Director, Global Medical Publications

Ubertal Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking an Associate Director, Global Medical Publications to lead the development of medical publication strategies. This role requires a PhD or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years in scientific publications. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and experience in a global, cross-functional environment. The position is 100% remote, with occasional onsite visits and travel required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical communications agency.
• At least 3+ years of hands‑on experience in scientific publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, execution, and governance of global medical publication strategies.
• Partner cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Compliance.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Project management

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of GPP

ICMJE guidelines

Education

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MS, or equivalent)

Tools

Publication management systems

Job description

Job Title: Associate Director, Global Medical Publications

Assignment Duration: 12 Months

Work Schedule:

• Full-time (40 hours/week)
• Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours

Work Location:

• 100% Remote (U.S.)
• Optional: Hybrid or onsite
• Occasional onsite visits / domestic travel may be required
• Strongly encouraged onsite presence during initial onboarding/training

Position Summary:

The Associate Director, Global Medical Publications is responsible for leading the development, execution, and governance of global medical publication strategies. This role serves as a subject matter expert in scientific publications and ensures compliant, high-quality, and timely dissemination of scientific data.

The position partners cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Compliance, and external vendors to drive alignment with enterprise objectives and ensure successful publication delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MS, or equivalent preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in:
• Pharmaceutical industry OR
• Medical communications agency OR equivalent
• At least 3+ years of hands‑on experience in scientific publications
• Strong knowledge of:
• GPP (Good Publication Practice)
• ICMJE guidelines
• Proven experience managing vendors and budgets
• Experience in a global, cross‑functional matrix environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• CMPP (ISMPP) certification or equivalent
• Experience with publication management systems and dashboards
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
• Experience working with global affiliates and external authors / KOLs