[Hiring] Associate Director, Medical Content and Publications @Nuvation Bio

Role Description

The Associate Director, Medical Content and Publications will be responsible for using their scientific and medical writing expertise to develop and deliver quality medical content projects and publications. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced medical writer seeking professional growth and progression within the biotech space. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong scientific acumen, be adept at cross-functional and external stakeholder collaboration, have strong scientific writing skills, and demonstrate proficiency in project management.

This individual, under direction of the Director, Publications and Medical Strategy, will act as the medical writer for abstract submissions, congress presentations, and journal articles supporting lung cancer and glioma. They will execute internal and external author reviews and submissions to congresses and/or journals, following all internal SOPs and adhering to Good Publication Practices. This individual will need to be familiar with ICMJE/GPP guidelines and current publication ethics standards. This position will play a leading role in shaping how the team uses AI responsibly in content creation.

• Support the development of highly credible scientific content for congress presentations and peer-reviewed publications
• Develop high-quality scientific content including medical slide decks, scientific narratives, advisory board materials, literature summaries, and medical FAQ documents
• Serve as a strategic contributor to the team's publications and AI strategy
• Monitor and advise on trends in how healthcare providers and other stakeholders use AI/LLM tools
• Support strategies to ensure company scientific content is accurately represented when accessed via AI tools
• Stay current on evolving guidance from ICMJE, GPP, and journal/publisher policies
• Bring forward-looking, big-picture thinking to how AI reshapes publication planning and medical content strategy
• Work closely with Medical Strategy to ensure alignment of content with core scientific narrative
• Lead multiple projects at once and ensure work is developed and delivered on time
• Demonstrate a high level of comfort articulating scientific and therapeutic information in lung cancer and neuro-oncology
• Actively support new business opportunities by researching scientific literature
• Contribute to additional scientific communications initiatives as the pipeline evolves

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD) in a medical or science-related specialty, although significant experience in the medical writing field may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree
• 3+ years in medical communications agency, biotech, or pharma required
• Experience in medical writing, content creation, or medical communications required
• Lung or neuro-oncology experience highly desired; oncology experience required
• Knowledge of ICMJE/GPP guidelines and current industry standards for compliant use of AI
• Ability to work independently with strong sense of accountability
• Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and sense of urgency
• Familiarity with publications review systems is preferred
• Ability to travel to Nuvation Bio Headquarters and professional congresses as appropriate (<20%)

Behavioral skills to be successful

• Problem-Solver: Eager to apply expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies and recommending solutions
• Personable: Establish and nurture effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Credible: Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support
• Emotional intelligence: Curiosity and a knack for building something better
• Communication: Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas
• Accountability: Acts with a clear sense of ownership and holds others accountable
• Adaptability: Can manage in an environment of ambiguity and embraces change

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary, Bonus, and Equity Plans
• Unlimited Vacation and 10 Sick Days Annually
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Company Matching
• And much more!