Scientific Publications Director

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: The Scientific Publications Director collaborates with Medical Communications Management in the planning and execution of strategic publication plans for assigned Exelixis pipeline molecules and marketed products. This includes developing scientific communication statements, tactical plans and managing the development of scientific abstracts, presentations and manuscripts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Contribute to strategic, operational and tactical publication planning and execute publication plans for assigned Exelixis pipeline molecules and products. Contribute to development of scientific platforms, scientific statements and lexicons; ensure appropriate inclusion in developed publications. Manage the development and submission of medical and scientific publications (including abstracts, posters, oral presentations and manuscripts) via collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in accordance with timelines as set in publication plans. May write and revise abstracts, posters, and journal publications. Evaluate clinical trial data and published literature to ensure publications accurately convey the data. Operate in accordance with all Exelixis SOPs, including the Publications SOP, and promote the adoption of working standards consistent with Good Publication Practice. Manage publication and writing vendors as needed. Collaborate with other members of the Medical Affairs organization in support of their functional area deliverables. Attend scientific conferences to ensure accurate and appropriate presentation of Exelixis' scientific evidence, to enhance therapeutic knowledge and to contribute to execution of Medical Affairs conference deliverables. Understand the evolving publications landscape through engagement with and participation in professional societies. Develop product and disease state expertise and keep abreast of the changing drug development environment. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May supervise one or two employees who will contribute to publication development and/or publication management. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Education/Experience: Doctorate level degree (PharmD, MD, PhD) and a minimum of eight years of related experience; or, Master's level degree in related discipline and a minimum of eleven years of related experience; or, Equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience/The Ideal for Successful Entry into Job: Oncology experience highly preferred. Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech business is required. Experience with publication development, writing, and management for medical publications is required. Experience with clinical trial design, interpretation of scientific data and communication via clinical and medical affairs channels, preferred. Knowledge/Skills: Understanding of the pharmaceutical/biotech business, particularly Medical Publishing, and adhering to related regulations, guidelines, standards and practices including GPP and ICMJE. Familiarity with the principles of health care compliance. Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, manage projects and work cross-functionally. Skilled medical writer. Self-motivated, organized, problem-solving, solution-oriented, collaborative team player. Able to act independently and lead multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment yet remain flexible in response to changing needs and competing demands. Skilled with regard to written and verbal communication of complex medical and scientific data to a variety of audiences. JOB COMPLEXITY: Works in a fast-paced, small-team environment that is growing and evolving. This position requires regular reprioritization of projects while adhering to timelines and achievement of deliverables. WORKING CONDITIONS: Periodic travel required (approximately 20%) to support medical affairs activities at scientific congresses and company meetings, and to provide oversight to external contracted organizations. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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