Merz North America, Inc.
Global Publications Manager
Merz North America, Inc., Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
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A Brief Summary:
The Publications Manager, reporting to the Senior Director of Global Publications, will plan, develop, and execute various publication projects (including global congress planning), ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output. The role includes oversight of publication management platforms and regularly updating the publications repository with Merz-sponsored literature. The ideal candidate has strong organizational, communication, and project management skills. Duties and Responsibilities
Project Planning:
Support the Global Medical Affairs Publications team in planning and scheduling publication projects that align with the department’s global objectives. Coordinate with Publications team members, writers, editors, designers, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure content is produced and delivered according to the project timeline. Monitor the progress of each publication project to ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards. Management of scientific materials for congress presentations:
Oversee and manage year-long congress planning activities, focusing on the publication of key materials. This includes monitoring deadlines, coordinating with authors and contributors, and managing the logistics and schedules for congress publications. Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that global congress materials (e.g., abstract, poster) are developed, submitted, and approved compliantly to meet congress timelines. Management of publications platforms:
Manage publication management platforms and procedures for scientific content development, review and approval processes, and timelines in accordance with internal processes. Update the publications repository platform with published Merz Ax-sponsored studies. Further tasks:
Maintain detailed records of all publication projects, including timelines, budgets, and communications. Prepare reports on project status and outcomes for management. Assist with preparing presentations, reports, contracts, and other materials. Job Related Qualifications / Skills
Professional Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in publication planning, project management, or a similar role in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry. Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Attention to detail, with critical and analytical skills. Strong project management and communication skills. Problem solving and results-oriented. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Able to build solid and positive relationships with cross‐functional team members. Capable of managing multiple projects. Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet established deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Suite. Proficient in citation management software (Endnote, Mendeley, etc.). Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Communications, or a related field. Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Communications, or a related field (Preferred).
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The Publications Manager, reporting to the Senior Director of Global Publications, will plan, develop, and execute various publication projects (including global congress planning), ensuring timely delivery and high-quality output. The role includes oversight of publication management platforms and regularly updating the publications repository with Merz-sponsored literature. The ideal candidate has strong organizational, communication, and project management skills. Duties and Responsibilities
Project Planning:
Support the Global Medical Affairs Publications team in planning and scheduling publication projects that align with the department’s global objectives. Coordinate with Publications team members, writers, editors, designers, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure content is produced and delivered according to the project timeline. Monitor the progress of each publication project to ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards. Management of scientific materials for congress presentations:
Oversee and manage year-long congress planning activities, focusing on the publication of key materials. This includes monitoring deadlines, coordinating with authors and contributors, and managing the logistics and schedules for congress publications. Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that global congress materials (e.g., abstract, poster) are developed, submitted, and approved compliantly to meet congress timelines. Management of publications platforms:
Manage publication management platforms and procedures for scientific content development, review and approval processes, and timelines in accordance with internal processes. Update the publications repository platform with published Merz Ax-sponsored studies. Further tasks:
Maintain detailed records of all publication projects, including timelines, budgets, and communications. Prepare reports on project status and outcomes for management. Assist with preparing presentations, reports, contracts, and other materials. Job Related Qualifications / Skills
Professional Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in publication planning, project management, or a similar role in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry. Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Attention to detail, with critical and analytical skills. Strong project management and communication skills. Problem solving and results-oriented. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Able to build solid and positive relationships with cross‐functional team members. Capable of managing multiple projects. Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet established deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Suite. Proficient in citation management software (Endnote, Mendeley, etc.). Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Communications, or a related field. Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Communications, or a related field (Preferred).
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