Global Publications Lead, PDT

Takeda

4d • $169,400 - $266,200

About The Position

In this Associate Director-level role, the Global Publications Lead helps ensure scientific evidence is translated into high-quality publications that communicate research findings for assigned assets and programs. The role develops and executes global publication strategies aligned with broader medical objectives and supports timely, effective dissemination of evidence to relevant audiences.

The position plans and delivers scientific publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, congress presentations, and plain language summaries. It works collaboratively across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and external partners to advance scientific exchange. The role also applies digital channels and artificial intelligence-enabled tools to improve publication quality, efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or healthcare discipline.
• 6 to 10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry or a closely related field, depending on degree level.
• At least 3 years of experience in scientific publications or publication planning within a global matrix environment.
• Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical trial design, biostatistics principles, and clinical data reporting.
• Knowledge of publication practices, authorship requirements, disclosure standards, and scientific reporting guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience making decisions within scope, identifying risks, developing solutions, and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Experience applying artificial intelligence-enabled tools and digital technologies within publications or scientific communications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex scientific information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global publication plans aligned with medical strategy, evidence-generation activities, and broader evidence dissemination objectives.
• Lead publication planning and delivery, overseeing abstracts, manuscripts, congress presentations, plain language summaries, and publication team activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities, timelines, and publication strategies with internal stakeholders and external authors.
• Support adherence to publication standards, authorship principles, disclosure requirements, and reporting guidelines to ensure publication compliance and quality.
• Plan publications as reusable evidence assets and enable the development of derivative content.
• Apply digital and AI-enabled technologies to improve publication planning, data visualization, workflow efficiency, and content development.
• Track publication performance measures and incorporate stakeholder, congress, and digital insights into publication plans.
• Manage budgets, timelines, vendors, risk identification, and matrix leadership responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior