About this opportunity
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.
Job Description
Lead Publications Teams in the execution of publication plans for assigned assets, and oversee the execution
of scientific publications (ie, clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations) that fulfill
strategic publication plan and scientific communications objectives for the asset. Ensure Publication Plan is in
alignment with the strategic publication plan as developed by the Scientific Communication Platform lead or
Medical Affairs plans as applicable. In partnership with the Publications Director ensure resources and
personnel are aligned and optimized to meet with needs of their therapeutic area. Provide managerial
oversight to staff members, including performance assessment, training and feedback, resolution of personnel
issues, and management of talent retention.
Responsibilities :
This role will report to the Director of Pub Execution to lead a team of publication managers. This role will lead, support, and develop a team by setting clear expectations, communicating priorities, and providing regular coaching and feedback. Hire and onboard employees as needed; support performance and career development; recognize contributions; and address performance or workplace concerns promptly and fairly. Foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative environment, and follow applicable company policies and people practices.
Serve as the leader of cross-functional Publications Team(s) for assigned assets, including leading team meetings/discussions and driving the execution of publication plans, incorporating input from key global stakeholders
Lead tactical execution of publication plans (ie, clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and oral presentations), meeting established timelines and budgets
Review all publications in assigned TA to ensure quality and alignment with Scientific Communication Platforms and supporting communications
Partner with the Scientific Communications Director to ensure seamless transfer of the scientific publications strategic plan and oversee pull-through to publication plan and supporting tactics
Partner with Publications Director to project and manage outsourcing budget and internal resource needs for assigned/assets
Provide managerial oversight to internal and external medical writers regarding assigned projects, ensuring a high-quality and timely work product and adherence to Publication Policy and associated Procedures
Provide direction to external vendors to effectively complete the execution of publication projects, within specified timelines, and ensure quality publication deliverables
Ensure all performance assessment responsibilities are achieved for direct reports. Provide training and feedback, resolve personnel issues, and manage talent retention for assigned staff
Address and resolve publications-related issues for assigned therapeutic areas and assets. Ensure project information in publication records and resourcing tools is accurate and up-to-date
Qualifications
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree required. PhD, PharmD, Master’s Degree preferred. Relevant professional certification/credential (eg, CMPP, AMWA) is a plus.
4-5 years of medical/scientific publications (or related) experience required. Pharmaceutical industry or related (eg, medical communication agency) experience required
Demonstrated abilities in a leadership capacity required
Ability to understand and interpret medical data require
Knowledge of product therapeutic area preferred; working knowledge of statistical concepts and techniques required
Knowledge of clinical/scientific publication structure, content, and quality. Knowledge of scientific publication regulations and best practices
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with demonstrated success in creating and delivering effective presentations to senior-level audiences
Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of the team to enable higher performance. Collaborative teamwork and leadership track record
Ability to form, maintain, and lead productive cross-functional working teams, including addressing issues that arise
Microsoft Office and Internet navigation proficiencies essential
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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How this role compares
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Salary context
119 of 428 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)
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Seniority mix
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Therapeutic area mix
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