Director, Global Medical Publications - REMOTE

Lensa; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 183,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site is seeking a Director for Global Medical Publications to lead scientific communication strategies. This remote role involves collaboration with various teams to develop publication plans and manage relationships with external authors. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the healthcare sector and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in healthcare/pharmaceutical sector, with 5+ years in Medical Affairs or Scientific Publications.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Publication Planning Group meetings for assigned compounds.
• Develop and execute global publication plans in collaboration with publication planning teams.
• Manage publication vendors, budgets, and operational activities.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's degree in Science

Advanced degree in scientific or healthcare field

Job description

Director, Global Medical Publications - REMOTE

Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc., is seeking a highly experienced professional for the role of Director, Global Medical Publications. Apply via Lensa today!

The Director, Global Medical Publications will lead the development of scientific communication strategies for publications and congresses. This role involves close collaboration with Global Medical Affairs, Clinical Teams, Global Value & Real-World Evidence Teams, and Publications Management Specialists to plan and execute publication activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Publication Planning Group (SPPG) meetings for assigned compounds, integrating cross-functional insights to develop scientific communication platforms, lexicons, and global publication plans.
• Manage the Scientific Communication Platform and Lexicons to ensure they are current.
• Develop and execute global publication plans in collaboration with publication planning teams and Working Groups.
• Coordinate with medical and clinical teams to align communication strategies across regions.
• Build and maintain relationships with external authors and stakeholders involved in publication activities and congress presentations.
• Support the development of congress presentations and scientific content for external and internal audiences.
• Assist medical, regional, and global teams in engaging with the external medical community.
• Contribute to digital and patient-centric communication activities, including social media, digital platforms, and newsletters.
• Collaborate on content development for educational websites and global congress strategies.
• Oversee internal and external communication regarding congress coverage and publication updates.
• Manage publication vendors, budgets, and operational activities in collaboration with Publications Management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 10 years in healthcare/pharmaceutical sector, with 5+ years in Medical Affairs or Scientific Publications.
• Master's degree in Science required; PhD or PharmD preferred.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role managing teams.
• Experience in CNS, Nephrology, or Rare Diseases is a plus.
• Proven experience with scientific peer-reviewed publications and global medical communications.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific information clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and vendor management experience.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, domestically and internationally.

Educational Requirements

• Advanced degree in scientific or healthcare field (PharmD, PhD, MS).
• ISMPP CMPP designation preferred.

Core Competencies

• Accountability, strategic thinking, patient and customer centricity, impactful communication, respectful collaboration, and empowered development.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $183,335 - $274,160 plus incentive opportunities. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more. For details, visit Otsuka Careers.

Additional Information

This description provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities. Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. For accommodations or to report scams, contact the provided channels.