Senior Publications Manager, Oncology

Role Summary

Lead Publications Teams in the execution of publication plans for assigned assets, and oversee the execution of scientific publications (i.e., clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations) that fulfill strategic publication plan and scientific communications objectives for the asset. Ensure Publication Plan is in alignment with the strategic publication plan as developed by the Scientific Communication Platform lead or Medical Affairs plans as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the leader of cross-functional Publications Team(s) for assigned assets, including leading team meetings/discussions and driving the execution of publication plans, incorporating input from key global stakeholders
• Lead tactical execution of publication plans (i.e., clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations), meeting established timelines and budgets
• Review all publications in assigned TA to ensure quality and alignment with Scientific Communication Platforms and supporting communications
• Partner with the Scientific Communications Associate Director to ensure incorporation of scientific platform and medical objectives into publication strategy and tactics
• Partner with Publications Associate Director to project and manage outsourcing budget and internal resource needs for assigned/assets
• Provide managerial oversight to internal and external medical writers regarding assigned projects, ensuring a high-quality and timely work product and adherence to Publication Policy and associated Procedures
• Provide direction to external vendors to effectively complete the execution of publication projects, within specified timelines, and ensure quality publication deliverables
• Address and resolve publications-related issues for assigned therapeutic areas and assets. Ensure project information in publication records and resourcing tools is accurate and up-to-date

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree required. PhD, PharmD preferred. Relevant professional certification/credential (e.g., CMPP, AMWA) is a plus.
• 4-5 years of medical/scientific publications (or related) experience required. Pharmaceutical industry or related (e.g., medical communication agency) experience required
• Oncology experience preferred
• Ability to understand and interpret medical data required
• Knowledge of product therapeutic area preferred; working knowledge of statistical concepts and techniques required
• Knowledge of clinical/scientific publication structure, content, and quality required
• Knowledge of scientific publication regulations and best practices required
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated success in creating and delivering effective presentations to senior-level audiences
• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable higher performance. Possesses collaborative teamwork and leadership track record
• Ability to form, maintain, and lead productive cross-functional working teams, including addressing issues that arise
• Experience with Datavision preferred