Contractor, Global Scientific Communications

• Support development and lead tactical execution of the Publication and Medical Education plans in alignment with asset strategy and medical affairs objectives
• Accountable for actively executing publication planning and publication development
• Manage global publication activities (author engagement, abstracts, manuscripts, posters, oral presentations) in compliance with GPP and company SOPs
• Serve as the scientific lead and scientific reviewer for publication deliverables, proactively identifying data gaps, inconsistencies, and interpretation risks and driving resolution with cross-functional SMEs (Clinical, Biostats, Safety, Regulatory, Medical Affairs)
• Oversee the execution of plans and activities for major international and regional medical meetings, including content development and internal alignment
• Own scientific content, including slide decks, scientific exchange materials, and FAQs for Field Medical teams
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate interpretation and timely dissemination of data
• Maintain publication trackers, timelines, and vendor/agency relationships to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Support advisory boards, investigator meetings, and external scientific forums
• Assist in establishing processes and standards to ensure consistency and compliance across scientific materials
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Keeps internal colleagues informed of development and completion of Publications and Medical Education activities
• Manages agency partners performance to ensure alignment with PTC expectations
• Provides scientific review of materials related to Scientific Communications
• Ensures close cooperation with other Global Medical functions including Operations, Medical Services, Training, as well as with Regional Medical teams
• Contributes to Medical Education and Publications best practices, common standards and systems
• Collects and provides metrics to measure the impact of delivered medical education programs and scientific publications
• Supports the planning and management of the Scientific Communications activities budget
• Maintains and continuously expands therapeutic area disease and product knowledge

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Effectively communicates complex scientific and clinical data to internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate and build solid working relationships cross-functionally
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, think critically, and adhere to deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.
• An advanced medical or scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, MS, MPH) is required
• 5+ years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Healthcare industry, preferably within a matrix structure and within Scientific Communications roles. Relevant experience in other Medical Affairs roles (e.g. Medical Science Liaison, Medical Information) will be considered
• Expertise in Scientific Publications, including planning and execution across phases of drug development and commercialization
• Deep knowledge of scientific publication standards, data disclosure requirements, and medical compliance, including GPP4 and ICMJE guidelines is required
• Expertise in Medical Education approaches and best practices is required
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• Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.
• Experience in orphan/rare diseases, molecular biology, metabolic disorders, neurology and/or genetic disorders
• In-depth knowledge of Good Publication Practices (GPP4) and other relevant industry standards (ICMJE, CONSORT, etc.), Sunshine Act, relevant Codes of Conduct (e.g. PhRMA, EFPIA), and other guidance related to post-marketing practices and scientific data communication
• Understanding of clinical trial design and execution, statistical methods and clinical trial data reporting requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in Publications planning and the development and implementation of Scientific Publications
• Contributing to a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the scientific communications function
• Building credibility with cross-functional partners across Clinical Development, Regulatory, Commercial, and Medical Affairs
• Exercising sound judgment and independent problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
• Translating complex clinical and scientific data into clear, audience-appropriate narratives for diverse stakeholders
• Communicating proactively with cross-functional partners on publication timelines, congress deliverables, and project status
• Ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance of scientific messaging across all channels and materials
• Collaborating effectively with clinical, regulatory, and commercial colleagues to align on scientific narrative
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and timelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence without authority
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Publications and Medical materials management platforms (e.g. Pubstrat, Veeva MedComms) and video conferencing platforms
• People and project management experience
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)
• Travel requirements
• 5-15% travel