Director, Publications

Job Description

General Summary:

The Director, Publications is accountable for the development of an integrated and strategic global disease publication plan and delivery of the medical, scientific and technical publications included in this plan. This role will manage publication plans and activities for large, complex brands or for multiple brands within a disease area. This role will provide leadership and expertise in publication planning and execution. This role is responsible for working with large cross-functional teams to communicate Vertex’s scientific data through high quality peer-reviewed publications to the global healthcare community, enabling informed decision making for optimal patient care and access to Vertex products.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops an integrated and strategic global disease publication plan across large, complex brands or for multiple brands within a therapy area; works closely with regions to ensure publication needs are included in the global publication plan

Demonstrates project leadership and uses expertise to develop and implement creative solutions for challenging issues or manages complex publication projects, strategies, and plans (such as multiple products, multiple indications, diverse audiences, or projects requiring advanced integrative skills)

Ensures all publications within the therapy area are aligned to the product/disease scientific platform

Develops key publications and manages and develops direct reports to contribute to key publications

Leads compliance with Vertex publication policy and external publication guidelines

Designs and leads staff and stakeholder education and training on publication process and best practices

Maintains compliant systems (Datavision), audit readiness and metrics reporting

Oversees vendors and effectively implements insourcing/outsourcing strategies to meet business deliverables

As a people manager within the organization, this role may have financial accountabilities and human resource responsibilities for assigned staff.

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrated ability to provide strategic input to senior leadership and influence decision making, particularly on topics regarding publication planning, data dissemination, and data disclosure requirements

Demonstrated record of executing strategically and tactically in a highly matrixed environment composed of cross-functional, dynamic teams

Clear understanding of current publication environment, ICMJE, GPP3, and other global guidelines related to publications, scientific data communication, and transparency standards

Strong computer and database skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products and Datavision

Ability to manage multiple vendors if needed

Experience in people management

Expertise in publication planning and execution

Education and Experience:

PhD is required

Typically requires 10 years of work experience and 3 years of supervisory/management experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Pay Range:

$190,700 - $286,000

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.  From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Remote-Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Remote-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
1.    Remote: work remotely five days per week and come into the office on occasion – you’re always welcome on-site; or select 
2.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
3.    On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject t