Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Associate Director, Medical Publications
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
Associate Director, Medical Publications
The Associate Director, Medical Publications is responsible for leading the Medical Publications Strategic Plan, ensuring the timely and high‑quality dissemination and publication of scientific data. This role collaborates cross‑functionally, manages the end‑to‑end publication process, transforms clinical data into clear and accurate content for healthcare professionals, patients, and payers, and ensures compliance with Good Publication Practice (GPP) and company guidelines.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Proactively lead cross‑functional stakeholders in the development of publication plans and medical communication strategy for CNS products within aligned product development timelines.
Lead author teams and junior team members in the creation of medical publications (manuscripts, abstracts, and posters) according to ICMJE and GPP guidelines.
Prepare materials for author calls, guide journal selection, set up access to source documents, negotiate content, and manage review and approval cycles.
Assist publication managers with medical writing and editing for manuscripts, posters, and abstracts.
Provide management oversight and direction for publication documents prepared by internal publication managers and external contractors to ensure appropriate content, clarity, accuracy, and alignment to communication strategy and author directives.
Collaborate with product medical directors to lead the development of scientific communication platforms and lexicons.
Lead and maintain regular strategic and tactical planning meetings.
Assist the Senior Director in preparing departmental budgets and annual plans.
Assist Publication Managers in maintaining up‑to‑date publication project plans, budgets, and archives.
Provide guidance and training to team members regarding Good Publication Practices and facilitate the implementation of new technologies and initiatives in publication planning and medical communications.
Other responsibilities and projects as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide leadership and management in an effective manner consistent with Company Values toward defined Corporate Objectives.
Understand Company Policy and Procedure to guide direct reports appropriately.
Knowledge & Other Qualifications
Doctoral‑level degree in medical or allied health field or life sciences with 5+ years of relevant experience in medical writing and publication planning for the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
Previous experience in people management is required.
Demonstrated experience in leading, collaborating, and managing people and projects.
Experience in central nervous system disorders and their treatment is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of the process and standards for creating scientific publication plans and preparing and submitting scientific publications according to ICMJE and GPP guidelines.
Certified Medical Publication Planning (CMPP) credential required.
Strong literature evaluation skills, with demonstrated ability to integrate, summarize, report and explain complex data, drug mechanisms, and research findings to a variety of audiences in written and graphical form.
Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EndNote (or similar), and project management software such as Smartsheet or MS Project; Adobe InDesign or other graphics program experience is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical development and research process, statistical methods, and clinical trial document layout and reporting requirements.
Other Characteristics
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and maintain high ethical standards of integrity and quality.
Ability to have an innovative and dynamic approach to work.
A self‑starter, able to work independently, but comfortable working in a team environment.
Ability to consistently exhibit Supernus Values in interactions with employees at all levels of the organization, vendors, customers, and others.
Capable of performing other duties as assigned by Management.
Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment / Travel Requirements
Ability to travel to medical congresses and at least quarterly to the corporate office in Rockville, MD.
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or carrying objects.
Close visual acuity required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer screen, iPad, or other electronic device; and extensive reading.
No substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Compensation The expected salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role is $160,000 to $185,000. Base salary is one part of the overall compensation package, which includes the opportunity to participate in employee stock purchase programs and performance‑based bonus programs.
EEO Statement Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Proactively lead cross‑functional stakeholders in the development of publication plans and medical communication strategy for CNS products within aligned product development timelines.
Lead author teams and junior team members in the creation of medical publications (manuscripts, abstracts, and posters) according to ICMJE and GPP guidelines.
Prepare materials for author calls, guide journal selection, set up access to source documents, negotiate content, and manage review and approval cycles.
Assist publication managers with medical writing and editing for manuscripts, posters, and abstracts.
Provide management oversight and direction for publication documents prepared by internal publication managers and external contractors to ensure appropriate content, clarity, accuracy, and alignment to communication strategy and author directives.
Collaborate with product medical directors to lead the development of scientific communication platforms and lexicons.
Lead and maintain regular strategic and tactical planning meetings.
Assist the Senior Director in preparing departmental budgets and annual plans.
Assist Publication Managers in maintaining up‑to‑date publication project plans, budgets, and archives.
Provide guidance and training to team members regarding Good Publication Practices and facilitate the implementation of new technologies and initiatives in publication planning and medical communications.
Other responsibilities and projects as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provide leadership and management in an effective manner consistent with Company Values toward defined Corporate Objectives.
Understand Company Policy and Procedure to guide direct reports appropriately.
Knowledge & Other Qualifications
Doctoral‑level degree in medical or allied health field or life sciences with 5+ years of relevant experience in medical writing and publication planning for the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
Previous experience in people management is required.
Demonstrated experience in leading, collaborating, and managing people and projects.
Experience in central nervous system disorders and their treatment is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of the process and standards for creating scientific publication plans and preparing and submitting scientific publications according to ICMJE and GPP guidelines.
Certified Medical Publication Planning (CMPP) credential required.
Strong literature evaluation skills, with demonstrated ability to integrate, summarize, report and explain complex data, drug mechanisms, and research findings to a variety of audiences in written and graphical form.
Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EndNote (or similar), and project management software such as Smartsheet or MS Project; Adobe InDesign or other graphics program experience is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical development and research process, statistical methods, and clinical trial document layout and reporting requirements.
Other Characteristics
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and maintain high ethical standards of integrity and quality.
Ability to have an innovative and dynamic approach to work.
A self‑starter, able to work independently, but comfortable working in a team environment.
Ability to consistently exhibit Supernus Values in interactions with employees at all levels of the organization, vendors, customers, and others.
Capable of performing other duties as assigned by Management.
Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment / Travel Requirements
Ability to travel to medical congresses and at least quarterly to the corporate office in Rockville, MD.
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or carrying objects.
Close visual acuity required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer screen, iPad, or other electronic device; and extensive reading.
No substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Compensation The expected salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role is $160,000 to $185,000. Base salary is one part of the overall compensation package, which includes the opportunity to participate in employee stock purchase programs and performance‑based bonus programs.
EEO Statement Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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