Publications Execution Leader

BioSpace; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Lead Publications professional to guide a team responsible for executing publication plans across assets. You will oversee manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery.

The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams, strong communication, and expertise in scientific publication practices, with opportunities to optimize resources and mentor staff within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree required. PhD, PharmD, Master’s Degree preferred. Relevant professional certification/credential (eg, CMPP, AMWA) is a plus.
• 4-5 years of medical/scientific publications (or related) experience required. Pharmaceutical industry or related (eg, medical communication agency) experience required

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of publication managers and provide coaching, priorities, and performance feedback.
• Lead cross-functional Publications Team(s) for assigned assets and drive publication plan execution with global stakeholders input.
• Oversee tactical execution of publication plans (clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, oral presentations) within timelines and budgets.
• Review all publications in the assigned therapeutic area for quality and alignment with platforms and communications.
• Partner with Scientific Communications Director to ensure seamless transfer of strategic publication plans to publication plans.
• Partner with Publications Director to project and manage outsourcing budgets and internal resource needs.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced degree preferred (PhD/PharmD/Master’s)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Lead Publications professional to guide a team responsible for executing publication plans across assets. You will oversee manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery.

The role requires leadership of cross-functional teams, strong communication, and expertise in scientific publication practices, with opportunities to optimize resources and mentor staff within a collaborative environment.