Associate Director Medical Communication - Hybrid Job at The Fountain Group in C

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.