Senior Director, Publications-Oncology Job at Guardant Health, Palo Alto, CA

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  • Guardant Health
  • Palo Alto, CA

Job Description



Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on helping conquer cancer globally through use of its proprietary tests, vast data sets and advanced analytics. The Guardant Health oncology platform leverages capabilities to drive commercial adoption, improve patient clinical outcomes and lower healthcare costs across all stages of the cancer care continuum. Guardant Health has commercially launched Guardant360®, Guardant360 CDx, Guardant360 TissueNext™, Guardant360 Response™, and GuardantOMNI® tests for advanced stage cancer patients, and Guardant Reveal™ for early-stage cancer patients. The Guardant Health screening portfolio, including the Shield™ test, aims to address the needs of individuals eligible for cancer screening.

Job Description




The Senior Director, Medical Affairs Publications, Oncology is responsible for developing and executing the global publication strategy to support the company's oncology genomics portfolio. This role will oversee the creation, dissemination, and management of scientific and clinical publications, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements. This role will also work closely with VP of Clinical Development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in medical writing, publication planning, and oncology genomics. 

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive global publication strategy for the GH oncology genomics diagnostics portfolio.
  • Align publication strategies with overall business objectives, regulatory requirements, and market needs.
  • Identify key data and insights for publication to support product differentiation and market access.
  • Oversee the planning, development, and submission of high-quality scientific and clinical publications, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations.
  • Manage the publication process from concept through submission and publication, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical development, medical affairs, regulatory affairs, and marketing, to identify and prioritize publication opportunities.
  • Ensure consistent and accurate communication of scientific data and clinical findings across all publications.
  • Develop and maintain key messages and narratives to support the oncology genomics diagnostics portfolio.
  • Review and approve scientific content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), authors, and external experts in oncology genomics.
  • Facilitate collaboration with external partners, including academic institutions, research organizations, and publication agencies.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing publications team.
  • Foster a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Manage the publications budget and resources effectively.
  • Ensure all publication activities comply with industry guidelines (e.g., ICMJE, GPP) and company policies.
  • Implement best practices for publication planning and management, including use of publication management tools and systems.
  • Monitor and report on publication metrics and outcomes to senior leadership.

 

 

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline, such as oncology, genomics, or molecular biology.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in medical writing and publication planning, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the oncology or genomics field.
  • Proven track record of developing and executing successful publication strategies.
  • Extensive experience in writing and managing scientific and clinical publications.
  • Deep expertise in oncology and genomics, with a strong understanding of the current landscape and emerging trends.
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific information clearly and accurately.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in publication management tools and systems.

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Additional Information



Hybrid Work Model : At Guardant Health, we have defined days for in-person/onsite collaboration and work-from-home days for individual-focused time. All U.S. employees who live within 50 miles of a Guardant facility will be required to be onsite on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. We have found aligning our scheduled in-office days allows our teams to do the best work and creates the focused thinking time our innovative work requires. At Guardant, our work model has created flexibility for better work-life balance while keeping teams connected to advance our science for our patients.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $220,000 to $297,000. The range does not include benefits, and if applicable, bonus, commission, or equity.  The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries across all US locations for the posted role with the exception of any locations specifically referenced below (if any).

Employee may be required to lift routine office supplies and use office equipment. Majority of the work is performed in a desk/office environment; however, there may be exposure to high noise levels, fumes, and biohazard material in the laboratory environment. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Guardant Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our hiring processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, mental health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need support, please reach out to  Peopleteam@guardanthealth.com

Guardant Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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