Sr. Director/ED, Medical Affairs Medical Communications Publications

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global/regional publication plans (abstracts, posters, manuscripts, reviews) for rheumatology, immunology, and cell therapy audiences.
• Collaborate with Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, and principal investigators to ensure timely, accurate dissemination of clinical trial results at major scientific congresses.
• Ensure all publications strictly adhere to Good Publication Practice (GPP), ICMJE authorship guidelines, and corporate compliance standards.
• Oversee the drafting, editing, and medical review of scientific publications and related congress materials, ensuring scientific accuracy and balanced data presentation.
• Direct external medical communications agencies, medical writers, and vendor budgets to ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables.
• Architect the comprehensive pre- and post-congress communication strategy for major rheumatology and immunology meetings (e.g., ACR, EULAR, ISSJD, CCR) including congress playbooks and post-congress debriefs.
• Lead the development of congress-specific materials, including scientific symposia, medical booth content, and interactive learning stations.
• Monitor emerging clinical data, treatment paradigm shifts, and competitor activity at key meetings, translating these external insights into actionable communication strategies.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific or clinical degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, DO, or MD) required.
• 8+ years of progressive medical communications or publications experience within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record and deep understanding of rheumatology, immunology, and/or complex cell therapies (e.g., CAR-T, TCEs).
• Expert knowledge of ICMJE guidelines, GPP guidelines, and the Sunshine Act/EFPIA disclosure requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, build a medical communications and publications capability, manage and mentor junior staff, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

• Experience utilizing publication management software (e.g., Datavision) to track publication progress and manage author review cycles.
• Strong network of relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in rheumatology, immunology, and cell therapy.
• Exceptional scientific storytelling ability and meticulous attention to detail.
• ISMPP CMPP certification