Publications Specialist

As a member of the Publications Management Team (PMT), the Publications Specialist (Senior Manager level) is primarily responsible for managing the development and execution of global publication plans for multiple products across various therapeutic areas. This role supports Scientific Publication Committees (SPCs), provides expertise on Pfizer publication policies, industry standards, and best practices, and oversees SPC budgets and vendors. A strong understanding of external publication guidelines and recommendations is required. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about current trends in scientific publishing and demonstrates a commitment to integrity, transparency, and quality. The Publications Specialist identifies opportunities to enhance processes, promotes consistent application of publication standards and policies, and helps ensure publication activities are conducted in accordance with internal requirements and external guidelines. This role operates with a high degree of independence and collaborates closely with colleagues across functions, geographies, and external partner organizations to support Pfizer's purpose of delivering breakthroughs that change patients' lives and to demonstrate Pfizer's values of Courage, Excellence, Equity, and Joy. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for execution of publication policy and process standards and communication of any policy and process changes, in collaboration with Publication Team Management and Legal • Provides training and ongoing consultation to SPCs regarding publication policies, requirements, and guidelines • Supports SPCs with publication planning and execution • Coordinates the development of product publication plans within the established business planning cycle, applying publication planning experience and product knowledge to support informed planning and decision-making • Serves as a consultant to the SPC on the selection of appropriate journals and congresses for scientific data submission • Reviews contracts to ensure appropriate disclosures are applied and upholds transparency standards under the Sunshine Act • Monitors and evaluates overall publication plan goals and objectives and makes recommendations for improvements where needed • Works closely with the Medical leads of each SPC to ensure successful development and execution of the publication plan • Identifies and drives metrics, process improvement, and sharing of best practices to further enhance the efficiency of the publication processes • Establishes and manages assigned product publication budgets. Partners with Operations and Finance to maintain/monitor publication budget forecasts • Collaborates with Pfizer Procurement regarding vendor selection, contracting and ongoing monitoring of vendor relationships • Works in a vendor-facing role to communicate key information and requirements to publication agencies • Works with publication agencies to educate them on established Pfizer publication policies and procedures • Takes a lead role with vendors in facilitating issue resolution • Maintains expertise in Pfizer's publication management system, providing guidance and support to publication agencies, SPC members, and cross-functional stakeholders to facilitate accurate record management and efficient publication execution • Leverages approved technologies, including AI-enabled tools where appropriate, to enhance publication planning, operational efficiency, quality, and compliance • Respectfully challenges practices, decisions or ideas to uphold integrity and ethical standards. Once decisions are made, fully supports and implements agreed upon courses of actions • May engage with external professional and industry members to advance the profession   QUALIFICATIONS • Experien