Associate Director, Medical Publications – CNS

🕒 July 16

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Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

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1001 - 5000 employees

💊 Pharmaceuticals

🏥 Healthcare

🧬 Biotechnology

Pharmaceuticals • Healthcare • Biotechnology

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U. S. ) is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, dedicated to creating innovative products for better health worldwide. The company comprises two main entities: Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. (OAPI), which is focused on commercializing Otsuka-discovered and in-licensed products in North America, and Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC), which specializes in the clinical development and global registration of innovative healthcare solutions, particularly in the field of neuroscience.

📋 Description

• Support implementation and execution of publication plans for CNS assets • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define publication timelines, data prioritization, and congress/journal strategies • Lead the end-to-end development of publication deliverables, including abstracts, posters, and manuscripts • Ensure scientific accuracy, quality, and compliance with Good Publication Practices (GPP), ICMJE, and company SOPs • Contribute to integration of publications within broader scientific communication platforms (SCPs) • Identify opportunities to improve workflows and operational efficiency • Manage day-to-day interactions with publication vendors and medical writing partners • Provide direction, feedback, and review of vendor outputs • Support budget tracking, forecasting, and reconciliation for publication-related activities • Partner with Clinical Development, Global Integrated Evidence & Innovation, Medical Strategy, and Medical Communications teams • Ensure all publication activities adhere to internal SOPs, GPP, ICMJE, and applicable regulatory requirements • Maintain accurate documentation and support audit readiness

🎯 Requirements

• Advanced scientific or medical degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent) required • 7+ years of experience in Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, or Publications within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry • Experience supporting publication planning and execution for global or regional programs • CNS or related therapeutic area experience preferred • Experience working with external vendors and medical writers

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage • Company provided basic life • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance • Short-term and long-term disability insurance • Tuition reimbursement • Student loan assistance • A generous 401(k) match • Flexible time off • Paid holidays • Paid leave programs • Other company provided benefits