Senior Director, Medical Publications and Scientific Communications

Responsibilities

The Senior Director will lead the development and tactical execution of publication strategies for acoramidis, ensuring alignment with medical strategic imperatives. They will manage the creation and submission of manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations while collaborating with internal stakeholders and key opinion leaders.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) and possess over 10 years of experience in scientific publications or medical affairs within the biotech industry. Strong expertise in real-world evidence, publication management systems, and industry guidelines is required.

Skills

• Publication planning
• Scientific communications
• Medical affairs
• Real-world evidence
• HEOR
• Scientific writing
• Data interpretation
• Statistical concepts
• Project management
• GPP
• ICMJE
• iEnvision
• Cardiology
• Rare diseases
• Clinical trials

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Referral bonus
• Subsidized lunch
• Subsidized parking
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility and family-forming benefits
• Mental health support
• Paid time off
• Paid medical leave
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development programs

About this role

Mavericks Wanted
When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on

In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.

Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.
What You'll Do
The Senior Director, Medical Publications and Scientific Communications will support the development and tactical execution of the publication strategy for acoramidis. This role includes serving as a publication lead, providing hands-on support throughout the publication planning and development cycle to ensure the quality of deliverables and compliant alignment with publication initiatives, organizational goals, and medical strategic imperatives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in publication planning, scientific communications and publication development, and medical affairs, along with familiarity with real-world evidence (RWE) publications.
Responsibilities
Support the development and execution of the publication strategy for studies (primarily RWE but may include HEOR, clinical and preclinical), helping ensure alignment with medical strategic objectives and compliance with industry best practices (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, etc).
Manage the development, review, and submission of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations across real-world evidence studies, and health economics outcomes research (HEOR) preclinical and clinical trials.
Collaborate with internal and external authors, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and research partners to develop high-impact scientific publications.
Support timely and high-quality execution of publication plans, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders and external agencies.
Support the development of medical communication materials for the medical affairs team and cross-functional partners, including timely provision of information and resources needed for internal training.
Support identification of opportunities for integrating RWE into the broader publication and scientific communication strategy and plan.
Where You'll Work
This is a U.S.-based remote role that will require quarterly, or as needed visits to our San Francisco Office.
Who You Are
Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent) in life sciences, medicine, or related field
10+ years of experience in scientific publications, medical communications, or medical affairs within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Strong expertise in real-world evidence publications, including experience publishing observational studies, registry data, and HEOR findings
Proven track record of contributing to publication strategies and delivering high-impact peer-reviewed publications and congress materials
Deep understanding of scientific writing, data interpretation, and statistical concepts related to clinical and real-world research
Familiarity with publication management systems (eg: iEnvision) and strong knowledge of industry guidelines and best practices (GPP, ICMJE, etc)
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
CMPP certification
Experience in cardiology and/or rare diseases
Prior medical writing experience
Travel required 30% to attend HQ quarterly, and attend medical and scientific conferences
At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.
Salary
$255,000—$280,000 USD
As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location. We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.
For BridgeBio Full-Time U.S Based Roles:
Financial & Rewards
Market-leading compensation
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
Referral bonus for hired candidates
Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days
Health & Well-Being
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Fertility & family-forming benefits
Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
Hybrid work model with flexibility
Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays
Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family
Skill Development & Career Paths:
People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development ...

About BridgeBio Pharma

Biotechnology Research · 501-1,000 employees · headquartered in Palo Alto, California · founded 2014