Senior Manager, Medical Communications

Abbott abbott.com Open · verified Sep 21, 2026

Madison Full-time Senior Communications

At a glance

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.

RoleCommunications

SenioritySenior

LocationMadison

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$129,300–$258,700

PostedAug 26, 2026 · 4w ago

Role brief

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

What you'll do

Set the medical communications direction, including scientific narratives, evidence messaging, and competitive surveillance
Run omnichannel medical programs spanning congress materials, CME initiatives, and Scientific Advisory Boards
Guide the team delivering medical communication tactics from initial planning through completion
Build congress plans covering booths, product theaters, HCP materials, videos, and medical perspective resources
Oversee vendors, budgets, operating procedures, and research updates for stakeholders and senior leaders

What you bring

An advanced scientific degree, or a life sciences bachelor’s or master’s degree paired with the required relevant experience
At least eight years in a related field, including leadership in biotech or pharmaceuticals
Hands-on understanding of ACCME requirements and US rules for medical information and product claims
Strong project prioritization, team leadership, relationship-building, and Microsoft Office, database, and computer skills
US work authorization without employer sponsorship

Who this fits

You’ll suit a senior medical communications leader who can manage a team, shape scientific messaging, and work across commercial and medical groups. The role is based in Madison, Wisconsin, with travel taking up to a quarter of working time, including possible overnight or weekend trips. Expect prolonged sitting, extensive keyboard use, occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds, and frequent movement around the workplace.

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 Senior Manager, 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)

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