North America Head of Scientific Communications

Kyowa Kirin

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario. Summary of Job: The North America Head of Medical Affairs Operations & Excellence is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing the strategic, operational, and organizational effectiveness of the North America Medical Affairs function. With regional accountability and strong partnership across Global Medical Affairs, this leader drives integrated planning, governance, resource optimization, performance management, and execution excellence to support the organization's scientific and business objectives. The role provides leadership and oversight for Medical Affairs operations and directly manages the North America Medical Affairs Project Management team. As a key member of the Medical Affairs leadership ecosystem, the Head of Medical Affairs Operations & Excellence partners closely with regional and global stakeholders to align priorities, enable cross-functional execution, optimize portfolio delivery, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, scalability, and operational rigor across the organization. Essential Functions: Medical Affairs Operations & Strategy Enablement * Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Medical Affairs operational models across North America. * Translate Medical Affairs strategy into integrated operational plans, timelines, and execution frameworks across therapeutic areas and assets. * Partner with North America Medical Affairs leadership to support annual planning, goal setting, prioritization, and resourcing decisions. * Enable effective execution across the Medical Affairs portfolio by driving clarity of roles, responsibilities, decision rights, and interdependencies. * Provide regional accountability for North America Medical Affairs systems and tools (e.g., planning, tracking, and performance management platforms), ensuring fit-for-purpose use, alignment with global standards, and continuous optimization. * Oversee North America Medical Affairs operating budgets, including planning, forecasting, tracking, and optimization of spend in partnership with Finance and Global Medical Affairs counterparts. * Oversee promotional/non-promotional review process Project Management & Execution Excellence * Oversee a team of Medical Affairs project managers responsible for planning and execution of key Medical Affairs initiatives, programs, and milestones. * Establish standardized project management methodologies, tools, and best practices across Medical Affairs. * Ensure consistent tracking, reporting, and escalation of risks, dependencies, and execution issues across the portfolio. * Drive on-time, high-quality delivery of Medical Affairs initiatives through strong governance and disciplined execution.  Governance, Processes & Ways of Working * Lead Medical Affairs governance forums and operating rhythms, including portfolio reviews, planning meetings, and leadership updates. * Establish and maintain clear processes for intake, prioritization, execution, and decision-making across Medical Affairs activities. * Partner with Regulatory, Legal, Compliance, and other functions to ensure Medical Affairs operations align with internal policies and external requirements. * Drive simplification and efficiency by identifying and addressing process gaps, redundancies, and operational pain points.  Performance Management & Insights * Define and implement performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting to track Medical Affairs execution, impact, and resource utilization. * Enable data-driven decision-making through clear insights into progress, risks, and outcomes. * Support continuous improvement by using performance insights to inform planning, prioritization, and operational enhancements. * People Leadership & Capability Building * Lead, develop, and mentor a team of Medical Affairs project managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. * Build project management and operational capabilities across the Medical Affairs organization through training, coaching, and best practice sharing. * Support talent development, succession planning, and future capability needs as the portfolio and organization evolve.  Cross-Functional Leadership & Strategic Partnership * Serve as a strategic operational partner to the North America Medical Affairs Leadership Team, Therapeutic Area and Asset Leads, and Medical Affairs functional leaders. * Foster alignment, transparency, and effective execution across Medical Affairs, including Project Management, Scientific Communications, Medical Education, and Field Medical teams. * Partner closely with Clinical Development, HEOR, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Finance, Legal, and Compliance to enable integrated planning, decision-making, and execution. * Collaborate with the Global Medical Affairs Office Head and Global Medical Affairs Operations/Strategy counterparts to ensure alignment of regional priorities with global objectives and best practices. * Act as a key connector across functions and geographies, facilitating communication, managing interdependencies, and driving seamless execution of Medical Affairs initiatives.  Decision-Making Authority * Accountable for Medical Affairs operational frameworks, execution standards, and performance management across North America. * Authority to establish project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards. * Operational escalation authority for execution risks, resource constraints, and cross-functional dependencies. * Input into Medical Affairs resourcing, prioritization, and organizational design decisions. Job Requirements: Education Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field required. Advanced degree in a scientific, clinical, or healthcare-related discipline strongly preferred (e.g., MD, PharmD, PhD, MSN, or equivalent).  Experience * Minimum of 12 years in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, including at least 6 years within Medical Affairs. * Demonstrated leadership in Medical Affairs Operations, strategic planning, portfolio management, or enterprise project management functions. * Proven success leading project managers, operational teams, and/or matrixed organizations. * Track record of supporting Medical Affairs strategy development and execution across multiple therapeutic areas, assets, and stages of the product lifecycle. * Strong understanding of Medical Affairs governance, operating models, and cross-functional collaboration within a matrix environment. * Knowledge of evidence generation activities, including investigator-sponsored studies (ISS), collaborative research, medical publications, and real-world evidence initiatives. * Solid understanding of clinical development processes and the role of Medical Affairs in lifecycle management, scientific engagement, and brand strategy. * Demonstrated ability to lead portfolio prioritization, resource planning, governance, and performance management processes. * History of effective partnership with Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, HEOR, Commercial, Legal, Compliance, and Finance functions to drive integrated planning and execution. * Familiarity with global and regional organizational structures, including alignment of regional priorities with global strategies, processes, and governance frameworks. Technical Skills & Competencies * Strong understanding of Medical Affairs operating models, governance structures, and the role of Medical Affairs across the product lifecycle. * Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, portfolio management, resource planning, and organizational prioritization within a complex matrix environment. * Advanced knowledge of Medical Affairs planning and execution, including evidence generation, scientific communications, medical education, field medical, and investigator-sponsored research activities. * Strong understanding of clinical development, regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and industry guidelines relevant to Medical Affairs operations. * Proven ability to establish and optimize operational processes, governance frameworks, performance metrics, and business planning capabilities that drive organizational effectiveness and scalability. * Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse cross-functional and global stakeholders without direct authority. * Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable operational plans and measurable outcomes. * Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage senior leaders and facilitate decision-making across complex organizations. * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including the use of data and performance insights to support decision-making, resource allocation, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Proficiency with business planning, project portfolio management, reporting, and collaboration tools; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Excel.   Non-Technical Skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing ambiguity effectively. Strong work ethics are required. Passion for personal learning and professional development. Cultural sensitivity and adaptability within multinational organizations.   The anticipated salary for this position will be $300,000 to $330,000.  The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs. The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including: * 401K with company match * Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs) * Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days * Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision) * HSA & FSA Programs * Well-Being and Work/Life Programs * Life & Disability Insurance * Concierge Services * Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance) * Pet Insurance * Tuition Assistance * Employee Referral Awards The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market. KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law. When you apply to a job on this site, the personal data contained in your application will be collected and stored by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. (“Controller”), which is located at 510 Carnegie Center Dr. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA and can be contacted by emailing kkus.talentacquisition.8h@kyowakirin.com. Controller’s data protection officer can be contacted at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. Your personal data will be processed for the purposes of managing Controller’s recruitment related activities, which include setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results thereto, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Controller, which are the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of applicants for employment.  Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America and engaged by Controller to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Controller’s behalf. Accordingly, if you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union. Your personal data will be retained by Controller as long as Controller determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment.  Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at usprivacyoffice@kyowakirin.com. RECRUITMENT & STAFFING AGENCIES Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. 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NIBE Aktiebolag

"Detection and Quantification of Multiple Faults in Residential Heat Pumps” Would you like to work with one of Sweden's strongest brands and be involved in developing the next generation of NIBE products and smart heat pumps? NIBE AB is now recruiting a talented student with a master degree in science to work as an industrial PhD student on smart heat pumps.   We are now looking for an industrial PhD student, interested in technology and wants to work on developing sustainable climate solutions. The position will be shared in between Sweden and France. At NIBE's head office, you will work in an international environment with a world-class product portfolio that requires both intensive and high-quality product development.   Description of the subject and the position To make these smart heat pumps a reality a heat pump manufacturer, an electricity utility company and a technical university specialized in energy efficiency systems have joined forces to propose an industrial postgraduate student position. Based on previous works, the PhD student will explore the real time assessment of residential heat pump operation, facing one major or several simultaneous faults. This work will include theoretical analysis of heat pump operation, detailed modelling using Dymola software and laboratory testing of real systems installed in climatic chambers.   The PhD student will beneficiate from the knowledge and experience of the three partners and be given a unique chance to acquire strong and valuable expertise in control systems, thermodynamics, heat transfer, laboratory testing and modelling.   He/She will be part of the Product Development team, which is a high-tech advanced product development department with around 150 employees in the fields of mechanics, electricity/electronics, cooling technology, lab, control & regulation, audio optimization, etc.   Presentation of the three partners   NIBE AB NIBE AB is a successful modern company located in Markaryd, Sweden, with a turnover of just over SEK 5 billion/year and almost 1,250 employees. NIBE is one of the market leaders in Europe with a sustainable product range consisting of one of the market's widest programs of heat pumps, water heaters, solar panels, biofuel products, ventilation products, district heating equipment, fireplaces, etc.   NIBE AB started manufacturing heat pumps in 1978 and which is now ranking as the largest heat pump manufacturer of the country.   NIBE AB is part of the publicly listed NIBE Industries AB, which has a turnover of approximately SEK 40 billion and approximately 21,000 employees in more than 30 countries. The NIBE group owns manufacturing facilities in many countries in Europe and North America.   Sustainability and high quality are the main drivers of the group strategy in developing products and services to its customers.   EDF R&D EDF R&D is part of EDF S.A., French utility and parent company of the worldwide EDF group dedicated to production, transport and sale of electricity. EDF R&D employs 2,000 persons in 9 sites in the world, spread across 10 main departments of research, which main objectives are strengthening the performance of generation assets, inventing the energy systems of tomorrow and decarbonizing the customers’ uses with electricity. One of the EDF R&D sites is located in the Paris suburb “les Renardières” and employs 600 persons distributed in 3 departments of research. One of them is dedicated to energy efficiency in buildings and industrial processes and employs 170 people, mainly engineers specialized in thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics, electronics and metrology. The Energy Efficiency Department facilities are equipped with 11 testing laboratories and beneficiate from a long experience in leading PhD studies.   Mines Paris – PSL University Mines Paris is a renowned engineering school and part of the French “Paris Sciences et Lettres” (PSL) University, located in the city Centre of Paris. Mines Paris trains engineers and hosts several research centers, one focusing on energy efficiency of systems. The high-level research centers of Mines Paris attract highly qualified PhD and professors and will serve as the academic supervisor and ensure support at a high scientific level.   General features about the overall organization The PhD student will be employed by NIBE AB and administratively attached to Mines Paris which will serve as the entity behind the academic examination. Most of the experimental and practical work will be done on the test benches at EDF R&D facilities near Paris. The PhD director will be a professor from Mines Paris and the PhD student will beneficiate from the support of one supervisor from EDF R&D and one supervisor from NIBE AB.   The PhD study is planned for three years. Part of the work, around 50%, will be done at NIBE AB premises in Markaryd. The remaining time will be spent in France, at EDF R&D premises at Les Renardières and at Mines Paris. The exact time share in between the three locations is to be defined as well as its distribution over the 3 years.   Background of the candidate We are looking for a responsible person with a master degree in science who is passionate about heat pump technology, electricity and compliance. You are creative, independent and not afraid of taking initiatives. You have relevant training, education and/or experience in this area. Good knowledge in English is a requirement and also French is meritorious.   Starting time The PhD study is to be started on 1st September 2026.   Applying We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and would like to receive your application as soon as possible, but no later than 3 of June 2026. Apply via our website www.nibe.eu under "vacancies". If you would like to know more, please contact one of the persons below.   Welcome!

Lawhive

Salary: $180,000 - $250,000 + Bonus + Share Options Location: New York City - On-site 5 days per week Reports to: CEO   ABOUT LAWHIVE Our mission is to make the law accessible to everyone. The legal industry is built on technology and processes that haven’t been updated in hundreds of years - that's why we've reinvented the entire model from the ground up with our own bespoke AI operating system at the core. Lawhive is a regulated law firm with an AI-native platform built to amplify expertise and revolutionise the way people practice law, leading to exceptional outcomes for clients and lawyers. Lawhive Labs is how we bring this vision to life. It's our frontier lab that combines top engineering, design, AI and legal talent from around the world, joining forces to build the future of law. We’re backed by top-tier investors, including Google Ventures, Balderton Capital and TQ Ventures, and in December 2025, we secured $60M Series B funding round to facilitate international expansion and to grow our team. We’re headquartered in London and in 2025 successfully launched in the US…and we’re just getting started. THE ROLE Lawhive's US strategy is built on acquisition. We identify and acquire leading consumer law firms across family law, immigration, real estate, civil litigation, and IP, and integrate them into our AI-native network of companies. Firms that join get access to our AI platform, the infrastructure, and the operational playbook already proven in the UK. An acquisition strategy is only as strong as its deal flow. The US has hundreds of thousands of law firms, and only a fraction are the right fit for Lawhive. Finding them, reaching them, and starting the right conversations at scale is the engine that powers everything else. This is where the Head of Demand Generation comes in. You'll own the top of funnel for law firm owners and attorneys: building a highly quantitative view of the US law firm and attorney market, identifying the best-fit firms, and designing and executing the B2B demand generation campaigns that turn that market map into qualified deal flow for our M&A team. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role at the centre of our US commercial strategy. You'll work closely with the M&A team, SDRs, and the product and marketing teams to build a deal origination engine that compounds as the network grows. The right person will be as comfortable setting strategy as they are getting into the weeds, and as energized by building from scratch as they are by scaling what's already working. WHAT YOU'LL DO Market Segmentation & Targeting * Build a quantitative model of the US law firm and attorney market: segmenting by practice area, firm size, revenue, geography, ownership structure, and owner profile * Define and continuously refine Lawhive's ideal firm profile in partnership with the M&A team, and score and prioritise the market against it * Build and maintain the data infrastructure (firm databases, enrichment, intent signals) that keeps targeting sharp as the strategy evolves Demand Generation Strategy * Own the end-to-end B2B demand generation strategy: from first touch with a firm owner to a qualified conversation with our M&A team * Build a scalable, repeatable playbook for generating deal flow across practice areas and geographies * Define the channel mix, budget allocation, and KPIs that drive qualified pipeline at pace Multi-Channel Campaigns * Design and run account-based campaigns targeting firm owners and attorneys across paid, outbound, email, and social * Lead paid campaigns built for a professional B2B audience, testing and scaling what works * Own Lawhive's presence across the legal community: legal industry events, bar associations, conferences, and the spaces where lawyers talk about the future of their firms Content & Positioning * Develop the content strategy that positions Lawhive as the most compelling path for firm owners: succession and exit planning, what AI means for their practice, and what joining the network looks like * Build email and nurture programmes that warm long-cycle prospects until they're ready for a conversation * Partner with Head of Social Media on organic social as an awareness and credibility channel with the legal community Analytics & Attribution * Own the data: build the reporting infrastructure that gives clear visibility into pipeline generated, cost per qualified opportunity, conversion through the funnel, and contribution to completed acquisitions * Use insight to inform targeting, messaging, and where the M&A team spends its time Sales, SDR & M&A Enablement * Partner with SDR and M&A teams on lead handoff quality, pipeline attribution, and shared deal flow targets * Build the outbound assets that help SDRs open doors with target firms: email cadences, call scripts, and objection handling guides * Create the materials that power acquisition conversations: pitch decks, one-pagers, battlecards, and deal narratives WHAT YOU'LL BRING * Strong track record in B2B SaaS demand generation, growth, or deal origination * Demonstrated experience building and scaling demand gen programmes that generated measurable qualified pipeline or revenue * Highly quantitative approach: you build segmentation models, score markets, and make decisions from data, not assumptions * Deep expertise across ABM, outbound, paid channels, email/CRM, and event marketing * Experience marketing to business owners, professionals, or other high-consideration B2B audiences with long decision cycles * Proven experience working hand-in-hand with sales, SDR, or corporate development teams: you understand lead handoff, pipeline attribution, and how to make the deal team more effective * Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, high-growth environment where the playbook doesn't always exist yet BONUS POINTS * Experience generating deal flow for M&A, roll-ups, franchising, or partner recruitment models * Background in legal, professional services, or marketplace businesses * Experience at an AI-native or AI-first startup * Exposure to the US legal market INTERVIEW PROCESS * Introductory call with our Talent team * 1:1 with our CEO/Co-founder * Cross-functional interview with our MD North America and Head of Brand * Values interview with one of our Founders * 🎉 We offer! BENEFITS * 🩺 Healthcare benefits: 'Premium' plan with 100% employee cover and 50% dependent cover * ✈️ Vacation: 20 days + 11 Federal holidays + 1 day of Birthday leave * 💰 401k: Matching contribution up to 2% of salary * 💰 Equity: Options in Lawhive LTD   DIVERSITY AT LAWHIVE At Lawhive we know that diversity of thought is critical to delivering outlier outcomes. As such, we’re always working hard to ensure we build a diverse, inclusive team. We’re not yet where we want to be but as we scale we’ll only ever increase the focus we apply to this.