The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Publication Lead for one of our prominent clients. This position is fully remote.
Associate Director / Director, Global Scientific Communications & Publications Lead
Client: Prominent global biopharma company
Location: 100% Remote
Contract: 12 months (possible extension or conversion)
Rate:
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Associate Director: $81–$107/hr
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Director: $110–$140/hr
Overview
We’re seeking accomplished Scientific Communications and Publications professionals to support Global Medical Affairs organization. Depending on experience, candidates will be considered for Associate Director or Director levels. Both roles are highly strategic and cross-functional, shaping publication strategy, governance, and operational excellence.
Associate Director – Global Scientific Communications Lead
Focuses on therapeutic area-level strategy and execution, partnering closely with Medical Affairs to drive publication and communication excellence.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead development and execution of global scientific communication and publication plans.Chair publication team meetings and workshops.
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Partner with external authors, journals, and vendors to ensure compliant, high-quality outputs (GPP, ICMJE).
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Manage vendors and oversee congress activities, booth content, symposia, and scientific materials.
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Develop scientific platforms and messaging across internal and external initiatives.
Qualifications
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Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or Master’s in biomedical field). 5–7+ years’ experience in medical affairs, publications, or communications within pharma/biotech.
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Strong understanding of publication processes, guidelines, and cross-functional collaboration.
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CMPP certification preferred.
Director – Global Publications Lead
Focuses on enterprise-level leadership, advancing Publication Center of Excellence (CoE) and global governance systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the Publication CoE to enhance global publication operations, standards, and systems.
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Serve as a subject matter expert on publication governance, compliance, and best practices.
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Partner across functions (Medical Affairs, Clinical, Global Evidence) to align strategy and execution.
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Drive process improvement, system optimization (iEnvision), and KPI reporting.
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Oversee vendor management, training, and knowledge sharing globally.
Qualifications
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Advanced degree strongly preferred; Bachelor’s in science/business required. 10+ years in pharma with 5+ years in publications or medical communications.
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Proven expertise in publication systems (iEnvision), governance, and global process improvement.
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Deep understanding of GPP 2022, ICMJE, COPE, CONSORT, PRISMA standards.