At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the creation of impactful scientific publications that shape healthcare and improve patient outcomes.
- Company: Join Novartis, a leader in innovative medicine with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive benefits to support your well-being.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by transforming complex data into clear communications that influence global healthcare.
- Qualifications: Advanced scientific degree and experience in developing scientific publications required.
The predicted salary is between 67900 - 126100 £ per year.
Are you passionate about transforming complex scientific data into publications that shape healthcare and improve patient outcomes worldwide? As an Associate Director, Global Publications & Foundational Content, you will lead the development of high-impact scientific publications and foundational medical content that help communicate the value of innovative research. Working across global teams and therapeutic areas, you will combine scientific expertise, strategic thinking and exceptional writing skills to ensure critical evidence reaches healthcare professionals and scientific communities around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how scientific discoveries are communicated, helping to advance knowledge, support evidence-based decision-making and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
Location: London (The Westworks), United Kingdom
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of complex scientific publications, manuscripts and foundational medical content across therapeutic areas.
- Translate clinical and scientific data into clear, compelling and scientifically rigorous communications.
- Drive the delivery of pivotal publications, scientific communications platforms and publication planning materials.
- Manage multiple publication and content projects simultaneously while ensuring quality, compliance and timeliness.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align scientific content with strategic communication objectives.
- Champion first-time-right delivery through excellence in scientific writing, review and project execution.
- Identify and implement innovative process improvements that enhance team efficiency and content quality.
- Build and maintain trusted partnerships with internal experts, authors and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with publication guidelines, quality standards, operating procedures and documentation requirements.
- Mentor colleagues, share best practices and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.
Essential for the role:
- Advanced scientific degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience developing scientific publications, manuscripts, abstracts, posters and medical communications.
- Strong understanding of clinical research, drug development and scientific evidence generation.
- Exceptional scientific writing skills with the ability to communicate complex data clearly and accurately.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects while delivering to quality standards and timelines.
- Experience working effectively within global cross-functional and matrixed environments.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Desirable for the role:
- PhD, Doctor of Medicine or equivalent advanced qualification in a scientific or medical discipline.
- Experience supporting global publication strategy and scientific communications within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally within immunology or a related therapy area.
Benefits & Rewards:
At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: £67,900 to £126,100
The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Why Novartis:
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
Associate Director, Global Publications & Foundational Content in London employer: Novartis Farmacéutica
At Novartis, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the healthcare sector. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring that our team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact on patient access to life-changing medicines in Southwest England and South London.
