Manager, Global Publication Planning - Job ID: 1844

Ascendis Pharma•Princeton, NJ

1d•$145 - $160•Hybrid

About The Position

Ascendis Pharma is a dynamic, fast-growing global biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, Europe, and the United States. Today, we're advancing programs in Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology. Here at Ascendis, we pride ourselves on exceptional science, visionary leadership, and skilled and passionate colleagues. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we use our TransCon® drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs. Our culture fosters a place where skilled, adaptable, and highly resourceful professionals can truly make their mark. We offer a dynamic workplace for employees to grow and develop their skills. The Manager, Global Publication Planning supports the timely execution of scientific publication deliverables, including abstracts, posters, oral presentation, and manuscripts for assigned therapeutic areas according to strategy. This position reports to the Head of Publication Planning and supports the activities of the Global Publication Planning and Medical Writing Teams using excellent project management skills. This position may offer the flexibility of remote work or a hybrid arrangement at one of our offices located in Princeton, New Jersey, or Palo Alto, California.

Requirements

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in life sciences or related field and 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry-related publication support
Familiarity with scientific and medical terminology
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Good Publication Practices and ICMJE requirements
Knowledge of reference management software (e.g., EndNote)
Familiarity with electronic document management systems for publication management (Pubstrat, Datavision/iEnvision)

Responsibilities

Support strategic publication planning activities, including participation in planning workshops and team meetings, preparation of meeting and workshop slides, and maintenance of publication plan documents
Assist with maintaining electronic records for publication compliance
Develop and maintain knowledge of Ascendis therapeutic areas
Manage journal and conference submissions
Provides copy-editing and QC of publications for accuracy, typos, and grammar, etc.
Maintain database records, contacts authors, and attends calls with external parties
Track internal and external deadlines for conference submissions
Track progress of content development for multiple projects
Maintain templates and process documents
Support the development and maintenance of core publications guidance documents and templates
Facilitate copyright transfer agreements and requests for reuse permissions relating to publications
Coordinate printing and shipping of posters for congress presentations
Other duties as assigned