Associate Director, Global Publication Planning

About the role

Ascendis Pharma, a global biopharmaceutical company focused on Endocrinology, Rare Disease and Oncology, is hiring an Associate Director of Global Scientific Publication Planning in Princeton, NJ. The role drives the global strategic publication plan for one or more rare disease therapeutic areas and oversees the planning, execution and amplification of scientific publications such as abstracts, posters, oral presentations, manuscripts and publication extenders. It reports to the Director, Global Head of Publication Planning. First preference is for someone who can work hybrid from Princeton, NJ, though remote candidates may be considered.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate command of therapeutic areas and expertise with assigned products in growth hormone deficiency, hypoparathyroidism, achondroplasia and new therapeutic areas in development.
• Lead cross-functional teams to define the rationale for the publication plan and strategic objectives for individual medical communications tactics.
• Interface with external experts (key opinion leaders, clinical trial investigators, healthcare professionals) and internal stakeholders (Clinical, Statistics, Medical Affairs) so publications address gaps and unmet needs and reflect the latest data.
• Oversee the tactical execution of the publication plan, ensuring high-quality, scientifically accurate and timely publications.
• Maintain knowledge of Ascendis publication policies, industry regulations and guidelines, and contribute to initiatives that improve publication practices.
• Stay current on industry and company requirements for scientific publications; may write original content as needed.

Required profile

• PhD or PharmD required; professional credentials such as CMPP are a plus.
• 8+ years in medical or scientific publications within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience managing medical or scientific writers and vendors, and experience managing budgets.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional settings.

Required skills

• Knowledge of publications best practices (ICMJE, GPP2022).
• Ability to navigate complex data and quickly incorporate relevant insights into medical communications.

What we offer

• Estimated compensation of $170-190K/year.
• 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental and vision plans, and life and AD&D insurance.
• Short and long-term disability benefits, Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts, health savings account and flexible spending accounts, various incentive plans, accident and critical illness insurance, mental health resources and paid leave for new parents.