Publication Lead Ophthalmology

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To lead and implement the Global Publications Strategy and Global Publications Plan for Bayer’s ophthalmology portfolio, based on data driven scientific themes. The ancillary tactical publication plan will ensure a comprehensive dissemination of pre-clinical, clinical and real world evidence data to all medical and scientific professionals involved in the development, utilization and incorporation of the product in the global research, utilization and daily clinical practice, all of which in turn contributes to the successful global commercialization and ongoing development of the product. This role will ensure the presentation and publication of Bayer clinical trial results in a manner compliant with Bayer's internal policies and procedures, Good Publications Practice and relevant international guidelines and regulations. Moreover the publication Lead ensures timely publication surveillance of external data.

Value added:

• Must possess the ability to interpret diverse scientific data and biostatistics to generate accurate, focused, relevant, noteworthy scientific publications that support the development and commercialization of global brands in Ophthalmology
• Must possess the proven ability and experience to develop the strategic platforms for publications plans, by assessing the product data, therapeutic category, commercial brand plan and clinical and real world evidence development plans
• Must possess the flexibility to cross multiple scientific disciplines and work simultaneously on multiple publications programs with diverse publications objectives and styles
• Must independently assess multiple and conflicting priorities to put into place procedures to ensure timely completion and publication
• Is required to function within a global matrix facilitating communication among marketing, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, and external partners to achieve common goals
• Needs to development effective working relationships with clinical investigators, thought leaders and journal editorial departments, gaining respect and trust through excellence in working collaboratively to develop publications that support the scientific themes centered presentation of product data to the medical community
• Accountable for the initiation, development, review, coordination and clearance of approximately 30 – 50 publications projects a year including journal manuscripts, Congress abstracts posters, oral presentations that support the commercialization and development of global brands in Ophthalmology
• Represents Bayer’s LIFE values to clinical investigators, thought leaders and external vendors through a commitment not only to excellence in the development of each publication but also to distinction in interpersonal relationships with each individual
• Ensure the surveillance of publication activity beyond Bayer
• Coordinate with Regions, Countries and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency of the execution of the publication plan.

Key Tasks:

• Develop and execute the Medical Affairs TA Ophthalmology publication strategy in accordance with the global strategy and reflect it in the Integrated Brand Plan (IBP) and ensure the timely presentation of data at key Congresses and rapid journal publication
• Initiate and lead cross-functional development of strategic publications planning platform with internal and external stakeholders
• Drive data analysis strategy with regard to Post-hocs by chairing PHACo (Post Hoc Analyses Committee), a cross functional committee that collaborates in identifying, evaluating, and developing Post Hoc Analysis in completed studies. This task requires highly developed skills in indirect leadership, driving collaboration and results. These Post Hoc Analyses will support a rapid data generation plan in line with the global publication strategy
• Follow, educate and implement all Good Publication Practice guidelines and Bayer Publications SOPs with internal departments, external authors and communications agencies, and ensure that all publications are reviewed through the Bayer DataVision system
• Ensure a smooth publication review process with the commercial partner(s) and defend Bayer’s position and tactical publications initiatives
• Support medical information, literature surveillance, congress surveillance and related activities
• Coordinate with regions and key countries to ensure alignment and transparency on local publication activities
• Manage publication budget and agency/agencies, and ensure that all vendors comply with Bayer operational guidelines regarding master services agreements, accounting practices, communications with physicians and documentation of service agreement.

WHO YOU ARE

• Advanced degree of PhD, MD, PharmD or MS in a scientific/medical discipline or equivalent
• Approximately 10 years’ experience in the development and execution of Global strategic publications plans within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry; preferably in Ophthalmology
• Proven ability to interpret scientific and clinical trial data and derive scientific themes from the findings and effectively communicate these findings in multiple publication formats and to diverse scientific and medical audiences
• Proven ability to think strategically and work cross functionally to develop strategies that enhance the value of the publications through effective communication of the scientific and clinical data working with Global research and development and through integrated communications themes working with Global Departments in health economics, market research, commercial, and market access
• Knowledge of the drug development process and its application to the strategic publication planning process
• Disease and therapeutic knowledge in Ophthalmology or the proven ability to quickly learn a new scientific discipline and apply this knowledge in interpreting data and developing publications
• Knowledge of Global roles within the pharmaceutical industry, and the ability to work effectively in a Global organization and with external partners
• Strong scientific writing and editing skills and knowledge of journal requirements and Congress guidelines for publications development and submission
• Thorough knowledge of Good Publication Practices, and proven ability to work effectively within these guidelines to ensure that all authors and vendors are in compliance
• Proven ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams, building effective working relationships and gaining consensus on publications initiatives
• Strong written and oral communications skills, with experience in developing and delivering power point presentations in developing and delivering power point presentations

We are looking forward to receiving your application by 30th May. Thank you!

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