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Senior Director, Internal Communications & Engagement

Scholar Rock
Full-time
On-site
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Internal Communications
Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and delivers life-changing therapies for people with serious diseases that have high unmet need. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily of cell proteins and named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures, the clinical-stage company is focused on advancing innovative treatments where protein growth factors are fundamental. Over the past decade, the company has created a pipeline with the potential to advance the standard of care for neuromuscular disease, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor-targeted drugs can play a transformational role.
 
Scholar Rock is the only company to show clinical proof of concept for a muscle-targeted treatment in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This commitment to unlocking fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. By harnessing cutting-edge science in disease spaces that are historically under-addressed through traditional therapies, Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients. Learn more about the company’s approach at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.

Summary of Position:

We’re seeking a seasoned, strategic Senior Director of Internal Communications & Engagement to lead and manage our internal communications function. Reporting to Vice President, Head of Corporate Affairs & Investor Relations, this critical role will be responsible shaping Scholar Rock’s internal messaging, and driving and ensuring consistent, impactful, and creative communications that align with our company's values, goals, and culture. 

The Senior Director, Internal Communications will work closely with senior leaders and partner cross-functionally, particularly with the Human Resource team, to bring the company’s culture and values to life with employees through impactful, engaging communications. This position will get to play an essential role in connecting employees to our mission of serving individuals and families living with serious diseases. 

Position Responsibilities:

    • Develop and execute an impactful internal communication strategy that is aligned with the organization's business objectives, fosters team member engagement and supports overall company culture.
    • Develop messages, content, and materials to support internal communications, including all internal communication channels (email, intranet, town halls, employee events, digital signage, articles, newsletters, videos, etc). 
    • Build relationships across the business, communicating with candor and diplomacy, and partnering with our leadership team to advance the internal comms platform.
    • Develop and lead effective campaigns around critical company priorities and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams on change management and crisis communications.
    • Work closely with the Corporate Affairs team to ensure consistent internal and external messaging, branding, and priorities for key milestones and data announcements. 
    • Develop and maintain editorial calendars to drive internal communications in line with company priorities and news flow. 
    • Partner with Patient Advocacy on communications and events to bring the patient voice and our “focus on patients” to life for our employees.  
    • Create and foster two-way channels for leadership and employee communications and dialogue.
    • Collaborate with HR to ensure employee communications are well coordinated and aligned with broader internal objectives and messaging. 
    • Leverage innovation, technology and best practices to ensure the company’s internal communications remain on the cutting edge. 
    • Measure and report on internal communications activities and impact. 
    • Serve as the trusted communications advisor to colleagues around the organization. 

Candidate Requirements:

    • 10+ years of corporate communications experience with at least three years focused on internal communication and three years in a leadership role
    • Experience developing and executing internal communications strategies, working collaboratively, and evaluating/measuring the effectiveness of internal comms activities  
    • Exceptional communicator (writing, editing presenting etc.) with proven ability to articulate complex information clearly and tactfully 
    • Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
    • Experience working closely with senior executives to develop high-level communication strategies and execute critical initiatives
    • Expertise in crisis communications and managing high-stakes messaging  
    • Experience in chance management and supporting organizational transformation with impactful communications 
    • Strong listening, collaboration, consensus-building and interpersonal skills; ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the organization 
    • Ability to lead and independently drive projects forward with tangible results
    • Ability to solve challenges and resolve conflicts with sound judgement and minimal supervision
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and successfully management multiple projects 
    • Biopharmaceutical/industry experience preferred 
    • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field 
Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 
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