Global Publication Lead, Medical Affairs (Parma, IT)

About us

Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

Air and Care Franchise 

Within the three Business Units ( Discover more here ), Air and Care Franchises are responsible for the development and implementation of the Therapeutic Area Strategies. Each Franchise is organized by stage of development with fully empowered and enhanced teams of: Pipeline Development Team - focused on delivering innovation and programs leadership accountabilities in close collaboration with R&D, Commercial Portfolio Management Team - focused on maximizing the benefit for the patients and the full potential of marketed / close-to-launch assets, including Life Cycle Management strategies.

Air and Care Franchises are also supported by the Global Medical Affairs and Global Value & Access functions.

Who we are looking for

This is what you will do

The Global Publication Lead is responsible for defining and executing the global publication strategy and tactical publication plan for all global studies or all studies run by affiliates with a global impact, included in the Global Integrated Evidence Generation Plans (iEGPs).

The role ensures timely, compliant, and impactful dissemination of scientific data through international congress presentations and international peer reviewed publications, aligned with the overall medical and commercial strategy of the products at global level and for the prioritized geographies.

You will be responsible for

Key Duties and Responsibilities:     

Publication Strategy & Planning

Define the overall global publication strategy across the Evidence Generation Plan in alignment with Global Medical Affairs and product strategies

Develop and maintain global integrated publication plans for each study run by global functions as part of IEGP including subanalyses, post hoc analyses, pooled data analyses etc of studies conducted by GMA or Global Clinical Development

Prioritize data dissemination opportunities based on: Scientific value and novelty of data; Product lifecycle stage; Medical and commercial strategic needs; Geographic relevance and priorities

Congress & Abstract Strategy

Identify and recommend target international scientific congresses and coordinates affiliates activity in terms of targeting national congresses with “anchor” abstracts

Oversee global abstract planning, submission timelines, and approvals

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure scientific consistency and strategic positioning of congress deliverables

Manuscript & Journal Strategy

Define manuscript strategy for each study, including:

Primary, secondary, and exploratory publications

Target international journals (tiered approach based on impact factor, audience, and geography)

Recommend appropriate international journals depending on the data and strategic objectives and geographical scope

Oversee the writing, review, submission, revision, and publication process for manuscripts

Manage relationships with external medical writers and publication vendors, where applicable

The person will:

work in close partnership with Global Evidence Generation and medical leads / managers, Global Clinical Development functions (incl. Statistics and data managers), GVA team, global commercial team

ensure alignment between publication plans and Evidence Generation priorities, medical strategies, product and indication strategies, geographic scope and priorities

act as the central publication point of contact for EGP related studies

ensure all publication activities comply with company policies and SOPs, GPP (Good Publication Practice) guidelines, authorship and disclosure requirements, regulatory and ethical standards, will support and follow the approval workflows

monitor progress, timelines, and deliverables across all EGP publications 

You will need to have

Advanced degree preferred: MD, PhD, PharmD, or MSc in life sciences or a related field.

2+ years of experience in similar role in pharmaceutical companies.

Strong knowledge of scientific congress landscape, peer reviewed journals, publication ethics and compliance standards

Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate data into impactful publication plans.

Excellent understanding of clinical development and evidence generation.

Ability to balance scientific rigor with strategic business needs.

Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Project management capability with excellent attention to detail and timelines.

Fluent in English (oral and written communication)

We would prefer for you to have

Experience working in Global Medical Affairs functions

Exposure to respiratory area

Location

The role can be based in the HQ in Italy or in one of Chiesi affiliates in Europe

Compensation Range (package applied for role based in Italy)

The minimum salary for this role is  €67.120,  aligned to our established salary framework. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

This role is eligible to participate in an annual bonus scheme, subject to company and individual performance

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including   pension, private medical insurance, wellbeing programme, flexible benefits programme.

The package outlined above is based on the role being located in Italy. Where the role is offered in a different country, the applicable salary, bonus and benefits will be aligned to the relevant local market and internal frameworks. Full details of the applicable package will be provided at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

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