Associate Director, Medical Engagement and Congress Operations

Crinetics is a pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California that develops much-needed therapies for people with rare endocrine diseases. We were founded by a dedicated team of scientists with the simple belief that better therapies developed from rigorous innovation can lead to better lives. Our work continues to make a real difference in the lives of patients. We have a prolific discovery engine and robust pipeline across preclinical and clinical development. We are driven by science with a patient-centric and team-oriented culture. This is an exciting time to join Crinetics as we shape our organization into the world’s premier fully integrated endocrine company from discovery to patients. Come join our team as we transform the lives of others.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director, Medical Engagement and Congress Operations plays a pivotal role within the Medical Affairs organization, leading the planning, execution, and management of prioritized medical engagement and congress activities within a centralized congress team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of Crinetics medical engagement strategy, fostering collaboration across cross functional medical, brand teams, and delivering impactful medical engagement experiences that align with organizational goals.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

These may include but are not limited to: 

• Strategize and develop comprehensive medical engagement plans aligned with the scientific narrative and overall Medical Affairs strategy.
• Support planning and execution of Medical Affairs engagement strategies, including national/regional congresses, sponsorships, advisory boards, and KOL engagement.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop annual plans and budgets supporting congresses, symposia, sponsorships, and other Medical Affairs activities.
• Coordinate with publication planning to ensure congress activities align with broader publication and data dissemination strategies.
• Lead coordination, planning, and execution of all medical engagement–related congress tactics across Medical Affairs sub-functions.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for pre-congress, on-site, and post-congress activities to maximize scientific and organizational impact.
• Lead medical booth planning, logistics, budget tracking, and project management for major congresses.
• Liaise with Medical Affairs functions to support the review, approval, and management of sponsorships for major medical meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate with Global Medical Affairs Strategy and Medical Communications to develop high-quality, scientifically rigorous presentations and materials.
• Implement best practices in data visualization and scientific storytelling to enhance clarity and impact.
• Ensure all congress materials adhere to compliance standards, internal review processes, and data publication embargoes.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment across all Medical Affairs congress deliverables.
• Establish KPIs for congress and engagement activities; implement systems to track, analyze, and report performance.
• Conduct post-congress analyses to assess impact, derive insights, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Benchmark congress presence and execution against competitors and industry best practices.
• Inform and align internal stakeholders across the organization on Medical Affairs activities at major congresses and executive committee (EC) meetings.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree, with pertinent Medical Affairs experience.
• 12 years (or alternatively 8 years with a Master’s degree) of biopharmaceutical industry or agency experience leading the planning and execution of congress planning and advisory boards execution within the biopharma industry.
• Successful record of creating and managing complex project plans, timelines, budgets and critical paths.
• Experience in developing, communicating, and implementing a comprehensive MA congress strategy and plan.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-oriented cross functional structure.
• Prior experience as a project owner in effectively navigating MLR/MRC review within a biopharma organization.
• Able to effectively network and partner with internal and external stakeholders including KOLs/HCPs and facilitate/promote cross-functional collaboration.
• Detailed understanding of industry regulations and practices relating to Medical Affairs.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Activities: On a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Some walking and lifting up to 25 lbs. may be required. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and responsibilities.

Travel:

Travel may be required up to 30% of your time, and ability to travel globally as needed.

The Anticipated Base Salary Range:

In addition to your base pay, our total rewards program consists of a discretionary annual target bonus, stock options, ESPP, and 401k match. We also provide top-notch health insurance plans for employees (and their families) to include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 20 days of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and a winter company shutdown.

The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience and education. Crinetics Pharmaceuticals is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Crinetics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion or similar philosophical beliefs, disability, marital and civil union status, age, genetic information, veteran status or any personal attribute or characteristic that is protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Salary Range

In addition to your base pay, our total rewards program consists of a discretionary annual target bonus, stock options, ESPP, and 401k match. We also provide top-notch health insurance plans for employees (and their families) to include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 20 days of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and a winter company shutdown.