Manager, Medical Core Content - Rare Diseases

Job Description

The Manager, Medical Core Content is a team-level operational role responsible for the development, maintenance, and day-to-day quality assurance of all core scientific and medical content for the relevant therapeutic area.

This role focuses on the execution and production of scientific assets, ensuring they accurately reflect clinical data, adhere to the core scientific narrative, and are compliant with all internal and external regulations. This position reports directly to the Associate Director, CNS Scientific Communications.

Key Responsibilities Include

Under the guidance of the Associate Director, Medical Communications, draft and maintain high-priority, foundational scientific communication core materials, including :

Core Disease State Decks

Core Field Materials

Medical Publications

New Data Reporting

Medical Information Content Generation

Scientific Accuracy and Consistency

Ensure all content adheres to the approved core scientific narrative and lexicon, accurately reflects clinical trial data, and maintains consistency across global materials

Maintain content repositories and ensure version control and accessibility for global teams

Utilize platforms like Veeva Vault, to manage content lifecycle and Medical Review submissions.

Track and report content usage and effectiveness, providing insights for optimization

Data Integration

Collaborate with Clinical Development and Research teams to integrate new data from clinical study reports or publications into existing core content

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as key support resource for the Field Medical Affairs team, managing the content repository and version control for field-facing materials

Partner with external medical writing agencies, providing operational input and feedback, reviewing drafts for scientific accuracy, and ensuring deliverables align with project timelines

Ensure all content creation and review processes adhere to internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Publication Practices (GPP), and global regulatory guidelines

Medical Information Content Generation

Develop, review, and maintain high-quality, scientifically accurate medical information content for relevant therapeutic area products, including standard response letters, FAQs, and global core content.

Ensure all content complies with regulatory, legal, and medical standards, and is aligned with product strategy and scientific messaging.

Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure consistency and accuracy of medical communications.

Support the global-to-local adaptation of core content for use by regional and affiliate medical teams.

Serve as a champion for Medical Review / Promotional review processes for materials

Manage content lifecycle processes, including version control, periodic review, and archiving in content management systems (e.g., Veeva Vault).

Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient content development and approval.

Monitor scientific literature and product data to ensure content reflects the most current evidence and clinical guidance.

Contribute to the development and implementation of content governance frameworks and best practices.

Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on the appropriate use of medical information content.

Consider technology and AI to support workflow improvement

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Advanced scientific degree is strongly preferred (PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent) with expertise in Neuroscience or a related field

Minimum of 4+ years of applied experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, Medical Writing, and / or medical information within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

Proven experience in the development and writing of core medical affairs content (e.g., scientific decks, disease state materials)

Experience working with medical writing agencies and managing content projects against strict timelines

Skills and Competencies

Ability to interpret complex scientific data and translate it into clear, concise, and scientifically accurate communication materials for a professional medical audience

Strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and quality assurance in content creation and version control

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple content projects and deadlines independently within defined scope and guidance

Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal cross-functional partners and external vendors

Foundational understanding of the principles governing scientific and medical communications, including GPP and regulatory compliance requirements

Competencies

Accountability for Results -

Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.

Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -

Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.

Patient & Customer Centricity -

Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and / or key stakeholders.

Impactful Communication -

Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.

Respectful Collaboration -

Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.

Empowered Development -

Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Minimum $117,027.00 - Maximum $175,030.00, plus incentive opportunity : The range shown represents a typical pay range or starting pay for individuals who are hired in the role to perform in the United States. Other elements may be used to determine actual pay such as the candidate’s job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in role. Typically, actual pay will be positioned within the established range, rather than at its minimum or maximum. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with states and local laws.

Application Deadline

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days.

Company benefits

Company benefits :

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a generous 401(k) match, flexible time off, paid holidays, and paid leave programs as well as other company provided benefits.

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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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