Director, Scientific Publications

Job Title: Director, Scientific PublicationsLocation: Boston, MA

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. 

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. 

Introduction to Role:The Director, Scientific Publications is responsible for the development of high-quality clinical publications and reviews for investigational pipeline products in Oncology R&D.  In addition, the Director will be responsible for the development and delivery of strategic Publication Plans for pipeline assets. The Director will also have the opportunity to lead cross-functional publication teams, ensure publication plans align with project and overall Oncology R&D strategy, and ensure that these partnerships are successful and that plans represent a transparent and fair balanced communication of data.  

Accountabilities:

• Leads the cross-functional team responsible for the publication development process to deliver high-quality publication.  Effectively collaborates with key partners and ensures compliance with internal and external publication guidelines. 

• Leads the cross-functional team to deliver strategic publications plans that are aligned with project strategy.  

• Accountable for managing 3rd-party providers in the delivery of defined publications activity, ensuring quality and delivery standards are adhered to 

• Develops and ensures that strategically aligned scientific communication points are delivered and that statements and conclusions in publications are accurate and supported by appropriate data. 

• Uses subject matter expertise to provide publications insight to partners, collaborators, and more junior team members 

• Provides on-site support at key scientific congresses and meetings. 

• Ensures the high quality and transparency of publications by maintaining/promoting familiarity with ICMJE, GPP3, CONSORT, AMA, and other external standards as well as AstraZeneca publication policies and procedures.  

Essential Skills/Experience:

• PhD, PharmD, MD or advanced scientific degree in a biomedical field with proven scientific and/or publications expertise 

• 5+ years of experience in medical communications/publications in pharmaceutical/biotech industry, medical communications agency, CRO, publishing, or academic setting with equivalent work experience required 

• Proven track record of collaborative and consultative cross-matrix abilities 

• The ability to appreciate and work within a large strategic framework, while maintaining strong attention to detail and compliance to global publications ethical standards and company publications policy and SOPs  

• Ability to understand and adhere to good publication practices and relevant guidelines on and scientific data communication, such as ICMJE, GPP3, company policy and SOPs

• Detailed working knowledge and understanding of publication strategy and planning 

• Previous experience with management of contract resources/vendors 

• Demonstrated ability and flexibility to prioritize while supporting multiple projects, dealing effectively with change and ambiguity 

• Broad understanding of drug development process 

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with external experts, investigators, journal editors and publishers and professional bodies 

• Working knowledge of Datavision publication management systems 

• Demonstrated ability to mentor others during the flow of work 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) required 

• Solid understanding of publication management databases (iEnvision, Datavision)  

Essential Skills/Experience:

• AMWA, BELS, and/or ISMPP (CMPP) certification 

• Background in biologics and/or previous experience in oncology products 

• Previous experience writing and editing peer-reviewed clinical publications highly desirable 

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Total Rewards:

If in a Pay Transparent State

• (Current: Maryland (Gaithersberg), California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Washington DC)
• (Upcoming: Illinois & Minnesota (January 1, 2025), Vermont (July 1, 2025), Massachusetts (July 31, 2025)
• Virginia as of July 1, 2026 AND Maine July 31st, 2026

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $XXX,XXX to $XXX,XXX.  Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Pay Transparency Verbiage:

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $XX to $XX [TAq Partner will express compensation range as 80% - 120% of the role’s MRP, either as an annual base pay or as the hourly rate (annual salary divided by 2080 hours)]. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

If in Massachusetts  (Waltham, Boston)

As AstraZeneca continues to put patients at the forefront of our mission, we are excited for our move to Kendall Square/Cambridge in 2026. Find out more information here: Kendall Square Press Release

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.

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Date Posted

14-Sept-2026

Closing Date

01-Oct-2026

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