Publications Manager- Immunology
About The Position
The Publications Manager leads cross-functional Publications Teams and oversees execution of scientific publication plans for assigned assets in immunology. The role ensures publications—including clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations—meet strategic publication and scientific communications objectives, align with Scientific Communication Platforms or applicable Medical Affairs plans, and are completed to quality, timing, and budget expectations. Working with the Publications Director and Scientific Communications Director, the manager aligns resources, transfers strategic plans into publication plans and supporting tactics, and oversees internal and external medical writers and vendors. The position also provides managerial oversight to staff, including performance assessment, training, feedback, resolution of personnel issues, and talent retention.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Four to five years of medical/scientific publications or related experience required.
- Pharmaceutical industry or related experience, such as experience at a medical communications agency, required.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities required.
- Ability to understand and interpret medical data.
- Working knowledge of statistical concepts and techniques required.
- Knowledge of clinical/scientific publication structure, content, and quality.
- Knowledge of scientific publication regulations and best practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated success creating and delivering effective presentations to senior-level audiences.
- Ability to build strong relationships with peers and cross-functional partners to enable higher performance.
- Collaborative teamwork and leadership track record.
- Ability to form, maintain, and lead productive cross-functional working teams, including addressing issues that arise.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and internet navigation.
Nice To Haves
- PhD, PharmD, or Master’s degree.
- Relevant professional certification or credential, such as CMPP or AMWA.
- Knowledge of the product therapeutic area.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional Publications Teams for assigned assets, including team meetings and discussions, and drive execution of publication plans using input from key global stakeholders.
- Lead tactical execution of publication plans, including clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations, meeting established timelines and budgets.
- Review publications in the assigned therapeutic area to ensure quality and alignment with Scientific Communication Platforms and supporting communications.
- Partner with the Scientific Communications Director to transfer the scientific publications strategic plan and oversee its implementation through publication plans and supporting tactics.
- Partner with the Publications Director to project and manage outsourcing budgets and internal resource needs for assigned assets.
- Oversee internal and external medical writers on assigned projects, ensuring high-quality, timely work and adherence to Publication Policy and associated procedures.
- Direct external vendors to complete publication projects within specified timelines and ensure quality deliverables.
- Complete performance assessment responsibilities for direct reports; provide training and feedback, resolve personnel issues, and manage talent retention.
- Address and resolve publication-related issues for assigned therapeutic areas and assets.
- Ensure project information in publication records and resourcing tools is accurate and up to date.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligibility to participate in long-term incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
