Associate Director (Scientific Data and Publications)
GSK
Summary
This role sits within the Scientific Data and Publications function in GSK's Research & Development (R&D) division. Access to external scientific information (published literature, patent and competitive intelligence, chemistry and biology databases, and commercial data sources) is foundational to GSK's ability to discover and develop transformative medicines.
Job description
Job Purpose
The Associate Director (Scientific Data and Publications) is a key role within the Research Operations & Externalization (ROX) organisation, accountable for maintaining GSK R&D's enterprise portfolio of external scientific content and data licenses. This position manages the portfolio, including its budget, forecasting and cost controls, and for retiring under-used sources so the portfolio stays focused on the content that delivers value for GSK.
Responsibilities
- Manage vendor relationships and commercial terms to ensure licensed content is accessible, supported, compliantly used, and demonstrably delivers return on investment.
- Work closely with the associated Director to shape strategic direction, serving as a strategic advisor and thought-partner.
- Serve as a key connector across scientific, procurement, legal, copyright, digital and technology functions, and as the senior interface to major information providers.
- Maintain the governance, controls and user guidance that keep GSK's use of published information copyright-compliant.
- Contribute to the future-state operating model for scientific publications and external data.
- Position the portfolio to be exploited by rapidly evolving AI and text-mining capabilities, staying close to emerging AI use cases across R&D.
Location
The successful applicant can be based at Stevenage (UK) or Upper Providence (USA). The Stevenage role will temporarily be based at Stevenage, with plans to relocate to Cambridge, UK by early 2029.
Requirements
- Relevant degree-level education (e.g., Life, physical or information sciences or related discipline)
- Relevant experience/knowledge in information management, scientific content or published information services in the pharmaceutical industry or comparable scientific research environment
- Experience managing vendor relationships (contributing to licensing, contract or commercial negotiations)
- Proficiency with digital tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams
- Experience leveraging AI or digital technologies to improve efficiency or insights
- Working knowledge of copyright and licensing governance
- Understanding of text mining, analytics and content usage relating to use rights and terms of contracts
- Experience owning an enterprise content or data license portfolio, including budget accountability and supplier performance management
- Preferred: Advanced scientific or information science degree (M.S. or PhD)
Benefits
- Flexible working culture
Company overview
GSK plc (formerly GlaxoSmithKline) is a British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company headquartered in London, England. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham, GSK has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare companies with operations in over 150 countries. The company specializes in researching, developing, and manufacturing prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's therapeutic areas include respiratory diseases, HIV/AIDS, oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The company is particularly renowned for its vaccine portfolio and has been at the forefront of developing treatments for major global health challenges. With approximately 70,000 employees worldwide, GSK maintains a strong commitment to scientific innovation and has a significant presence in key markets including the United States, Europe, and emerging economies. The company's mission is to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade.