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The role leads publication strategy and execution while contributing to broader medical affairs ... Lead or direct writing, review, and refinement of manuscripts, congress materials, scientific ...

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How much do publication director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for publication director in the United States is $120,208.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $175,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a publication director do?

A Publication Director oversees the overall editorial direction, production, and distribution of a publication, such as a magazine, journal, or online media outlet. Their responsibilities include developing content strategies, managing editorial staff, ensuring high-quality standards, and maintaining the publication's brand and voice. They often collaborate with other departments like marketing and sales to align content with business goals. Ultimately, the Publication Director ensures that the publication meets its objectives and reaches its target audience effectively.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a publication director?

To thrive as a Publication Director, you need expertise in editorial management, publishing processes, and content strategy, often supported by a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), digital publishing platforms, and industry-standard style guides is vital. Strong leadership, project management, and interpersonal communication skills help guide teams and foster collaboration across departments. These skills are crucial for ensuring high-quality publications, meeting deadlines, and maintaining the publication's reputation and growth.

What challenges do publication directors face in managing editorial teams?

Publication Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing creative freedom with organizational goals, meeting tight publication deadlines, and coordinating input from multiple departments like editorial, design, and marketing. They must also effectively manage team dynamics, ensuring clear communication and resolving conflicts that may arise. Adapting to rapidly changing digital publishing trends and technologies can also be demanding, requiring continuous learning and strategic planning.

What is the difference between Publication Director vs Content Manager?

AspectPublication DirectorContent Manager
Primary FocusOversees overall publication strategy, editorial direction, and content quality for publicationsManages daily content creation, editing, and publishing across platforms
Required SkillsEditorial leadership, strategic planning, project managementContent development, SEO, social media management
Work EnvironmentPublishing houses, media companies, large organizationsDigital media teams, marketing departments, online platforms

The Publication Director focuses on high-level strategy and overseeing publication projects, while the Content Manager handles the day-to-day content creation and management. Both roles require strong communication skills and industry knowledge, but the Publication Director has a broader, strategic scope compared to the more operational role of the Content Manager.

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Infographic showing various Publication Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,208 per year, or $57.8 per hour.

Medical Director (Medical Education - Publication)

twentysix

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$75 - $180/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Who We Are

VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

**About VML Health: **

VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non-health expertise.

At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course.

Our purpose is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’.

VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live. Get to the heart. Connect for life.

What we are looking for:

VML’s Medical Affairs team seeks a highly experienced and motivated Medical Director with a deep understanding of science, medicine, and scientific communication. This role requires expertise in creating scientific content for healthcare professionals (physicians and scientists). The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, be proactive, adaptable, and able to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment. They will excel at connecting meaningfully with colleagues and clients, inspiring creativity within their team, and approaching challenges positively.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide medical direction for multiple accounts, potentially across various therapeutic areas.
  • Independently design, prepare, and review analytical research and disease state-focused materials.
  • Research various therapeutic areas and create concise briefs.
  • Develop medical and scientific content, including publications (abstracts, posters, manuscripts) and educational slide decks.
  • Deliver scientific and strategic insights and guidance to clients.
  • Quickly acquire knowledge of new disease states and drug information.
  • Participate in new business pitches.
  • Present to clients and healthcare practitioners.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high quality.
  • Collaborate with medical faculty.
  • Independently manage client relationships and fulfill requests.
  • Travel to client meetings and conferences (up to 25% of the time).
  • Maintain high-quality work standards in a demanding environment.
  • Adhere to publication guidelines and prepare manuscripts accordingly.
  • Explain complex scientific information clearly and simply.
  • Mentor and supervise junior scientific staff.

Who You Are:

  • A highly collaborative leader with a passion for science and medicine.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a strong work ethic, and enjoy mentoring junior staff.
  • You are adaptable, proactive, and approach your work with a positive attitude.
  • You include others purposefully and inspire creativity in your team.

What You’ll Need:

  • Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in health science.
  • 5-8 years of experience in medical education/medical affairs or a pharmaceutical role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Willingness to travel (up to 25% of the time).
  • Candidates will complete a writing test before interviewing.

**What we offer: **

  • **Passionate, driven people **| We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
  • **Consciously cultivated culture **| We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
  • Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
  • Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.

_$75,000—$180,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information,please visit www.vml.com, andfollowalong on Instagram,LinkedIn, andX.

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