Senior Manager, Medical Communications

Abbott Open · verified Aug 17, 2026

Madison Full-time Senior Communications

Senior Communications role at Abbott. Madison · full-time · $129,300–$258,700 base.

SalaryStated by Abbott

$129,300 – $258,700

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Set medical communication strategy, scientific narratives, evidence messaging, and competitive surveillance
Run omnichannel programs for congresses, CME initiatives, advisory boards, and HCP materials
Lead the team delivering medical communication programs from planning through execution
Build cross-functional partnerships, handoffs, operating processes, and standard procedures
Manage congress plans, vendors, budgets, timelines, and updates for senior stakeholders

What you bring

A Ph.D., Pharm.D., D.O., or M.D., or a relevant life-science master’s with four years of experience, or a bachelor’s with eight years of experience
At least eight years in a related field, including biotech or pharmaceutical leadership and team management
Knowledge of ACCME requirements and US rules for medical information, evidence, product claims, and messaging
Strong prioritization, project management, and time-management skills, with proficiency in MS Office, PCs, and databases
US work authorization without employer sponsorship

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if you lead medical communications in biotech or pharmaceuticals and can manage a team across scientific, commercial, and corporate groups. The position is based in Abbott’s Madison, Wisconsin office and includes travel for up to a quarter of your working time. You’ll also need to handle extended computer use, prolonged sitting, occasional lifting of up to forty pounds, and work in the United States without sponsorship.

From the employer

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Senior Manager, Medical Communications leads the strategic planning and implementation of communications for the Screening Business Unit (SBU) Medical portfolio. This role manages a team responsible for, and has ultimate accountability for, the development and delivery of end-to-end Medical Communication strategies. In close alignment with SBU and corporate objectives, the incumbent will lead Scientific Narratives and Integrated Medical Communication strategies which result in tactics that support internal and external needs, outreach, and education. The Director, Medical Communications is responsible for communicating the medical proposition of the SBU portfolio and its products. This position leverages strong cross-functional relationships and alignment to ensure a consistent and aligned medical voice across a spectrum of communication channels.

This position is based in our Madison, WI office location.

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

Lead strategy and implementation of Medical Communications efforts that formulate product scientific narratives, evidence communication, and competitive evidence surveillance and communication activities.
Lead the strategy and execution of omnichannel medical programs such as Congress materials, Continued Medical Education (CME) efforts, and Scientific Advisory Boards.
Lead a team that supports end-to-end Medical Communication tactics.
Liaise with key stakeholders and customers critical to the successful implementation of a Medical Communications hub of excellence.
Facilitate a medical communications center of excellence, establishing strong cross functional commercial and interdepartmental partnerships.
Liaise with Medical training and information teams to identify and implement cohesive interdepartmental handoffs.
Actively participate and contribute to Commercial brand planning and Medical annual and long-range planning for strategic alignment and prioritization.
Lead day-to-day management and development of scientific platforms and narratives to drive consistency across medical communication tools and channels.
Develop medical congress strategy and plans, including the execution of key congress tactics such as live and virtual booths, product theaters, Health Care Provider (HCP)-facing materials, video content, and/or medical perspective resources.
Oversee budget and relationships with vendor(s) and/or consultants to deliver projects in alignment with timelines and defined objectives.
Organize forums and develop processes to communicate research results and accomplishments to key stakeholders and senior management.
Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and processes to support medical communications operations.
Complete all assigned training and professional development requirements.
Effectively manage, support, and guide your team, including, but not limited to delegating tasks and responsibilities, assess employee performance and provide helpful feedback and training opportunities.
Consistent demonstration of exceptional leadership qualities, including, but not limited to the ability to attract and retain the best team, foster a culture of high performance, lead with integrity, humility, accountability, and courage, and set a clear vision to energize teams towards the future.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing high quality work.
Superior customer service skills; proven track record of fostering relationships, establishing partnerships, and collaborating on projects with stakeholders across multiple segments.
Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis.
Ability to use computers and telephone daily in an interactive manner for extended periods of time and up to 8 hours a day.
Constant walking or motion to communicate work and interact with co-workers.
Ability to travel up to 25% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D./Pharm.D./D.O./M.D.; or Master’s degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field and 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of Ph.D./Pharm.D./D.O./M. D.; or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related scientific field and 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of Master’s degree.
8+ years of experience in related field of expertise.
Proven track record of high-level prioritization skills and project management to organize and execute assigned workload and employ efficient time management strategies.
Demonstrated expertise in the rules and best practices governing medical education (i.e., Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education- ACCME).
Proven leadership experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry coupled with strong team management skills and the ability to develop collaborative relationships.
Working knowledge of US regulatory standards related to communication and dissemination of medical information and adequate evidence to support product claims, messaging, and presentations by applying the appropriate evidence for a product (e.g., FDA standards to Class III PMA devices, etc.).
Proficient in using information technology, MS Office, PCs, and databases.
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D./Pharm.D./M.D./M.S. in Life Sciences.
Prior medical communications experience.
Experience working in Gastrointestinal (GI) field.
Knowledge of US regulatory standards related to communication and dissemination of medical information.

The base pay for this position is

$129,300.00 – $258,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Medical & Scientific Affairs

DIVISION:

ONCO Cancer Diagnostics

LOCATION:

United States > Madison : 5505 Endeavor Ln

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf