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Publication Writer

2+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Oct. 16, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to improve lives around the world. As a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our employees strive to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, enhance disease understanding and management, and give back to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We prioritize excellence in our work and focus on people. We’re seeking individuals committed to making a positive impact on global health.

Position: Scientific Publications Specialist

Purpose:

Scientific data and information are vital assets for Lilly. Providing balanced, objective, and accurate information to regulators, the scientific community, healthcare professionals, payers, and patients throughout the drug development lifecycle is fundamental to our mission.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams to prepare scientific publications, including abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and presentations.

Primary Responsibilities:

  1. Content Strategy and Document Management:

    • Collect and evaluate data and input from various sources to create a cohesive content strategy for writing projects.
    • Plan, write, edit, review, and finalize publications of scientific data in peer-reviewed journals and forums.
    • Conduct effective kickoff meetings to align the authoring team and clarify expectations.
    • Build scientifically sound rationales for complex documents, ensuring clarity and accuracy in data presentation.
    • Coordinate expert reviews, incorporate feedback, and prepare final versions of documents.
    • Ensure quality checks for accuracy and negotiate timelines and content changes with team members.
    • Advocate for appropriate authorship criteria on all relevant work products.
    • Collaborate with internal and external speakers to develop presentations.
  2. Project and Stakeholder Management:

    • Lead the writing process and apply effective project management skills to ensure timely completion of high-quality scientific publications.
    • Develop credible project timelines and proactively address delivery risks.
    • Communicate project status effectively to stakeholders and escalate issues as needed.
  3. Knowledge and Skills Development:

    • Enhance your therapeutic area knowledge, including disease states and compounds relevant to your projects.
    • Stay updated on publication guidelines and evolving scientific communication skills.
    • Be flexible in working across various document types and therapeutic areas based on project assignments.
  4. Knowledge Sharing:

    • Provide coaching and technical guidance to colleagues.
    • Share best practices and contribute to process improvements.
    • Utilize database and document management systems effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in a scientific field.
  • Experience in writing scientific publications.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Successful completion of a writing exercise (required as part of the candidate evaluation process).

Additional Preferences:

  • Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, MA, MBBS) in relevant fields such as health economics, epidemiology, or public health.
  • Expertise in health outcomes, communications, and clinical development.
  • Mastery of verbal and written English in medical and scientific writing.
  • Relevant experience in clinical research, health outcomes research, or regulatory activities.
  • Demonstrated project and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in computer skills (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, presentations).

Lilly is dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunities in the hiring process. If you require accommodation to submit a resume, please complete the accommodation request form here. This form is for accommodation requests only; other inquiries will not receive a response.

Lilly does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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