Publications Lead

R&D Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

R&D Partners is seeking a Publications Lead (Contractor) in the UK to drive end-to-end publication execution across therapeutic areas. You will partner with existing leads to deliver manuscripts, abstracts, posters and presentations, while ensuring timeliness and quality.

The role requires 5–7+ years in medical publications within pharma/biotech, with strong knowledge of ICMJE and GPP guidelines, and the ability to adapt across programs and timelines.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD/PharmD/MD/MSc) required.
• 5–7+ years of medical publications experience in pharma/biotech.
• Strong knowledge of publication guidelines (ICMJE, GPP).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development and execution of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations.
• Manage publication lifecycle from planning through submission and post-publication activities.
• Coordinate with Medical Affairs, Clinical, HEOR and other stakeholders; review deliverables for scientific quality.

Skills

Medical publications experience

Publication guidelines knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Advanced life sciences degree (PhD/PharmD/MD/MSc)

Job description

Ready to lead high-impact scientific publications and shape how breakthrough data reaches the global healthcare community?

R&D Partners is seeking a Publications Lead (Contractor) to join our client's team in the UK. In the role, you will support 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.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• 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

Key Skills and Requirements:

• 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)

For more information, please contact William Tyler.

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