Associate, Global Scientific Publications, Ophthalmology
About Astellas:
At Astellas, we can offer an inspiring place to work and a chance to make your mark in doing good for others.
Our expertise, science and technology make us a pharma company. Our open and progressive culture is what makes us Astellas. It’s a culture of doing good for others and contributing to a sustainable society.
Delivering meaningful differences for patients is our driving force. We all have a significant opportunity to make that difference, working locally in the areas we know best, whilst drawing inspiration from the different insights and expertise we have access to globally and from our innovative, external partners.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
Our ethos is underpinned by the Astellas Way, comprising five core values: patient focus; ownership; results; openness and integrity.
We are proud to offer an inclusive and respectful working environment that fosters collaboration and ownership.
Our aspiration is to bring the best brains together, to provide them with world-leading tools and resources and a unique structure that fosters real agility and entrepreneurial spirit.
About This Job:
This is an exciting opportunity to become a key team member of the Scientific Publication Team and work within a matrix environment to support development of globally aligned publication plans and publication activities for assigned products.
You will be responsible for supporting data dissemination through the development of publications that extend medical community and patient knowledge of Astellas products, therapy areas and business.
You will be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients.
Hybrid Working:
At Astellas, we recognise that our employees enjoy having a balance between their professional and home lives. We are proud of our hybrid approach which empowers you to have flexibility on whether to work from home or in the office.
Key Activities for this role:
- Work under the direction of the Lead and/or Head of Scientific Publications supporting translation of medical strategies and objectives into actionable publication plans for assigned products.
- Apply good publication practices to daily activities, including execution of publication plans and ensuring appropriate documentation per the Global Publications SOP (Standard Operating Procedure).
- Manage vendors to execute publications effectively and efficiently according to the Global Publications Policy, SOP and good publication practices.
- Support achievement of budget objectives and project goals within department priorities.
- Foster collaborative relationships with academic and clinical experts, publishers, medical associations, and other relevant stakeholder groups.
- Demonstrate understanding of disease area, medical strategies and objectives required to provide input to leaders on matters related to publication planning and data disclosure.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
- Previous experience in the healthcare or related industry (such as academic or clinical research, medical or technical writing experience).
- Ability to apply good publication practices and guidelines (e.g., company policy and SOPs, ICMJE, GPP3, IFPMA and Pharma Code of Conduct, Sunshine Act, and European Transparency and Privacy Laws) to development of publications.
- Demonstrated capability in medical or technical writing, editing and review, with good attention to detail.
- Ability to develop working knowledge and familiarity with publication management tools and systems.
Preferred Knowledge & Experience:
- Experience with managing vendors.
- Understanding of clinical trial design and execution, statistical methods and clinical trial data reporting requirements.
- Past scientific experience in relevant therapeutic area.
Educations/Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree in a scientific or medical discipline (such as PharmD, PhD, MD) or equivalent.
Additional Information:
- This is a permanent, full-time position.
- This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1 day per quarter in our Addlestone office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
What We Offer:
- A challenging and diversified job in an international setting.
- Opportunity and support for continuous development.
- Inspiring work climate.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.