job summary: This role reports into the Global Medical Oncology team that is part of the Medical Specialty Care organization serving as a key strategic partner with commercial, regulatory, clinical, and market access on therapeutic solutions to support patients' needs. Within our Global Medical Oncology team, we are committed to advance transformative therapies to help improve outcomes and impact the lives of people living with many different types of cancer. location: Bridgewater, New Jersey job type: Contract salary: $102.00 - 105.42 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Doctorate responsibilities: Main responsibilities: - The Associate Director, Global Scientific Communications, Oncology is accountable to lead the strategy development and execution of scientific publications activities for Hematology/Oncology through engagement with key thought leaders in Oncology, and collaboration cross-functionally with Project teams, Regions, Clinical Development, and the broader Medical team. Involvement with publication's development may include reviewing manuscript drafts and collaborating with the therapy area publications lead to align the strategy on data dissemination. Key Responsibilities: - Become a subject matter expert and internal liaison for Oncology - Lead and manage the execution of the global publication plan strategy for Oncology, including presence at scientific congresses, with an understanding of how these activities support the overall Medical and Brand strategy - Generate Annual Publications plans in conjunction with the Project teams based on scientific and unmet medical needs - Understand and follow the various compliance policies in place for global and US publications and medical education activities - Manage external vendors/medical agencies assisting with medical content planning and execution, as well as manage budgets - Identify gaps in knowledge and areas for bringing competitive advantage through deeper partnerships and more systematic insight gathering qualifications: Education: - Advanced scientific or clinical degree in the life sciences (e.g. MD, Ph.D., Pharm.D.) Preferred Experience: - Medical / Scientific / Clinical background in Oncology - Demonstrated successful experience in Scientific Communications/Medical Affairs within Pharma / Biotech industry - Experience managing publication agencies - Budget and forecasting experience Technical skills: - Knowledge of industry guidelines pertaining to data dissemination (e.g., CONSORT, ICMJE, GPPs) and interactions with health care providers (e.g., PhRMA Code, AdvaMed guidelines) - Experience in supervising and managing medical writing tasks and tools, including electronic tools, including subcontracting medical writing tasks Soft skills: - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, thinks critically, and adheres to deadlines. - Demonstrate track record in building and maintaining a network of internal and external experts, experience in working across and building effective partnerships - Result orientation and ability to drive positive outcomes and impact through excellence in execution - Effective stakeholder management and ability to create powerful relationships and networks - Work effectively in a matrix environment, tactful and values teamwork and collaboration across functions - Excellence in solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues - Excellent communication skills both written and oral, including strong presentation skills - Ability to manage competing priorities and projects, requiring an excellent ability to prioritize and manage expectations - A "lifelong learner" who consistently seeks opportunities to learn - Absolute commitment to a culture that operates with high ethical standards and strives to exceed all goals and objectives - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal; comfortable and experienced in making presentations skills: GCP (Good Clinical Practice), Medical Information, Medical Publications Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.