Associate Director - Global Scientific Communications (GSC) Publication Strategy & Execution

Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: January 1, 2026

Job Description:

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. The Associate Director is responsible for developing publication strategies and plans. The Associate Director will draw upon information from multiple internal and external sources to lead the asset team in developing SD strategic and tactical plans that ensure effective dissemination of scientific information. This is accomplished by collaborating, leading, and influencing medical leaders across Global Medical Affairs, Value Evidence & Outcomes (VEO), Global Clinical Development, Preclinical Development as well as commercial colleagues as appropriate. This also includes being a core member of the Launch Excellence Network and the GSC lead in the coordinated planning approach (IPA). The Associate Director develops, manages, and leverages these dynamic strategic plans in alignment with overall company-wide strategies for an asset or therapeutic area(s). Responsibilities: Scientific Disclosure Strategy Development Leads the development of the publication strategy for an asset or portfolio, providing effective and novel publication strategies for the team. Represents/presents publication Strategy/Plan to leadership and to others as applicable. Carefully studies and develops/maintains expertise on the publication environment (and other communication channels), including supervising congresses/journals and competitor publication strategies/activities within disease state/area of responsibility. Identifies gaps and opportunities for publications and provides recommendations to the team. Engages with customers, opinion leaders, patient advocacy groups, professional societies/medical associations, and publishers. Develops close, cross-functional relationships with development/medical affairs and other communications experts within Lilly. Collaborates and advises asset teams on publication strategy, planning, execution and standard methodologies for launches. Uses external and internal insights to identify emerging trends, needs, and requirements and to advise, develop, and refine GSC and Lilly launch and publication strategies. Uses strong strategic and analytical thinking to develop, defend, and implement publications strategic and tactical plans. Ensures consistency of regional/affiliate publication strategies. Identifies commonalities and drives for alignment across portfolio when indications overlap. Works independently to integrate input from senior management, resolve conflicting input, and incorporate multiple needs and strategies into a publication plan that is acceptable to all parties and aligned with industry guidelines. Portfolio Management/Delivery Responsible/accountable for management/delivery of overall book of work for assigned area. Develops and complete sourcing plans to ensure seamless delivery of asset plan and priorities. Collaborates with functional management/capabilities leadership to ensure alignment of business planning and operations, coordinating across and developing alliances with therapeutic areas, phases of development, and geographies. Adjusts work plan based on shifting priorities using effective change control. Leads and advises internal and external team members in achieving team goals. Identifies and resolves issues impacting delivery of work. Subject Matter Expert Leads development of new and emerging capabilities to support the efficiency of the GSC organization transformation Functions as expert on publication strategy, planning and execution, industry standards and guidelines, such as Good Publication Practices, ICMJE requirements, and PhRMA guidelines. Provides publications expertise to other publication professionals and respective product project. Analyzes and interprets new and updated industry guidelines for publication and disclosure of study results. Serves as a subject matter authority and represents publications on committees and task forces. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in scientific, health, communications, or technology related field 1 year experience in pharmaceutical medical writing or publication planning 1 year experience leading launch activities 1 year experience leading/mentoring others. 1 year experience in leading/handling a key part of portfolio or business process. Successful completion of writing exercise Additional Skills and Preferences: Advanced degree (MA/MS, PharmD, PhD) preferred. Expertise in publication guidelines and industry standards, including Good Publication Practices, ICMJE requirements, and PhRMA guidelines Strong communication skills, including extensive experience in writing, reviewing, and publishing scientific materials and the ability to appraise scientific literature and raw data critically for potential development of new publications. Possess strong strategic and analytical thinking to develop, defend, and implement publication strategic and tactical plans Experience with effective partnering in developing SD plans. Knowledge of scientific, statistical, and research principles and guidelines Knowledge of publication management software/tools Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $111,000 - $162,800 Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. WeAreLilly

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