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Global Scientific Communications Lead (m/f/d)

On-site in Spain·Full-time·Added today (last checked 26 Oct)

Grünenthal

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Advanced scientific or medical degree (MD, PharmD, PhD or equivalent) strongly preferred; other relevant advanced qualifications may be considered with substantial industry experience.
  • Significant experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology, or Communication agency Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, Publications or a closely related discipline, with evidence of increasing strategic responsibility.
  • Proven experience in global scientific communication and publication strategies, scientific platforms, congress deliverables and external author or expert engagement.
  • Strong understanding of clinical development, evidence generation, data interpretation, medical strategy and the needs of healthcare professionals, payers, patients and scientific stakeholders.
  • Working knowledge of publication ethics and standards, including Good Publication Practice, ICMJE authorship principles, data disclosure requirements and relevant legal, regulatory and compliance frameworks.
  • Experience leading in a global matrix and influencing senior cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.
  • Experience managing agencies, vendors, budgets, prioritization and multiple complex deliverables; launch and/or early pipeline experience is highly desirable
  • Fluent professional English, with outstanding scientific writing, presentation and verbal communication skills.

The role

Are you an entrepreneurial thinker? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a strong sense of purpose that thrives on finding new ways to tackle challenges? Then our Commercial, Marketing & Sales team is the right place for you: whether you're passionate about Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Commercial Excellence or Sales. We analyse the market to find out exactly what patients need, and then we provide pain treatments that improve their lives - while creating value for Grünenthal. We strive to make progress towards our vision of a world free of pain - every single day, one patient at a time. We'd love you to help us make a powerful impact on the lives of people living with pain around the globe.

What you'll do

What the job looks like
Each day you'll enjoy a variety of challenges, such as:

  • Own and continuously evolve the global scientific communications strategy across early pipeline and launch/commercialized assets portfolio, aligned with medical strategy, Integrated Evidence Plans, development milestones, and lifecycle objectives.
  • Establish a coherent scientific communication architecture connecting scientific narratives, publications, congresses, medical education, core scientific content, field medical enablement and digital dissemination.
  • Ensure a consistent, evidence-based and differentiated scientific voice across assets, geographies and channels while enabling appropriate local adaptation.
  • Build the scientific foundation for early assets by translating disease biology, patient journey, unmet need, target product profile, emerging clinical data and competitive context into a clear scientific narrative and communication roadmap.
  • Partner with Global Medical Leads, Clinical Development, Translational Medicine, HEOR/Market Access, Regulatory and other relevant functions to anticipate evidence and communication needs early in development.
  • Integrate publication and congress planning with development and evidence-generation timelines, including data disclosure, disease-state leadership, external scientific engagement and future launch readiness.
  • Identify scientific communication gaps and opportunities that may inform evidence generation, differentiation and stakeholder understanding.
  • Lead integrated scientific communication planning for launch-stage and selected commercialized products, translating new evidence and insights into timely, accurate and compliant scientific communications.
  • Lead the Medical Affairs congress communication strategy, including scientific content priorities, data dissemination, medical education and coordination of a consistent scientific presence.
  • Ensure scientific communication plans support launch readiness, evidence adoption, appropriate use and lifecycle priorities without assuming promotional accountability.
  • Act as the strategic scientific communications partner to Global Medical Leads and ensure clear accountability interfaces between asset Medical Strategy and scientific communication strategy.

What you'll bring to the table
To make the most of this role and truly thrive, you should have:

How you'll work

Hiring Manager: Matias Ferraris, Global Head of Medical Affairs

Professional | Permanent | Full-time | Mobile Work

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"Shape the scientific narrative behind a global portfolio and turn complex evidence into meaningful insights that influence healthcare decisions worldwide."

Matias Ferraris, the Hiring Manager

About Grünenthal

Grünenthal is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Aachen, Germany, specializing in pain management and related diseases. With a strong focus on research and development, the company brings innovative treatments and technologies to patients worldwide. In 2025, Grünenthal employed around 4,100 people and achieved revenues of €1.8 billion, with affiliates in 28 countries across Europe, Latin America, and the U.S.

In Spain, Grünenthal operates through its subsidiary Grünenthal Pharma, located in Madrid. The Spanish office is recognized as one of the 50 best workplaces in Spain by Great Place to Work, offering a supportive environment with excellent facilities and a prime location overlooking a park. The company actively hires for roles in research, IT, and corporate functions, making it an attractive employer for international professionals seeking opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector.

Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Founded
1946
Employees
4,000–5,000
Headquarters
Aachen, Germany
In Spain
Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grünenthal is headquartered in Aachen, Germany, with a significant presence in Madrid, Spain, offering opportunities for international professionals.
  • The Spanish office is located in Madrid, a diverse and exciting city, and has been recognized as one of the 50 best workplaces in Spain by Great Place to Work.
  • The company provides excellent facilities, including free parking and a cantina, and promotes employee well-being.
  • Grünenthal operates in 28 countries, offering potential for international mobility and career growth.
  • The company focuses on pain management and related diseases, with a strong R&D pipeline, providing opportunities in research and innovation.
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