Publication Manager, Sr. Specialist

Description

The Publication Manager is the central source of information regarding publication activities and is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of publication plans and leading global Publication Teams. The Publication Manager oversees compliance with client publication policies and procedures and works collaboratively with stakeholders on all levels both within and outside the company, including MRL, Human Health, and medical communication agencies. With guidance and direction from the Director/Associate Director Publication Management, the Sr. Specialist Publication Manager coordinates publication planning and implementation, tracks and reports the progress of publication development, aids in the selection of appropriate journals and congresses for scientific data dissemination, and allocates resources for writing, editing, formatting and submitting articles to peer‑reviewed scientific journals and scientific conferences. Under the supervision of the Director/Associate Director, they collaborate in the development of the Scientific Communication Platform and Lexicon for the products they support. The Sr. Specialist Publication Manager serves as the point of contact for the Publication Team for information about current publication policies and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development and maintenance of publication plans in the assigned therapeutic area(s) under guidance of the Director/Associate Director.
• Manage cross‑functional Publication Teams of low to moderate complexity in developing comprehensive global publication plans and executing plan deliverables.
• Facilitate Publication Team meeting discussions; prepare background materials, agendas, and meeting notes.
• Track all publication activity on assigned projects using the Datavision publications database and generate reports for stakeholders as needed.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with publication team members and publication committees.
• Manage medical communications agencies and freelance writers as required.
• Assist with managing the publication planning budget under oversight of the Director/Associate Director.
• Assist with congress plan activities, including maintenance of presentation trackers, document trafficking, author travel request management, archival of final versions, and congress QR code process.
• Assist with reference requests, bibliography management, posting of study data packages for author access, and delivery of protocol documents to journals.
• Develop and maintain publication SharePoint/EngageZone and MRL Slide Repository sites for a therapeutic area.
• Ensure medical/scientific publication activities comply with ICMJE Recommendations, CONSORT, Good Publication Practice for Pharmaceutical Companies, and client Publication Policies and Procedures.
• Provide regular and ad‑hoc publication process compliance training to Publication Teams.
• Collaborate with the Director/Associate Director in the development of the Scientific Communication Platform and Lexicon for assigned products.
• Conduct business in accordance with client values and standards.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: BS with 5+ years, MS, PharmD with 1‑2+ years of experience in a scientific discipline, publication management, or related areas required.

Required Experience & Skills

• Relevant experience in the project area of interest or strong scientific background.
• Understanding of the clinical development process, clinical study data, and outcomes measures for assigned projects.
• Ability to acquire and maintain thorough understanding of industry and publication standards regarding authorship, best practice, quality, and appropriateness of medical/scientific communications (GPP).
• In‑depth understanding of the scientific and medical rationale for assigned projects; stays abreast of new information and changes in the field.
• Effective presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; ability to create and foster relationships and collaborations.
• History of operational excellence, facilitation across diverse groups, and ability to define solutions and execute actions across a global organization.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to relate project details to larger project objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to raise issues appropriately to team and management.
• Capability to communicate complex medical/scientific information in routine interactions with internal and external groups.
• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects; multitask independently and within multidisciplinary teams while keeping stakeholders apprised of status and issues.
• Professional and ethical conduct.
• Software: Datavision publications database.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Relevant work experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or academic setting (e.g., chemistry, biological sciences).
• Track‑record of accomplishment in a publication management role.
• Advanced scientific degree (e.g., MS, PharmD) or equivalent experience and training.

Pay

$55.00 – $65.00 per hour; W2 contract, no PTO, no benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.

Schedule

Hybrid – three days onsite (flexible, may increase as business needs dictate) with a Monday‑Friday shift.