Director, Corporate Communications and Patient Advocacy

Who we are…

Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer.

What you’ll be doing

The Director, Corporate Communications and Patient Advocacy will play a critical role in building and implementing our overall communications and patient advocacy engagement strategy. This individual will be responsible for development and execution of company and product communications, in partnership with Head of Corporate Communications and Patient Advocacy and other cross-functional colleagues, for both external and internal audiences. The role will have a strong focus on corporate positioning, digital presence and engagement to drive awareness and appreciation of Nuvation Bio with key stakeholders.

You will be responsible for…

• Support identify and engagement of key advocacy stakeholders, which could include: patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and advocacy groups for engagement and collaboration based on mutual goals.
• Develop, management, and maintenance of strategic corporate and PR communication materials, including press releases, presentations, Q&As, digital content, internal communications and more.
• Oversee Nuvation Bio’s digital brand identity and serve as lead on strategy, content and execution deliverables for digital components, including but not limited to Corporate website and social channels.
• Develop compelling, authentic, and consistent messaging related to Nuvation Bio’s strategies, initiatives, pipeline, and performance. Ensure that all communications incorporate Best Practices and comply with pertinent SEC rules and FD regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the Head of Corporate Communications and Patient Advocacy, with Executive Team and other functional leadership, as well as related agencies to ensure consistent messaging for external/internal stakeholders, maximizing efficient use of resources
• Own specific workstreams that support external and internal communications initiatives and patient advocacy engagement, including media relations, digital and social media campaigns, patient ambassador programs event and patient advocacy related projects.
• Proactively craft regular progress reports and presentations for key stakeholders, including the executive committee and cross-functional team, to provide updates on program performance and milestones. Maintain pulse on Nuvation Bio public sentiment via Meltwater and other services.

What Knowledge & Experience you'll bring to us...

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8+ years of experience working in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, with direct experience designing and executing corporate communications within a publicly traded company and/or in an agency setting.
• Proven ability to speak the language of a pharmaceutical/biotech company and break down complex scientific concepts for both internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated track record of conducting successful, proactive communications programs that employ creativity and use of a variety of tools, forums, media and metrics.
• Experience leading digital initiatives and developing thought leadership content, including executives and our CEO.
• Understanding of the advocacy landscape and core engagement principles / best practices.
• Trusted for flawless execution of proactive and reactive initiatives.
• Maintains strong relationships with healthcare reporters, and industry media.
• Knowledge of up-to-date compliance, legal, regulatory and other issues that impact communications and can apply them, accordingly, including knowledge of SEC and disclosure requirements.
• Strategic agility, able to balance proactive/planning with reactive elements of the position. Thrives in the opportunity to support the full spectrum of biotech communications and patient advocacy needs, from internal communications efforts to medical meetings to thought leadership, and can successfully toggle as needs arise.
• Dynamic, team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and influence skills. Experience working with and managing agency partners. Demonstrates leadership abilities with room to grow into management as function evolves.
• Enthusiastic about Nuvation Bio’s vision and mission and endorse and promote our values.

Behavioral skills to be successful...

• Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
• Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
• Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
• Emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
• Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
• Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

What we have for you!

• Competitive Base Salary, Bonus, and Equity Plans
• Unlimited Vacation and 10 Sick Days Annually
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Company Matching
• and much more!

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location among other factors. Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

Disclaimer

Nuvation Bio, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Nothing restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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