Publications Lead (Contractor)

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Publications Lead (Contractor) for a prominent client of ours. This position is 100% Remote. Details for the position are as follows: Duration: 7 months, potential extensions Pay rate: $45/hr. Location: Remote Therapeutic area: Cell Therapy Job Description: The Publications Lead (Contractor) supports the delivery of scientific publications across one or more therapeutic areas during a high-priority period. This role works alongside existing Publications Leads to provide additional leadership, executional support, and flexibility across the portfolio. The position is suited for an experienced publications professional who can quickly embed within the team, independently manage key deliverables, and flex across priorities as needed to ensure timely, high-quality scientific communication. Flexible Publication Leadership Partner with existing Publications Leads to support delivery of publication plans across priority programs Step in to lead specific publications, workstreams, or assets as needed Provide additional bandwidth during peak periods (e.g., congress timelines, key data readouts) End-to-End Publication Execution Lead development and execution of manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations Manage publication lifecycle from planning through submission and post-publication activities Ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs aligned with agreed timelines Track publication milestones and maintain publication trackers and calendars Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Medical Affairs, Clinical, HEOR, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment Interface with authors, investigators, and external experts Support publication planning discussions and decision-making as needed Vendor & Project Oversight Provide direction to medical writing agencies and review deliverables for scientific quality Manage timelines, risks, and competing priorities across multiple deliverables Ensure efficient execution across internal teams and external partners Compliance & Quality Ensure all publications adhere to ICMJE, GPP, and internal policies Maintain scientific rigor and accuracy across all outputs Support audit-ready documentation and adherence to publication processes Adaptive Support Across the Portfolio Flex across therapeutic areas, assets, or deliverables based on evolving business needs Pick up in-flight projects or support areas requiring additional focus Help maintain continuity and momentum across publication activities Qualifications: Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MSc) in life sciences 5-7+ years of experience in medical publications within pharma/biotech Strong knowledge of publication guidelines (ICMJE, GPP) By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Privacy Policy #LI-AL1 The Fountain Group