Director, Oncology Global Communications – Hematology

MSD

. Develop and implement integrated communications programs and strategies for the hematology portfolio and near-term product launches, including five pipeline assets .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $173,200 - $272,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing integrated communications strategies for the hematology portfolio, with a strong focus on crisis management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to translate complex scientific information into compelling communications across various mediums.

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Hematology/Oncology Product CommunicationsCrisis Communication ManagementDigital CommunicationsProject ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Communications Strategy DevelopmentContent CreationMedia RelationsScientific CommunicationsPublic Affairs StrategiesExecutive Thought LeadershipPress Release WritingDigital Content DevelopmentCrisis ManagementBrand Awareness

Soft Skills

Excellent Written and Oral Communication SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaborative AbilityAbility to Build Trusted Relationships

Tools & Technologies

Public Relations AgenciesDigital Media PlatformsPresentation SoftwareSocial Media ToolsBudget Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryHematologyOncologyDisease AwarenessRegulated Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement integrated communications programs and strategies for the hematology portfolio and near-term product launches, including five pipeline assets
Provide strategic external communications support, including press releases, media materials, executive thought leadership, medical meeting communications, and social and digital content
Lead communications planning and execution with Research & Development, Investor Relations, Commercial, Policy, and Market Access colleagues
Develop and execute strategies to establish the company’s reputation in hematology, aligned with corporate narrative, Global Oncology business strategy, and key business priorities
Anticipate issues and prepare crisis and issues management communications for the hematology portfolio
Develop communications strategies, programs, and materials for regions and subsidiaries worldwide and advise on franchise and product communications issues
Liaise with advocacy organizations and external experts to advance disease education and patient-centered communications programs
Work directly with public relations agencies and help manage related budgets
Manage a direct report supporting the hematology portfolio
Work under the guidance of the Executive Director, Global Oncology Communications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a communications or public relations role within the pharmaceutical or a related industry
Hematology/oncology product communications experience strongly preferred but not required
Excellent written and oral communications skills across print, digital, and presentation mediums
Ability to develop clear, persuasive materials under time pressure
Experience leading disease awareness, product communications, scientific communications, and/or approval and launch landmarks in a regulated environment
Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, concise, and compelling communications and storytelling across print, digital, social, and visual mediums and branded and unbranded audiences
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Ability to counsel and build trusted relationships with senior leaders and diverse cross-functional partners
Experience in proactive issues identification, scenario planning, and issues or crisis management
Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities
Collaborative ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-visibility role
Budget and agency management experience
Skills in brand awareness, content creation, crisis communication management, digital communications, executive presence, internal communications, media campaigns, media relations, medical communications, public affairs strategies, public speaking, social media strategies, and stakeholder engagement
No visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
Hybrid work arrangement