Associate Director*

The position is suited for an experienced publications professional who can quickly embed within the team, independently manage key deliverables, and flex across priorities as needed to ensure timely, high-quality scientific communication. This role works alongside existing Publications Leads to provide additional leadership, executional support, and flexibility across the portfolio.

Job Title: Associate Director/Publications Lead 
Location: Remote role
Duration: 5 Months

Job Description:
The Publications Lead supports the delivery of scientific publications across one or more therapeutic areas during a high-priority period. This role works alongside existing Publications Leads to provide additional leadership, executional support, and flexibility across the portfolio.

The position is suited for an experienced publications professional who can quickly embed within the team, independently manage key deliverables, and flex across priorities as needed to ensure timely, high-quality scientific communication.

Flexible Publication Leadership
Partner with existing Publications Leads to support delivery of publication plans across priority programs
Step in to lead specific publications, workstreams, or assets as needed
Provide additional bandwidth during peak periods (e.g., congress timelines, key data readouts)

End-to-End Publication Execution
Lead development and execution of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations
Manage publication lifecycle from planning through submission and post-publication activities
Ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs aligned with agreed timelines
Track publication milestones and maintain publication trackers and calendars

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical, HEOR, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment
Interface with authors, investigators, and external experts
Support publication planning discussions and decision-making as needed

Vendor & Project Oversight
Provide direction to medical writing agencies and review deliverables for scientific quality
Manage timelines, risks, and competing priorities across multiple deliverables
Ensure efficient execution across internal teams and external partners

Compliance & Quality
Ensure all publications adhere to ICMJE, GPP, and internal policies
Maintain scientific rigor and accuracy across all outputs
Support audit-ready documentation and adherence to publication processes
Adaptive Support Across the Portfolio
Flex across therapeutic areas, assets, or deliverables based on evolving business needs
Pick up in-flight projects or support areas requiring additional focus
Help maintain continuity and momentum across publication activities

Qualifications
Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc) in life sciences
5-7 years of experience in medical publications within pharma/biotech
Strong knowledge of publication guidelines (ICMJE, GPP)

Key Skills
Ability to operate independently with minimal onboarding
Strong prioritization and ability to manage parallel workstreams
Comfortable stepping into partially developed projects
Clear, pragmatic communication with stakeholders in a compliance-driven environment
Strong quality mindset and attention to detail

Contract Details
Duration: 6–12 months, potential extension
Location: Remote
Therapeutic area: Cell Therapy