Manager, Research and Development Communications

Title: Manager, R&D Communications

Location: Waltham United States

Job Description:

The company is seeking a driven and experienced communicator to help elevate our great science and support key milestones across our early and late-stage research portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Director, Corporate and R&D Communications and Patient Advocacy, within Corporate Affairs, the Manager will support the development and execution of external communications strategies, plans and tactics to help raise the profile of Alkermes' neuroscience expertise. The position requires an individual who can work productively and can prioritize assignments based on business need. Critical success factors for the role include excellent written communications skills and the ability to effectively partner with cross-functional leaders throughout the company (e.g., R&D, medical, legal, regulatory, clinical).

Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support development and implementation of R&D PR plans and initiatives aligned with corporate goals to strengthen awareness of Alkermes' neuroscience expertise among key stakeholders

• Manage and contribute to the development of R&D communications materials, including press releases, Q&A documents, presentations, fact sheets and briefing documents to support clinical and regulatory milestones

• Develop R&D-focused content for owned digital channels such as LinkedIn and the corporate website

• Track media trends related to neuroscience and identify opportunities to generate coverage of Alkermes' R&D story in the absence of milestone events

• Partner with cross-functional colleagues in Research and Clinical to develop key messages for early-stage pipeline candidates, including in new indications of interest

• Work closely with members of Medical Affairs to develop strategic communications that support the company's scientific communications efforts (posters, manuscripts, etc.)

• Assess patient advocacy landscape for new therapeutic areas and establish relationships

• Partner with the broader Corporate Affairs team to align and maximize opportunities for R&D initiatives and communication activities

• Proactively research trends, new developments and insights in priority business areas and relevant disease states

• Develop and maintain a current understanding of the competitive landscape to better characterize the differentiating features of our development candidates

• Compile media and social listening coverage reports

• Help identify and track speaking opportunities at high-impact industry conferences and flag relevant opportunities Alkermes should consider for the executive leadership team

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• 5 - 7 years of experience in a public relations or communications-related role; PR agency, biotech or pharma experience is highly desirable

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear and concise communications in a manner appropriate to audience, whether verbal or written

• Experience in writing, editing, social media management, media relations and working with vendors

• Strong attention-to-detail and project management skills

• Thorough knowledge of proper grammar usage; excellent proofreading skills

• Can effectively prioritize complex workload demands and deadlines

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships

• Curious; eager to learn

• Strong verbal skills

• Self-directed team player with a positive attitude

• Travel as required (~10%)

• Bachelor's degree (communications, marketing/public relations, journalism, English or related discipline a plus)

Alkermes has adopted a hybrid working environment to support and meet the needs of employees and this role will operate in a flexible environment with 60% of time in the office and 40% from home. This position is eligible for the hybrid workplace model, requiring work to be completed onsite at our Waltham, MA office at least 3 days per week. This role is not eligible for fully remote work.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $115,000 - $130,000. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual performance pay bonus. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, training, knowledge, and experience. Alkermes offers a competitive benefits package. Additional details can be found on our careers website: www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here