Senior Director, R&D Communications

Senior Director, R&D Communications

Vir Biotechnology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies.

We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best.

The Opportunity

Vir Biotechnology is looking for an experienced communicator with strong biopharma scientific knowledge to join our biotech company as the Sr. Director of R&D Communications. Reporting to the SVP, Corporate Communications, this pivotal role is responsible for translating complex scientific information into clear, compelling messages for a variety of communication assets and audiences. You will lead efforts to establish and maintain scientific thought leadership, collaborate closely with patient advocacy and external communications, as well as Vir Bio's Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), to drive impactful communication strategies that elevate the company's profile in the biopharma industry.

This role is located in our San Francisco headquarters with an expectation of at least 3 days per week in office.

What You'll Do

• Translate complex scientific concepts into accessible and engaging content for diverse audiences, ensuring clear understanding of our research and development initiatives
• Develop and manage strategies to establish and enhance scientific thought leadership within the R&D team and the broader organization
• Identify and capitalize on scientific thought leadership opportunities with the goal of positioning Vir Bio as a leader in the biopharma industry
• Work with patient advocacy to incorporate patient perspectives into the R&D objectives, ensuring consistent messaging and brand representation
• Lead and facilitate the dissemination of R&D updates to all stakeholders, utilizing various communication platforms and tactics
• Gain insights into the rapidly evolving biopharma industry and stay abreast of advancements in research and development
• Support our CSO and CMO with internal and external engagement preparations
• Coordinate with leaders across the organization to align R&D communications with overall corporate objectives
• Identify and facilitate thought leadership opportunities for Vir Bio leaders that highlight both their own and our expertise

Who You Are And What You Bring

Who We Are And What We Offer

The expected salary range for this position is $227,500.00 to $318,000.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Vir Biotechnology's compensation and benefits are aligned with the current market and commensurate with the person's experience and qualifications. All full-time employees receive a package that includes compensation, bonus and equity as well as many other Vir Biotechnology benefits and perks such as health and welfare benefit plans, non-accrual paid time off, company shut down for holidays, commuter benefits, childcare reimbursement, education reimbursement, 401K match and lunch each day in the office.