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Medical Publications Lead (Cell Therapy)
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We are currently partnered with an innovative organisation in the Cell Therapy space to appoint an experienced Publications Lead Contractor on an initial 6-month contract. This role has been created to provide additional support across a high-priority publications portfolio and would suit a seasoned professional who can rapidly integrate into an existing team and take ownership of key deliverables with minimal onboarding.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment, can confidently manage multiple publication workstreams, and enjoy delivering high-quality scientific communications in a compliance-driven setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Your new role
Working alongside established Publications Leads, you will provide both strategic and hands-on support across a range of publication activities. You'll help ensure critical scientific outputs are delivered on time and to the highest standards during periods of increased demand, including congress deadlines and key data readouts.
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Key Responsibilities
- Publication Leadership & Strategic Support
- End-to-End Publication Management
- Vendor & Project Oversight
- Compliance & Quality Excellence
What you'll need to succeed
- Advanced degree in Life Sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD or MSc)
- Several years of experience within Medical Publications in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment
- Demonstrable experience managing publication programmes and scientific communication deliverables
- Strong understanding of ICMJE, GPP and publication best practices
- Ability to work independently and become productive quickly with minimal onboarding
- Strong project management and prioritisation skills
- Experience managing multiple parallel publication workstreams
- Comfortable taking ownership of in-flight or partially developed projects
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
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What you need to do now
Before you apply for this position, it is vital that you are in possession of an EU or UK passport or relevant visa to work without restrictions in the UK.
If you're an experienced publications professional looking for your next contract opportunity within Cell Therapy and can add immediate value to a growing publications portfolio, we'd be delighted to speak with you. Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Roberta Atkins on 0203 465 0045
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