Publication Lead – Scientific Communications

DAWAR CONSULTING INC

Publications Lead at Dawar Consulting managing scientific communications for a biotechnology leader. Overseeing publication plans, medical writing, and collaboration with stakeholders.

Posted 7/11/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $45 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end publication planning and execution.
Manage manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and conference presentations.
Coordinate with Medical Affairs, Clinical, HEOR, authors, and investigators.
Oversee medical writing vendors and ensure high-quality deliverables.
Track publication timelines and manage multiple concurrent projects.
Ensure compliance with ICMJE, GPP, and internal publication policies.
Support scientific congress submissions and journal publications.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc) in Life Sciences.
5–7+ years of medical publications experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Strong knowledge of ICMJE and Good Publication Practice (GPP) guidelines.
Demonstrated experience leading publication plans and managing scientific communication deliverables.
Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Cell Therapy experience is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Sick Leave
401 (k)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Publication PlanningMedical Writing ManagementScientific CommunicationTimeline TrackingCell Therapy Experience

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsLeadership Skills

Certifications

Advanced Degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc)