Purpose and Scope

The Scientific Publications Lead I is accountable for leading the dissemination of Astellas-sponsored research through congress presentations, manuscripts, and publication extenders that support healthcare skilled information needs and advance patient care. As a core member of a brand-specific Evidence Dissemination Value Team, and under the guidance of a Scientific Publications Lead II/ III, the role aligns evidence dissemination activities with brand strategy and integrated evidence dissemination plans. The role's unique accountability is ensuring the development and delivery of scientifically accurate, balanced, and impactful scientific publications that effectively communicate data to healthcare professionals. Through strategic planning, content leadership, and governance oversight, the role enables the timely and compliant dissemination of scientific publications that supports informed clinical decision-making and maximizes the value of Astellas research.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

- Strategic Publication Planning: Accountable for supporting the development of publication plans aligned with brand objectives, evidence generation plans and timelines, and stakeholder and customer needs, ensuring scientific evidence is disseminated effectively and at the right time.
- Scientific Publication Content Ownership: Accountable for delivering scientifically rigorous and impactful publications that translate clinical evidence into clear and credible scientific communications, aligned with author direction, stakeholder needs, and brand strategy.
- Publication Governance Compliance: Accountable for ensuring the integrity and compliance of scientific publications by overseeing publication governance processes and ensuring content meets Astellas standards, external publication requirements, and documentation expectations.
- Stakeholder Partner Leadership:



Accountable for aligning internal and external stakeholders involved in scientific publication activities by collaborating and resolving issues that may impact the quality, timeliness, or effectiveness of scientific publication plans.
- Outcome Impact Metrics: Accountable for monitoring publication performance and assessing outcome and impact metrics to identify opportunities to enhance the effectiveness, reach, and value of scientific communications.

Required Qualifications

- PharmD or PhD in a life science or healthcare-related field, with preference for PharmD, Pharmacist, PhD or MD
- 2+ years experience Scientific Publication / Medical Communication role
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific and clinical data into explicit, credible, and impactful scientific communications
- Strong understanding of scientific publication standards, publication ethics, and non-promotional communication requirements
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and external stakeholder groups to achieve shared objectives.
- Strong strategic thinking, project leadership, and prioritization capabilities in complex scientific or medical environments.
- Knowledge of clinical, preclinical, health economic and outcomes research and interpretation of scientific and clinical data to support scientific publication decisions
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance

Preferred Qualifications

- PhD, PharmD, MD
- Experience and/or knowledge of Astellas relevant therapeutic areas
- Experience and/or knowledge of Agile ways of working
- Line Managerial, mentoring or people leadership experience
- Experience with use of gen AI for content generation

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