Director, Scientific and Medical Communications
LifelancerNew York, New York, United States
Posted March 17, 2026
220000 - 225000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Lifelancer is an AI-powered talent marketplace that connects life‑science, pharmaceutical, health‑tech, and IT employers with a global pool of freelance, remote, and local experts. The platform streamlines recruitment by matching companies with over 50,000 specialists across biotech, biopharma, digital health, and related fields. In addition to talent sourcing, Lifelancer partners with leading providers to deliver end‑to‑end hiring‑compliance and payroll solutions for international engagements. By combining advanced AI matching, industry‑specific expertise, and comprehensive compliance support, Lifelancer empowers life‑science organizations to scale talent acquisition efficiently and globally.
Job Description
Protara Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company seeking a Director, Scientific and Medical Communications to develop and drive the scientific and medical communication strategy for its oncology and rare disease product portfolio.
Requirements
- 8–10+ years of experience in scientific or medical communications within biotech/pharma, CROs, or medical communications agencies.
- Advanced degree in life sciences (i.e., MPH, PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in oncology, cell and gene therapy, or rare diseases.
- Proven ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, accurate, and engaging content.
- Strong understanding of clinical development, medical affairs, and publication processes.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills with meticulous attention to scientific accuracy.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits package
- Incentive bonus
- Equity compensation
- Matching 401(k)
- Medical, dental, vision, commuter, and fertility benefits
- Generous Paid Holidays
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexible working hours/schedule
