The Fountain Group
Associate Director Medical Communication - Hybrid
The Fountain Group, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Details for the positionare as follows:
6-month contract to start with the possibility of extension or conversion depending on performance and business needs
Rate: $125-137 an hour
Location: Cambridge, MA - Hybrid, with 8 onsite days per month
Job Description This role leads strategic scientific communications and publications planning for assigned oncology/hematology assets. The position defines, develops, and executes global publication and scientific communication strategies in alignment with medical plans and data availability. It requires a strong scientific background, excellent project management skills, and deep expertise in scientific publications best practices.
Develop and manage global strategic publication and scientific communication plans in collaboration with cross-functional partners (Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Outcomes Research, global/regional teams).
Lead publication planning teams; oversee development of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, presentations, slide decks, scientific platforms, field medical tools, congress materials, and digital/scientific content.
Serve as the primary liaison with authors, investigators, thought leaders, and internal stakeholders; ensure scientific accuracy, rigor, and compliance with publication standards.
Manage publication agencies, vendors, writers, and budget planning; maintain publication tracking systems (e.g., Datavision).
Train internal teams on good publication practices and provide guidance on publication strategy and execution.
Support cross-functional initiatives including NCCN/pathway submissions, training materials, medical review processes, and Global Medical Affairs projects.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements related to publication development and scientific communication.
Evaluate trends and drive enhancements in publication practices, analytics, and scientific content amplification.
Represent Scientific Communications on global medical strategy teams and attend scientific conferences as needed.
Required Skills
Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) preferred; BA/BS in a scientific discipline with substantial industry experience also considered.
5+ years in biotech pharma, including 3+ years directly in medical publications within pharma/biotech or a medical communications agency.
Strong knowledge of publication planning, GPP3, ICMJE, CONSORT, and scientific reporting standards.
Oncology experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and synthesize complex scientific data.
Experience with vendor management, budget oversight, and publication systems (e.g., Datavision).
Understanding of clinical development, trial design, statistics, and product life cycle management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and under pressure.
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6-month contract to start with the possibility of extension or conversion depending on performance and business needs
Rate: $125-137 an hour
Location: Cambridge, MA - Hybrid, with 8 onsite days per month
Job Description This role leads strategic scientific communications and publications planning for assigned oncology/hematology assets. The position defines, develops, and executes global publication and scientific communication strategies in alignment with medical plans and data availability. It requires a strong scientific background, excellent project management skills, and deep expertise in scientific publications best practices.
Develop and manage global strategic publication and scientific communication plans in collaboration with cross-functional partners (Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Outcomes Research, global/regional teams).
Lead publication planning teams; oversee development of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, presentations, slide decks, scientific platforms, field medical tools, congress materials, and digital/scientific content.
Serve as the primary liaison with authors, investigators, thought leaders, and internal stakeholders; ensure scientific accuracy, rigor, and compliance with publication standards.
Manage publication agencies, vendors, writers, and budget planning; maintain publication tracking systems (e.g., Datavision).
Train internal teams on good publication practices and provide guidance on publication strategy and execution.
Support cross-functional initiatives including NCCN/pathway submissions, training materials, medical review processes, and Global Medical Affairs projects.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements related to publication development and scientific communication.
Evaluate trends and drive enhancements in publication practices, analytics, and scientific content amplification.
Represent Scientific Communications on global medical strategy teams and attend scientific conferences as needed.
Required Skills
Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) preferred; BA/BS in a scientific discipline with substantial industry experience also considered.
5+ years in biotech pharma, including 3+ years directly in medical publications within pharma/biotech or a medical communications agency.
Strong knowledge of publication planning, GPP3, ICMJE, CONSORT, and scientific reporting standards.
Oncology experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and synthesize complex scientific data.
Experience with vendor management, budget oversight, and publication systems (e.g., Datavision).
Understanding of clinical development, trial design, statistics, and product life cycle management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and under pressure.
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