Job Details

The Senior Manager, Global Publications will play a key supportive role in the execution of the Agenus global publication strategy. The successful candidate will assist in the development and submission of manuscripts and congress materials as well as contribute to the creation and ongoing updates of scientific platform(s) and lexicon(s). This role requires strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while providing support to the broader team.

The ideal candidate will have experience in publication development, preferably in the oncology space, and a background in working with pre-clinical and clinical stage organizations. A commitment to ethical compliance in line with company policies, Good Publication Practices (GPP), and industry standards is essential. The Senior Manager will help ensure that all publications are transparent, balanced, and aligned with the company's mission, vision, and values, as well as the broader Medical Affairs and Scientific Communications objectives. This role will also assist in preparation efforts for upcoming commercial launches.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of publication deliverables, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, and publication extenders in alignment with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure content quality through annotation, fact-checking, and editorial review, while maintaining clarity, flow, consistency, tone, and accurate referencing.
• Assist with data visualization by providing input or directly creating impactful, visually appealing figures, infographics, and visual abstracts.
• Assist in the development, updating and implementation of a scientific platform and lexicon for assigned programs.
• Contribute to the creation of an Annual Strategic Publication Plan to align publication activities with the broader Global Medical Affairs strategy.
• Support the development and implementation of publication strategies to reach key audiences and address clinical and scientific knowledge gaps.
• Participate in publication team meetings to provide input on strategic discussions and decisions related to publication planning and execution.
• Collaborate with the Global Publications Lead for assigned programs and represent Global Publications on cross-functional teams as needed.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of congress abstracts and presentations.
• Ensure timely review cycles, feedback receipt, and adherence to deadlines for publications and congress submissions, including liaising with external collaborators to keep project timelines on track.
• Build productive working relationships with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with and provide oversight for agency partners and / or contract medical writers.
• Assist with budget management and tracking.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, while also thriving in collaborative/matrixed environments and working effectively with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required (PharmD or PhD preferred).
• Oncology therapeutic area experience strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in writing and developing peer-reviewed publications and scientific materials within the pharmaceutical or related industries (e.g., medical communications agencies). Prefer candidates to have direct industry experience but will also consider applicants with agency experience only.
• Proven ability to contribute to high-quality, peer-reviewed articles.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with experience in developing scientific content such as abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and slide decks.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to influence and align stakeholders, including internal cross-functional teams and external authors, researchers, and journals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a matrixed environment.
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines governing publications and medical communications (e.g., FDA, OIG, ISMPP/GPP, ICMJE).
• CMPP certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in publication management software (e.g., Datavision, PubSTRAT, Vault MedComms), referencing tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero), and data analysis software (e.g., GraphPad Prism).
• Experience with cloud-based systems (e.g., Box, Google Drive, Egnyte) and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet).
• Familiarity with Adobe programs (e.g., Acrobat DC, Illustrator, InDesign) is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for congresses or internal business meetings.