Publications Lead
Job Description
We are a technology-led healthcare solutions provider. We are driven by our purpose to enable healthcare organizations to be future-ready. We offer accelerated, global growth opportunities for talent that’s bold, industrious, and nimble. With Indegene, you gain a unique career experience that celebrates entrepreneurship and is guided by passion, innovation, collaboration, and empathy. To explore exciting opportunities at the convergence of healthcare and technology, check out www.careers.indegene.com Looking to jump-start your career? We understand how important the first few years of your career are, which create the foundation of your entire professional journey. At Indegene, we promise you a differentiated career experience. You will not only work at the exciting intersection of healthcare and technology but also will be mentored by some of the most brilliant minds in the industry. We are offering a global fast-track career where you can grow along with Indegene’s high-speed growth. We are purpose-driven. We enable healthcare organizations to be future ready and our customer obsession is our driving force. We ensure that our customers achieve what they truly want. We are bold in our actions, nimble in our decision-making, and industrious in the way we work.Must Have
We are seeking an experienced Publications Lead with experience in Dermatology therapeutic area (TA) to join our Medical Affairs team. This individual will provide publications strategy, writing and review support and ensure the development of accurate, high-quality, and compliant scientific content across multiple communication channels. The role requires extensive cross-functional collaboration with internal teams (based in US, Europe & India) and external clients, serving as the key medical expert to guide strategy and execution. While the immediate focus will be on supporting publications related to Dermatology TA, this role will also extend to other TAs, providing scientific expertise and strategic input for a broad range of client initiatives. The position will report to the Director of Publications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Scientific Strategy • Collaborate closely with client teams and offshore colleagues to ensure alignment on overall content strategy, scientific narrative, and messaging flow. Act as a key liaison between internal and client teams, ensuring seamless communication, alignment, and delivery of high-quality content. • Serve as the primary medical/scientific expert to lead the development and execution of dermatology TA/product publications, appropriately aligned with overall product/brand strategy.
• Work with pharmaceutical Medical Affairs teams during congresses, product launches, and key data releases, coordinate and lead on prioritization of medical communication deliverables. Support strategic planning of publications, medical education, and other non-promotional scientific activities. • Provide therapeutic area leadership in key TAs including (but not restricted to) dermatology, Women’s health, neurology, oncology, respiratory, cardiovascular, rare diseases etc. Content Development & Review • Research, develop, and review materials to ensure scientific accuracy, appropriate contextualization, fair balance, audience suitability of content, and compliance with quality standards. • Review and/or develop medical and scientific documents, including (but not limited to) publications (abstracts, posters/oral presentations, and manuscripts of all types), slide decks, scientific platforms, medical meeting materials etc. • Participate in meetings for development, review, and maintenance of key Medical Affairs deliverables in collaboration with Medical Affairs colleagues. • Understanding of Datavision/iEnvision platforms and tracking of publications. • Collaborate with Legal, Compliance and Regulatory to ensure proper and ethical interactions between Global Medical Affairs personnel and external stakeholders Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with internal teams (medical writers, project managers, creative team) based in India to deliver high-quality outputs within timelines. • Act as a key liaison with client stakeholders, including Medical Affairs, Legal, Regulatory, and Commercial teams. • Provide medical insights to inform advisory boards, symposiums, KOL engagement strategies, and pre-launch/launch initiatives. Training & Knowledge Sharing • Provide training, mentoring, and consulting support to internal and cross functional teams on therapy area, processes, platforms etc. • Provide clear, actionable feedback to the offshore writing teams to ensure scientific accuracy, consistency, and compliance across deliverables. • Ability to adapt to latest trends in application of newer technologies and platforms related to the domain to build competencies.
Good to have
EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: • A medical degree/advanced Life Science degree with prior experience of working with or within the life sciences industry; medical communications agency in scientific/medical role • Minimum 5+ years of experience in Medical Affairs/Publications within the pharmaceutical industry, including 3+ years in Dermatology TA. • Proven track record in publications planning and execution as per GPP, ICMJE, and EQUATOR network guidelines. • Familiarity with medical strategy development, KOL engagement, and congress activities. • Experience in the disease area of interest through clinical experience or biopharmaceutical experience is preferred • CMPP or other medical writing, medical communications, or Medical Affairs certification would be an advantage Attributes: • Strategic thinking and ability to synthesize scientific and clinical data into impactful communication • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex data with clarity • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across diverse functions. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix environment with multiple priorities. • Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and compliance. • Understanding of Indian Contexts/Ecosystem
Location: US (remote)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Indegene is proud to be an Equal Employment Employer and is committed to the culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, colour, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical ability, or any other characteristics. All employment decisions, from hiring to separation, will be based on business requirements, the candidate’s merit and qualification. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics. Apply nowMedical degree or advanced life science degree; 5+ years in Medical Affairs/Publications with 3+ years in Dermatology; experience with GPP, ICMJE, EQUATOR guidelines; familiarity with medical strategy and KOL engagement; CMPP certification preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- developing publications strategy
- reviewing scientific content
- collaborating cross-functionally
Skills & Tools
Datavision, iEnvision
Job Details
- Category: Healthcare Services - Allied Health
- Seniority: Senior Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
About Indegene Private limited
A technology-led healthcare solutions provider enabling healthcare organizations to be future-ready. — Industry: Healthcare