Director, Medical Communications – Congress Strategy

Syndax Pharmaceuticals

. Lead development and execution of integrated medical communications strategies across marketed products and pipeline programs .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesLead💰 $220,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing integrated medical communications strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with medical affairs regulations. Proficient in digital medical communications platforms and multichannel engagement strategies to enhance healthcare professional interactions.

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Medical Communications LeadershipDigital Medical Communications PlatformsVendor ManagementMedical Affairs ComplianceStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

Medical CommunicationsMedical Information OperationsInquiry ManagementBudget ManagementKPI DevelopmentStrategic PlanningContent DevelopmentMultichannel Engagement StrategiesGovernance CompliancePerformance Oversight

Tools & Technologies

Content Management SystemsDigital Amplification ToolsMedical Congress Planning Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree (PharmD, PhD, MD or Equivalent)

Industry Keywords

Medical AffairsHealthcare Professional EngagementEthics and ComplianceRegulatory StandardsMedical Education Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and execution of integrated medical communications strategies across marketed products and pipeline programs
Lead multichannel, peer-to-peer web-based and other HCP engagement strategies
Support integration of new assets, products, and therapeutic areas into medical communications platforms
Lead planning and execution for medical congress presence, including objectives, exhibit booth strategy, vendors, logistics, staffing, assets, and follow-up
Lead sponsored medical education initiatives and digital amplification of company data
Support Medical Information and Field Medical content development
Develop annual tactical plans and budgets; manage vendors, contracts, and invoicing
Develop, monitor, and communicate Medical Communications metrics and KPIs
Ensure medical education initiatives meet governance, legal, compliance, and regulatory standards
Collaborate with Medical Strategy, Publications, Medical Information, Field Medical, Regulatory, Legal, and Compliance stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD or equivalent)
8+ years of progressive Medical Affairs experience, including Medical Communications and Medical Information leadership responsibilities
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic medical communications
Experience with digital medical communications platforms, content management systems, and multichannel engagement strategies
Experience in Medical Information operations, inquiry management, and compliant scientific exchange
Vendor management including performance, quality, and budget oversight
In-depth knowledge of Medical Affairs ethics and compliance environment
Approximately 20% domestic and international travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity offering
Annual target bonuses
Outstanding benefits program
Equal opportunity employment