules, FAQs, backgrounders) and the foundational content for country-level training, leveraging digital and AI-enabled tools where possible.
- Maintain a current understanding of evolving trends within the Neurology therapeutic area and proactively identify areas of scientific interest that may impact Scientific Communications Plans, Medical Plans, and IEGPs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally (Medical, Pubs/Med Comms, FBM Excellence, Brand, Global/GMT/GBT/GPT colleagues) to ensure alignment and maximize the impact of Neurology scientific communications activities, identifying innovative solutions for medical education, publications, and external engagement within policy and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure all publications, medical communications, and education materials are developed compliantly, in accordance with SOPs, regulatory requirements, and applicable Corporate Integrity Agreement (CIA) obligations.
- Identify new data analysis and publication concepts with the team and ensure data from Specialty Care–sponsored and investigator-sponsored studies is presented accurately, fairly, and in a timely manner, per publication guidelines and internal procedures.
- Provide scientific and medical input into publications, medical communication and training content, symposia, and advisory boards; provide strategic input on Specialty Care's presence at global medical congresses (medical affairs booth, expert meetings, briefing materials, scientific content).
- Develop the annual budget and forecasts, closely managing and monitoring activities against budget; manage external vendors, including publications and medical education agencies of record.
- As part of the Global Medical Neurology Leadership Team, actively participate in and lead initiatives contributing to team culture, people engagement, ways of working, and overall governance.
About You
Minimum Qualifications
- MD (or equivalent), PhD, or PharmD
- 5 years medical, scientific or clinical experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Neuroscience, Neurology, or Ophthalmology background
- Demonstrated successful experience in Scientific Communications and Publications/Medical Affairs within the pharma/biotech industry.
- Experience managing medical communications and publications agencies and/or internal scientific writing teams
- Track record of implementing digital innovation and new channels to inform and educate intended audiences most effectively
- Budget and forecasting experience.
- Significant line and matrix management experience, with strong transversal collaboration across Medical, R&D, Commercial, HEVA, and Market Access functions.
Soft and Technical Skills:
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to critically analyze and synthesize complex scientific/data information; strong analytical skills, and ability to disrupt the status quo with innovation while staying pragmatic and focused on priorities.
- People Leadership: Ability to engage and leverage team strengths; sets high standards, communicates proactively, and provides meaningful feedback, coaching, and support.
- Relationships and Influence: Strong consulting, facilitation, and communication skills bridging scientific and business priorities; effective stakeholder management and ability to build powerful relationships and networks.
- Ethics and Standards: Upholds the highest ethical, regulatory, and scientific standards.
- Proactive and Result Orientation: Drives positive outcomes and impact through excellence in execution.
Additional Information:
- Approximately 20–30% travel required, including congresses and key markets.
Why Choose Us
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
- Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
- Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
- Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
#GD-SG
#LI-GZ
#vhd
#LI-Hybrid
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head of communications jobs.
- 10 or more years of progressive communications leadership experience in a relevant industry
- Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise-wide communications strategies
- Experience leading media relations, including executive spokesperson and crisis communications
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- Strong executive presence with experience advising C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
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Quantify your earned media results
Head of communications roles expect proof of impact, not just activity. Replace vague claims with concrete outcomes: coverage placements at named outlets, audience reach, or message adoption rates from executive communications campaigns you led.
Tailor your portfolio to the sector
A nonprofit communications portfolio lands differently at a publicly traded company. Pull the two or three samples that match the hiring organization's context, whether that's crisis response, legislative communications, or brand narrative, and lead with those.
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Prepare a board-level communications sample
Many hiring teams for this role ask candidates to present a past communications strategy or a brief for a hypothetical scenario. Have a clean, presenter-ready case study ready that shows how you aligned messaging to organizational goals under real constraints.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Get clarity on team size, budget authority, and whether the role owns executive communications before you accept an offer. These structural details determine your actual leverage and visibility inside the organization far more than title alone.
Head Of Communications Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head of communicationss?
The companies hiring the most head of communicationss right now include TikTok, SeatGeek, and State Street, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at large enterprises, healthcare systems, and mission-driven nonprofits with active public affairs needs.
How many head of communications jobs are remote?
About 54% of head of communications openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's dependence on executive relationship-building and real-time media response. Sub-functions like internal communications strategy and content development tend to have the highest remote availability, while crisis communications and executive advisory roles more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a head of communications?
Most people reach this role by building deep expertise in one communications discipline, such as media relations, corporate affairs, or internal communications, then taking on broader team leadership. You progress by owning increasingly high-stakes initiatives, developing executive relationships, and demonstrating that your communications strategy moves measurable organizational outcomes. A background in journalism, public relations, or public affairs is a common starting point.
Can you get hired as a head of communications without senior leadership experience?
It's difficult at large organizations, but smaller companies, startups, and nonprofits regularly hire communications leaders who have managed a small team or run an entire function solo at an earlier-stage organization. Demonstrating that you've owned strategy end-to-end, managed external agency relationships, and advised senior leaders carries more weight than a specific title or org chart position.
What does the head of communications interview process look like?
The process typically moves through an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on communications philosophy and past strategy, and then a panel stage with cross-functional leaders such as the CEO, CMO, or general counsel. Many organizations add a presentation round where you develop and pitch a communications strategy or respond to a simulated crisis scenario, followed by reference checks before an offer.
Where can I find and apply to head of communications jobs?
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