R&D Partners
Publications Lead
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Ready to lead high-impact scientific publications and shape how breakthrough data reaches the global healthcare community?
R&D Partners is seeking a Publications Lead (Contractor) to join our client's team in the UK. In the role, you will support the delivery of scientific publications across one or more therapeutic areas during a high-priority period. This role works alongside existing Publications Leads to provide additional leadership, executional support, and flexibility across the portfolio.
The position is suited for an experienced publications professional who can quickly embed within the team, independently manage key deliverables, and flex across priorities as needed to ensure timely, high-quality scientific communication.
Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.
Responsibilities:
Flexible Publication Leadership
- Partner with existing Publications Leads to support delivery of publication plans across priority programs
- Step in to lead specific publications, workstreams, or assets as needed
- Provide additional bandwidth during peak periods (e.g., congress timelines, key data readouts)
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End-to-End Publication Execution
- Lead development and execution of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations
- Manage publication lifecycle from planning through submission and post-publication activities
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs aligned with agreed timelines
- Track publication milestones and maintain publication trackers and calendars
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical, HEOR, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment
- Interface with authors, investigators, and external experts
- Support publication planning discussions and decision-making as needed
Vendor & Project Oversight
- Provide direction to medical writing agencies and review deliverables for scientific quality
- Manage timelines, risks, and competing priorities across multiple deliverables
- Ensure efficient execution across internal teams and external partners
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure all publications adhere to ICMJE, GPP, and internal policies
- Maintain scientific rigor and accuracy across all outputs
- Support audit-ready documentation and adherence to publication processes
Adaptive Support Across the Portfolio
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- Flex across therapeutic areas, assets, or deliverables based on evolving business needs
- Pick up in-flight projects or support areas requiring additional focus
- Help maintain continuity and momentum across publication activities
Key Skills and Requirements:
- Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc) in life sciences
- 5-7+ years of experience in medical publications within pharma/biotech
- Strong knowledge of publication guidelines (ICMJE, GPP)
For more information, please contact William Tyler.
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