Publications Lead (100% Remote)

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is looking for a “Publications Lead (100% Remote)”. Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility of Extension) Pay Rate: $102/hr on W2 Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick leave(as per state policy) Responsible for leading and executing scientific publication activities across cell therapy programs within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology organization. Manages end-to-end publication development, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations, while ensuring scientific quality, compliance, and timely delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead publication planning and execution across manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations. Manage publications from initial planning through submission and post-publication activities. Coordinate with Medical Affairs, Clinical, HEOR, investigators, authors, and external experts. Oversee medical writing agencies, review deliverables, and manage timelines and risks. Maintain publication trackers, calendars, and documentation. Ensure compliance with ICMJE, GPP, and internal publication policies. Support multiple therapeutic programs and take ownership of ongoing projects with minimal onboarding. Required Qualifications Advanced degree in Life Sciences: PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc. 5–7+ years of medical publications experience within pharma or biotech. Strong knowledge of ICMJE and GPP publication guidelines. Experience managing publication projects, external vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders. Excellent project management, prioritization, communication, and attention to detail. If interested, please send us your updated resume at hr@dawarconsulting.com/akansha@dawarconsulting.com