Director, Publications Lead

Kal Vista is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to delivering life-changing oral therapies for individuals affected by rare diseases with significant unmet needs. The Kal Vista team discovered and developed EKTERLY®—the first and only oral on-demand treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE)—and continues to work closely with the global HAE community to improve treatment and care for this disease around the world.

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The Publications Lead is a critical role within the broader Scientific Communications Team, which is made up of Publications, Medical Communications, Medical Congresses & Training, and Medical Information Teams. This role will report to the Head of Scientific Communications and is responsible for the development and execution of publication strategy and tactics across pipeline and marketed assets and for leading the Publications Team.

This role requires working collaboratively with Evidence Generation, HEOR, Clinical Development, R&D, Regulatory, and Regional and Global Medical and Commercial Teams to ensure high-quality, strategically aligned, and impactful scientific communication. The ideal candidate is an experienced publications professional, effective writer, strategic and forward-thinking scientific leader who has deep knowledge of good publications practices with substantial experience supporting both marketed and pipeline assets.

This individual must excel at medical writing, publication processes, cross‑functional alignment, communication skills, and team management.

• Develop an impactful Publication Plan for pipeline and marketed assets
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the Publication Plan with internal and external stakeholders
• Pull through communication objectives beyond publications by collaborating with the broader Scientific Communications Team
• Lead the Publications Team to ensure timely delivery of high-quality publications

• Lead the development and successful execution of the annual Publication Plan, translating strategic priorities and action‑oriented objectives into publication deliverables
• Establish and maintain strategic alignment across cross‑functional partners, ensuring harmonized and compliant publication planning aligned with SOPs, GPP, and ICMJE guidelines
• Drive cross‑functional publication planning meetings, including the annual Publication Strategy Workshop and monthly Publication Strategy & Planning Meetings
• Integrate emerging clinical data, trial milestones, regulatory updates, and scientific insights to adjust publication priorities in real time
• Identify opportunities to enhance scientific impact through digital, omnichannel, and innovative communication strategies
• Write, review, and approve publications in accordance with Publication SOPs
• Oversee execution of Publication Plan to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance
• Cultivate strong relationships with key opinion leaders (academic institutions, professional societies, patient advocacy groups) to support scientific exchange
• Provide presenting‑author training for congress deliverables
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing Publications Team
• Oversee publication‑related vendor partnerships, budget, and contracts
• Support publication‑related training for the broader Medical Affairs organization
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to publication timelines, quality, compliance, stakeholder satisfaction, and scientific impact
• Contribute to the broader Scientific Communication Plan
• Maintain expertise in industry trends, best practices, and emerging innovations in scientific publications

• Advanced degree required:
  MD, Pharm
  
  D, PhD, or equivalent
• 10+ years of experience in medical writing, publication planning, or medical communications within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agency, or academic environments
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in Medical Affairs

• Strong understanding of EMA, FDA, OIG, GPP, ICMJE and medical publication…