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Date posted: Apr 24, 2025
City: Boston
Country/Region: US
Type of Contract: Full-time Employment / Unlimited
Job Requisition ID: 8521
Director, Scientific Publications
About Servier
Servier in the U.S. is a Boston-based, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company launched by Servier Group in 2018. As a privately held organization, Servier is uniquely positioned to advance cutting-edge science, tackle underserved therapeutic areas and make patients the focus of every strategic decision.
Role Summary
The Director, Scientific Publications will provide strategic direction and operational leadership within the Scientific Communications and Publications function of Servier US Medical Affairs. The role will report into the Sr. Director of Scientific Communications and Publications and will oversee all aspects of publication planning and implementation.
This role serves as a Publications SME (Subject Matter Expert) in US Medical Affairs who own the publications strategy in the strategic planning and execution of publications. In addition to having managerial responsibilities for direct reports and resourcing responsibilities within assigned accounts, responsibilities will also include cross-functional collaboration with clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial teams (both US and Global) to align publication strategies with overall product lifecycle plans.
Primary Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, develop and manage strategic Publications Plans for Servier US programs/therapeutic areas
• Execute strategic Publications Plans as a part of an omnichannel data dissemination strategy ensuring publication goals are aligned with the objectives of the integrated evidence generation plan
• Deliver innovative publication solutions and publication extenders, as appropriate
• Monitoring publication progress, tracking submission and acceptance timelines, and generating reports on publication metrics and impact
• Bring deep subject matter expertise in industry publication practices and responsibility to ensure Servier’s publication related activities are conducted in accordance with Servier standards/SOPs, applicable working instructions and good publication practice guidelines (including but not limited to GPP, ICMJE etc.)
• Build effective partnerships and work cross-functionally with US and Global cross-functional partners including Medical Strategy Leads, R&D Program Leads, HEOR Program Leads, Global Publications and Asset Leads
• Establish and lead an operational framework to ensure the timely execution of publication workstreams and to communicate regular publication updates to relevant key stakeholders to facilitate ongoing functional planning and inform dependencies (e.g., Publication Working Group (PWG)
• Lead/collaborate with Global Publications to develop and maintain Policy, SOPs, Playbooks and Training for Publications at Servier
• Lead monthly budget management and forecasting of publications spend within Medical Product Plans and track spend to overall Publications budget
• Manage a team of publication professionals, assigning tasks, and providing mentorship
  

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties as required or directed by the Manager or Functional Management
• Manage vendor(s) in all aspects of working relationship, including budgets, and contracting
  

Education And Required Skills

• Advanced degree (M.D., Pharm.D., Ph.D.) preferred with expertise with demonstrated experience in publication management and expertise in oncology
• Minimum of 8 years of progressing responsibility in the pharmaceutical industry in medical publications, preferably 5+ years of which includes working within a matrix structure in Medical Affairs
• Strong leadership poise to drive strategic and tactical decisions with the capability to influence without authority
• Certified Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) certification preferred
• Experience in people management and development
• Ability to audit and optimize processes within scientific publications, and to seek diverse input from multiple stakeholders to drive innovative solutions
• Adept at working within complex team environments
• Experience with medical content management systems (e.g., Datavision) and budget management
• Knowledge of therapy area with strong external stakeholder relationships in said area a plus
  

Travel and Location

• Estimated travel 25% (within the US and internationally)
• Hybrid role. 2/3 days onsite in Boston, Seaport office
  

Servier’s Commitment
Servier is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Nearest Major Market: Boston

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