Communications Specialist II, Scientific Publications

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Job Location (Full Address) :

265 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening : Worker Subtype :

Regular

Time Type : Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department :

400980 Neuro-Ctr Health & Tech / Admin

Work Shift :

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range : UR URG 110

Compensation Range :

$60,431.00 - $84,603.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries / hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities : GENERAL PURPOSE

The CHeT Communication Specialist II is responsible for the creation, development, and management of a wide range of scientific and medical documents in support of clinical, regulatory, and collaborative functions across CHeT. Ensures accuracy, clarity, and alignment of content with applicable guidelines and internal standards. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to produce high-quality materials for scientific and professional audiences. Manages timelines and deliverables across multiple projects and therapeutic areas, while maintaining compliance with medical writing standards and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develops and authors a variety of scientific documents including clinical study reports (CSRs), investigator brochures, protocols, abstracts, manuscripts, regulatory submissions, slide decks, and other materials for internal and external dissemination.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams and divisions throughout CHeT and the University of Rochester to ensure scientific accuracy, consistency, and adherence to timelines.

Ensures all content complies with applicable guidelines such as ICH, GCP, and AMA Manual of Style, as well as University of Rochester policies, branding, and messaging standards.

Synthesizes complex scientific and clinical data into clear, compelling narratives suitable for a range of audiences, including healthcare professionals, regulatory agencies, and the scientific community.

Conducts thorough literature reviews and reference checks to support scientific content and provide up-to-date contextual framing of clinical data.

Manages document timelines, project workflows, and version control to ensure deliverables are completed efficiently and accurately.

Participates in strategic publication planning and contributes to the development and execution of publication plans across therapeutic areas.

Provides input into processes and best practices for medical writing, including template development, style guides, and review procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in life sciences, health sciences, or related field Required

Advanced degree (MS, MPH, PhD, PharmD) Preferred

3 years of experience in medical writing, preferably in clinical research, pharmaceutical, or academic setting or equivalent combination of education and experience Required

Experience in a healthcare, academic medical center, or regulatory setting Preferred

3 years of experience in medical writing, preferably in clinical research, pharmaceutical, or academic setting or equivalent combination of education and experience Required

Experience in a healthcare, academic medical center, or regulatory setting Preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent communication skills, with a strong command of English grammar and scientific terminology Required

Proficiency in interpreting clinical trial data and writing in compliance with regulatory and scientific standards Required

Familiarity with referencing tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero) and document management systems Required

Knowledge of relevant guidelines (e.g., ICH E3, CONSORT, GPP) and publication practices required Required

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyRequired

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