Publication Lead, Medical Communications

Costello Medical; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Hybrid work

34 days vacation

Sabbatical

Private medical and dental

401K with 5% employer

Life insurance

Training funding

Social activities

Job summary

Costello Medical is seeking a Publication Manager to lead medical communications projects across diverse clients in the US. You will provide strategic direction, oversee timelines and quality, and contribute to scientific writing while mentoring colleagues.

The role offers hybrid work from Boston or New York, with a strong focus on client relationships and business development through proposals and pitches.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of publications experience at a medical writing agency.
• Science degree with GPA 3.3+; diverse scientific backgrounds welcomed.
• Strong scientific writing and data presentation skills.
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Proven ability to build and manage robust client relationships.
• Project management skills to deliver on time and to scope.
• Ability to track industry trends and contribute to strategy.
• Approachable and supportive with junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead across medical communications projects to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Provide strategic guidance, oversee timelines and quality.
• Build long-term client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Contribute to scientific writing and mentor colleagues.
• Support business development through proposals and pitches.

Skills

Publications mgmt

Scientific writing

Project management

Client relationships

MS Office

Education

Science degree (biology/chemistry/pharmacy/medicine)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Costello Medical is seeking a Publication Manager to lead medical communications projects across diverse clients in the US. You will provide strategic direction, oversee timelines and quality, and contribute to scientific writing while mentoring colleagues.

The role offers hybrid work from Boston or New York, with a strong focus on client relationships and business development through proposals and pitches.