Associate Director –Global Scientific Communications/Publications, Oncology

Job Title: Associate Director Global Scientific Communications/Publications, Oncology



This role reports into the Global Medical Oncology team that is part of the Medical Specialty Care organization serving as a key strategic partner with commercial, regulatory, clinical, and market access on therapeutic solutions to support patients needs. Within our Global Medical Oncology team, we are committed to advance transformative therapies to help improve outcomes and impact the lives of people living with many different types of cancer.



Main responsibilities:

The Associate Director, Global Scientific Communications, Oncology is accountable to lead the strategy development and execution of scientific publications activities for Hematology/Oncology through engagement with key thought leaders in Oncology, and collaboration cross-functionally with Project teams, Regions, Clinical Development, and the broader Medical team. Involvement with publication s development may include reviewing manuscript drafts and collaborating with the therapy area publications lead to align the strategy on data dissemination.



Key Responsibilities:

Become a subject matter expert and internal liaison for Oncology

Lead and manage the execution of the global publication plan strategy for Oncology, including presence at scientific congresses, with an understanding of how these activities support the overall Medical and Brand strategy

Generate Annual Publications plans in conjunction with the Project teams based on scientific and unmet medical needs

Understand and follow the various compliance policies in place for global and US publications and medical education activities

Manage external vendors/medical agencies assisting with medical content planning and execution, as well as manage budgets

Identify gaps in knowledge and areas for bringing competitive advantage to Client through deeper partnerships and more systematic insight gathering



Education:

Advanced scientific or clinical degree in the life sciences (e.g. MD, Ph.D., Pharm.D.)



Preferred Experience:

Medical / Scientific / Clinical background in Oncology

Demonstrated successful experience in Scientific Communications/Medical Affairs within Pharma / Biotech industry

Experience managing publication agencies

Budget and forecasting experience



Technical skills:

Knowledge of industry guidelines pertaining to data dissemination (e.g., CONSORT, ICMJE, GPPs) and interactions with health care providers (e.g., PhRMA Code, AdvaMed guidelines)

Experience in supervising and managing medical writing tasks and tools, including electronic tools, including subcontracting medical writing tasks



Soft skills:

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, thinks critically, and adheres to deadlines.

Demonstrate track record in building and maintaining a network of internal and external experts, experience in working across and building effective partnerships

Result orientation and ability to drive positive outcomes and impact through excellence in execution

Effective stakeholder management and ability to create powerful relationships and networks

Work effectively in a matrix environment, tactful and values teamwork and collaboration across functions

Excellence in solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues

Excellent communication skills both written and oral, including strong presentation skills

Ability to manage competing priorities and projects, requiring an excellent ability to prioritize and manage expectations

A lifelong learner who consistently seeks opportunities to learn

Absolute commitment to a culture that operates with high ethical standards and strives to exceed all goals and objectives

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal; comfortable and experienced in making presentations