Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.

About This Role 

The Associate Director, Global Product Communications Lead, Neuromuscular Franchise is responsible for external and internal strategic communications initiatives that shape both the environment and Biogen’s reputation in order to build a competitive edge and further the company’s business strategy. The person in this role is accountable for the development and implementation of a global, integrated corporate affairs strategy with a focus on Biogen’s neuromuscular unit encompassing spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and ALS.  In addition, this role will support U.S. business needs, including storytelling and local/national media opportunities. 

What You'll Do

• The individual will lead market shaping initiatives, creative brand communications, reputation building, and issues management related to the SMA and ALS brand teams and rare disease space. The role will support Biogen’s affiliates around the globe in helping to raise the Company’s profile by developing communication strategies for the neuromuscular franchise.
• The Global Product Communications Lead must demonstrate domain expertise in Biogen’s therapeutic areas and closely collaborate with Corporate Affairs partners in media relations, social media, internal, corporate communications, and patient advocacy. S/he will be responsible for providing strategic council to the SMA and ALS brand teams while serving as the disease expert and central point of contact in the corporate affairs function.
• This position requires strong collaboration and networking across Biogen. As a member of the Core Global Patient Advocacy and External Communications Team, this role will work cross-functionally with colleagues in global, regional and in the Biogen affiliates.
• The individual will be responsible for providing strategic council to the SMA and ALS brand teams while serving as the disease expert and central point of contact in the corporate affairs function. 
• This role is based in the company’s headquarters located in Cambridge, MA and reports into the Senior Director, Patient Advocacy and External Communications.

Who You Are

You can work collaboratively within a matrix team and partner with internal and external stakeholders on complex issues.

Required Skills 

· Creativity in digital and innovative storytelling

· Ability to work in a geographical and culturally diverse environment

· Flexible to find the right balance in working strategically and executing; agile and hands-on mentality; enjoys a fast-paced, often unpredictable environment

· Outstanding interpersonal skills,

· Strong business acumen in pharma/biotech industry

· 10+ years of professional experience in a variety of corporate affairs disciplines

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.