Associate Director, Global Oncology Publications

Role Summary

The Associate Director, Global Oncology Publications leads the development of elements of an integrated Global Publication Plan in collaboration with the Global Publications Director and under the supervision of the Global Publications Senior Director. They are accountable for delivering the medical, scientific, and technical publications for oncology programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of specific elements of the publication strategy and tactical plan for Oncology global clinical studies in humans from Phase Ib-IV, and non-clinical trial sources including health economics and outcomes research, epidemiology, real-world evidence (RWE), payer, and non-interventional studies.
• Act either as a technical expert or supervisor in supporting the delivery of publication tactics
• Project management of publications activities/deliverables within the function, across Medical Affairs, and where required this may be aligned to a specific tumor plan or across multiple indications
• Accountable for managing external agency partners in the delivery of defined publications activity, ensuring quality and delivery standards are adhered to
• Keep own knowledge of best practices and new relevant developments up to date

Qualifications

• Required: Relevant university degree (BS/BA) or advanced degree in a scientific or medical field (eg PharmD, PhD, MD)
• Required: Previous experience in publications in a pharmaceutical/biotech setting, and/or with a medical communications agency
• Required: Knowledge of applicable industry guidelines and standards
• Required: Be independent, organized, and able to act as a leader in a fast-paced environment
• Required: Communicate with collaborators regarding the planning and development of publication deliverables
• Required: Promote and adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all publications
• Required: Strong project management skills and ability to collaborate with agency partners
• Preferred: Therapeutic knowledge in oncology
• Preferred: Knowledge of publication management systems
• Preferred: Certification as a Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) desired