Associate Director, Scientific Communications

Company introduction:

Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to unlocking urgently needed new treatment options in mental health care. 

The Company is headquartered in London, UK, with a U.S. office in New Jersey. We believe mental health patients deserve the possibility of a better future. Our initial focus is developing COMP360 psilocybin, a proprietary, investigational, synthetic psilocybin treatment under evaluation for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). COMP360 is a potentially first-in-class treatment and has Breakthrough Therapy designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as well as Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) designation in the UK for TRD. 

We are leading the world’s largest classic psychedelic clinical program in TRD, and building upon that robust foundation, we are executing a late-stage trial evaluating COMP360 for PTSD, another condition with high unmet need. Our goal is to advance treatments that move the field of psychiatry towards treatment options that offer rapid onset and sustained durability with infrequent dosing. - Compass Pathways

Job overview:

The Associate Director, Scientific Communications will help to optimize and execute the Scientific Communications function within Medical Affairs, stewarding the capabilities, processes, and scientific communications that support launch readiness and future growth. This individual will translate emerging clinical and scientific evidence into clear, compelling, and scientifically rigorous communications that advance Medical Affairs strategy and scientific exchange.

Success in this role requires equal parts strategic thinking and hands-on execution. Working closely with the Executive Director of Medical Affairs, the Associate Director will help shape scientific communications strategy while personally owning key deliverables, including publications, congress materials, scientific platforms, slide decks, FAQs, and medical education resources. The role requires a balance of strategic thinking and practical execution, partnering across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, HEOR, Regulatory, Legal, Compliance, and Field Medical to continuously improve publication planning, congress planning, and scientific communications processes that enable timely, consistent, and impactful dissemination of scientific evidence.

We are seeking a scientifically rigorous, intellectually curious, and creative team player who is energized by the opportunity to build something new. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex challenges, values diverse perspectives, and combines scientific excellence with thoughtful design to create engaging, high-impact scientific communications that ultimately improve patient care.

Location: Remote in the United States.

Reports to: Executive Director, Medical Affairs.

Roles and responsibilities
(Includes but not limited to):

Stewardship of the Scientific Communications Function

• Drive the defined Scientific Communications plans within Medical Affairs, contributing to scalable processes and capabilities to support launch and long-term growth
• Partner with Medical Affairs leadership to develop and execute an integrated Scientific Communications strategy aligned with organizational priorities
• Identify opportunities to improve how scientific information is communicated by introducing thoughtful, innovative approaches that enhance clarity, quality, and impact
• Vendor selection and management, and engagement with external thought leader collaborators

Publications Planning and Scientific Dissemination

• Lead publication planning and execution across the Medical Affairs portfolio, ensuring timely and effective dissemination of scientific evidence
• Refine and continuously improve publication planning processes, governance, and execution in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
• Partner with internal subject matter experts, Clinical Development, and external authors to develop manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations in accordance with compliance policies
• Monitor publication timelines and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and dependencies

Congress Scientific Planning and Execution

• Lead scientific planning for key medical congresses in partnership with cross-functional teams
• Coordinate congress scientific communications with publication plans and organizational priorities
• Support the development of abstracts, posters, presentations, and related scientific content
• Ensure congress activities maximize scientific engagement and effective dissemination of new evidence

High-Impact Scientific Communications

• Collaborate closely with the Field Medical organization to develop high-quality scientific communications that support scientific exchange
• Develop and maintain scientific slide decks, FAQs, educational resources, advisory board materials, presentations, and other Medical Affairs communications
• Translate complex scientific and clinical data into accurate, engaging communications tailored to diverse scientific audiences
• Ensure scientific consistency across Medical Affairs communications through thoughtful review and content stewardship

Scientific Communication Platforms

• Own and continuously evolve the Treatment-Resistant Depression Scientific Communications Platform as the scientific foundation for Medical Affairs communications
• Partner with internal scientific leaders to develop and maintain the PTSD Scientific Communications Platform
• Ensure emerging scientific evidence is appropriately integrated into communication platforms and core Medical Affairs materials

Candidate Profile:

• Advanced scientific degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, DO, PsyD, or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline
• Minimum 8 years experience in Medical Affairs, Scientific Communications, Publications, or a related function within the biopharmaceutical industry and/or scientific/medical communications agency
• Demonstrated experience leading publication planning and execution, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and scientific presentations
• Experience supporting scientific communications for major medical congresses
• Exceptional scientific writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear and compelling scientific communications
• Prior leadership experience in Scientific Communications is strongly preferred with demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in psychiatry, neuroscience, or other CNS therapeutic areas strongly preferred
• Launch or pre-commercial experience is highly desirable
• Intellectually curious and enjoys solving complex scientific and operational challenges
• Highly collaborative, seeking diverse perspectives, while maintaining the confidence to make decisions and move work forward

Compensation Description (annually):

Our compensation package for permanent hires includes base salary, discretionary bonus, and equity, alongside our comprehensive benefits offering.

Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

【Base salary per annum】:$210,000—$255,000 USD

Benefits:

For an overview of our benefits package and compensation information, please visit  "Joins us - Our Benefits".

These include flexibility & generous time off, parental & reproductive support, health & medical, mental health & wellbeing and Financial health.

Equal opportunities: 

Reasonable accommodation

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone’s wellbeing matters. If you need reasonable accommodation during the interview process to be at your best, please let our recruiting team know. 

UK applicants

We are proud of our commitment to diversity and equality (pursuant to the Equality Act 2010). We do not discriminate based upon race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

US applicants

Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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