Senior Manager, Scientific Communications and Publication, Neurology

SERVIER MONDE•Boston, MA

7d•$160,000 - $184,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Scientific Communications & Publications supports the development and execution of scientific communication and publication activities for Servier’s Neuromuscular Disease portfolio, including Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), Becker Muscular Dystrophy (BMD), and emerging pipeline assets. The role works closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, HEOR, Global Publications, and external experts to support timely dissemination of clinical and scientific data to healthcare professionals and the broader scientific community. It reports to the Director, Scientific Communications & Publications and is an integral member of the Neuromuscular US Medical Affairs team. The position supports publication planning and execution, including manuscripts, review articles, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and congress-related materials. It coordinates publication activities from concept through submission, maintains trackers and milestones, supports publication governance and compliance, and contributes to process improvement. The role also manages relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, academic collaborators, and vendors; attends scientific congresses; monitors scientific literature and competitive developments; and provides budget oversight and forecasting. This is a Boston-based role with up to approximately 20% travel in the United States and internationally for conferences and workshops. The salary range is $160,000–$184,000, and the position is eligible for short-term and long-term incentive programs. Servier offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flexible time off, unlimited sick time and flex time, 401(k), life and disability insurance, and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Advanced degree (PhD or PharmD) in a scientific or medical field.
At least 5 years of experience in publications, medical writing, or a related field within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Strong understanding of publication guidelines and standards, including GPP and ICMJE, and of regulatory and compliance requirements.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing deadlines.
High attention to detail and commitment to scientific quality and compliance.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage external stakeholders, including KOLs and vendors.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex data into clear scientific narratives.
Proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented, with strong ownership and accountability.
Ability to travel up to approximately 20% in the United States and internationally for conferences and workshops.

Nice To Haves

CMPP (Certified Medical Publication Professional) certification.
Familiarity with publication and content management systems such as Datavision and Veeva.

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of publication plans for DMD, BMD, and pipeline assets aligned with medical affairs and evidence-generation objectives.
Coordinate development of manuscripts, review articles, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and congress-related communication materials.
Manage publication activities from concept through submission, ensuring quality, compliance, and adherence to timelines.
Facilitate collaboration among authors, internal subject matter experts, medical writers, and publication agencies.
Maintain publication trackers and ensure timely execution of publication milestones.
Participate in publication strategy discussions and contribute scientific insights to communication planning.
Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of publication activities in appropriate systems in compliance with Good Publication Practice (GPP), International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) guidelines, and internal SOPs.
Identify and mitigate risks related to authorship, data transparency, and compliance.
Contribute to continuous improvement of publication processes and serve as a subject matter expert on publication governance and ethical standards.
Build and manage relationships with key opinion leaders, investigators, and academic collaborators.
Represent the organization at scientific congresses and integrate external insights and competitive intelligence into actionable recommendations.
Monitor scientific literature, congress activity, presentations, and competitive developments in neuromuscular disease.
Provide day-to-day oversight of medical writing and publication vendors to ensure high-quality output and operational efficiency.
Manage and forecast publication budgets in alignment with strategic priorities and fiscal responsibility.
Translate complex clinical, scientific, and real-world data into clear, accurate, and impactful communications for healthcare professionals.
Contribute to broader scientific communication initiatives, congress materials, and departmental priorities aligned with Neuromuscular Medical Affairs objectives.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible time off, including unlimited sick time and flex time without accruing time off
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Recognition programs
Short-term incentive program eligibility
Long-term incentive program eligibility