Sr. Manager, Medical Publications

The Role

Moderna is seeking a Sr. Manager, Medical Publications to lead the development and execution of publication activities across multiple therapeutic areas. This role will focus on collaborating with internal and external authors and cross-functional teams - including Medical, Research, Development, CMC, HEOR, and external vendors - to develop and execute comprehensive publication plans. Key responsibilities include creating and implementing publication plans, managing copyright permissions, tracking publication metrics, and ensuring timely and accurate completion of activities within the publication system of record. Key responsibilities include managing publication plans and metrics, overseeing copyright permissions, ensuring adherence to global and regional guidelines, and coordinating closely with global colleagues to align publication strategies. The position also involves managing vendor relationships and supporting congress planning activities.

This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work across diverse teams and time zones. It plays a critical part in advancing Moderna’s global publication initiatives, aligning with the company’s strategic objectives to support its mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement publication strategies aligned with therapeutic area objectives.

• Ensure adherence to company publication policies, SOPs, GPP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and ICMJE guidelines for publication ethics.

• Manage publication plans, including bibliographies and repositories, to provide accurate and accessible information to stakeholders.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align projects and deliverables with medical and scientific goals.

• Work with global and regional stakeholders on journal identification, medical congress planning, and tactic implementation.

• Oversee vendor activities to ensure timely and budget-compliant project execution.

• Manage content approvals via iEnvision and MRC and ensure compliance with established procedures.

• Facilitate and lead Publication Working Group (PWG) meetings, coordinating with cross-functional teams to gather inputs and prioritize needs.

• Support the submission process of abstracts and publications to journals and conferences as needed.

• Provide medical writing support for select publications and ad-hoc medical affairs projects, including reference and bibliography management.

• Facilitate annual publication planning meetings to align on strategy and review progress toward publication goals.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years specifically in medical publications/communications, including congress submissions and project management.

• Demonstrated understanding of Good Publication Practices (GPP), ICMJE guidelines, and regulatory requirements for scientific publications.

• Proficiency with publication management platforms (e.g., Datavision) and document review/approval systems (e.g., iEnvision).

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, healthcare, communications, or related discipline).

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s, PharmD, or PhD) in life sciences, healthcare, or communications.

• Certified Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) or AMWA certification.

• Expertise in medical writing for publications and congress-related materials.

• In-depth knowledge of publication best practices and the clinical development process, including clinical study data interpretation.

• Experience managing publications in infectious diseases or vaccines.

• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and cross-cultural communication skills.

• Proficiency in using publication management tools (e.g., Datavision) and collaboration platforms.

• Demonstrated success working within a matrixed, cross-functional environment.

• Track record of excelling in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

• Ability to lead annual publication planning meetings and facilitate alignment across global teams.

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