Senior Manager - Publications Delivery Lead - Scientific Publications

Responsibilities

• Establish and scale a high-performing publications delivery organization

• Mentor publication writers, graphic artists and iEnvision specialists

• Oversee end-to-end planning, drafting, review and finalization of publications

• Design SOPs, workflows and operating models across therapy areas

• Define and track SLAs, metrics and QA/QC processes

• Manage risks and issues, and build partnerships with collaborator teams

• Ensure alignment with GPP, ICMJE and CONSORT/PRISMA standards

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine or related field

• 8-12 years in medical writing and publications, including 3+ years people management

• Experience setting up teams or functions in GCCs or service agencies

• Strong knowledge of GPP, ICMJE, CONSORT/PRISMA and journal processes

• Experience running large-scale delivery with metrics and continuous improvement

• Experience working across time zones and global cross-functional groups

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, MD, PharmD or MSc

• ISMPP CMPP certification

• Experience with publication management tools and workflow platforms

• Experience with Lean, Kaizen and automated dashboards

Benefits

• Lifelong learning and development opportunities

• Performance-based rewards

• Health and wellbeing support

• Inclusion and diversity programmes

About the Company

AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering life-changing medicines to patients.