What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Program Publications Specialist position at Parexel?
Join Our Medical Communications Team at Parexel as a Senior Program Specialist (Publications)
Are you a seasoned project manager or account manager with experience in medical communications—particularly in publications? We’re seeking a Senior Program Specialist to lead the execution of complex, multidisciplinary publication programs while driving excellence across cross-functional teams. This is a full-time, remote position that may require occasional travel.
This is a full time remote position. Candidates need to work out of Canada or the continental United States.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Program Specialist, functioning as a program/project manager you will:
- Lead and facilitate program/project kick-off meetings, establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations across internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, delivery schedules, and tracking systems to ensure timely, high-quality execution.
- Maintain proactive communication with clients, faculty, and internal teams, serving as the key point of contact for project status updates and issue resolution.
- Monitor budgets, timelines, and deliverables, identifying risks and resolving issues promptly to keep projects on track and within scope.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to define project scope, staffing requirements, and implementation strategies, raising concerns and adjusting plans as needed.
- Support proposal development and budgeting processes, contributing to program specifications, cost assessments, and implementation planning.
- Champion best practices in communication, process efficiency, and team collaboration, continuously identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
- Ensure alignment with strategic goals and product messaging, working closely with Account Managers/Directors and functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.
What You Bring
- Must have 5 years experience in medical communications project management, (Publications).
- Proven ability to lead teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Strong organizational, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and database tools.
- iEnvision experience is required.
- Familiarity with publication guidelines (e.g. ICMJE).
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in Business or Life Sciences.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Be part of a collaborative and innovative team.
- Work on impactful healthcare and scientific programs.
- Enjoy a flexible work environment with growth opportunities.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and bring your expertise to a team that values excellence, innovation, and collaboration.
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