Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities includes editing, splicing, RNA interference and antisense silencing, providing us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline includes clinical programs in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Huntington’s disease, as well as a preclinical program in obesity. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.

Description

Wave Life Sciences seeks a highly motivated communications expert with a scientific background to join a growing genetic medicines company with multiple preclinical and clinical programs and a novel discovery and drug development platform. In addition to basic responsibilities to support external communications, this opening provides an opportunity for the right candidate to help shape the future of the Medical Communications organization at Wave. 

Come build a world-class organization with us!

Reporting to the Head of Medical Communications, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing scientific content to support communication and publication strategies across platform and discovery-stage programs at Wave. Our discovery scientists are challenging assumptions about the chemistries that can impact the pharmacology and biology of oligonucleotides and potential therapeutics. They are also advancing capabilities to support novel modalities, such as RNA base editing, and have produced a first-in-class RNA editing candidate and the most advanced program currently in development using an oligonucleotide to harness an endogenous enzyme for editing.

The Manager/Senior Manager, Scientific Communications will help to advance science by partnering with our scientists to support communication and publication strategies across Wave’s innovative discovery and pipeline programs.

Experience

• Advanced degree required, doctorate level (PharmD, M.D., or Ph.D.) preferred 
• Background in chemistry, chemical biology, or biochemistry, with demonstrable knowledge of nucleic acid chemistry
• Basic understanding of drug discovery and development
• Experience writing and publishing clear, concise and highly readable articles in English in peer-reviewed scientific journals

Responsibilities

• Draft and/or manage development of publications (abstracts, posters, slide presentations, and journal articles) to meet scientific communication goals in alignment with the overall objectives for Wave’s platform and discovery stage programs
• Provide oversight of work performed by external communications agencies, contract writers and/or artists to develop materials that meet communication goals
• Coordinate and lead/participate in meetings with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely completion of projects
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications, Investor Relations, and Patient Advocacy to support external communications across audiences on key milestones and data
• Develop, maintain, and disseminate key informational documents to support Wave’s platform and discovery-stage programs (eg, communication platforms, Frequently Asked Questions, and congress reports)

Key Skills

• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills
• Self-directed, skilled in project planning and time management
• Collaborative team player
• Agile, and willing to adapt to evolving priorities
• Strong scientific acumen and able to master new concepts
• Basic understanding of nucleic acid chemistry
• Proficient in Microsoft programs (Office, Powerpoint, Excel); experience with graphic programs (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign) a plus

Wave Life Sciences provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wave Life Sciences complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wave Life Sciences expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Wave Life Sciences’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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