Diane Stothard

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About Diane Stothard

Sr. Director - Publications Strategy and Execution Lead (2019 - 2023): responsible for the strategic development of publication plans, working cross-functionally with Scientific Communications, Medical, Marketing, and Statistics, as well as execution of the plans and mitigation of publication issues arising with Publishers and Congress organizers. Supervises a team of Medical Writers.* Publications Coordinator, Consultant, Scientific Communications (2013 - 2018): responsible for the strategic development of publication plans for two marketed compounds across five therapeutic indications, working cross-functionally with Scientific Communications, Medical, Marketing, and Statistics, as well as execution of the plans and mitigation of publication issues arising with Publishers and Congress organizers.* Associate-Consultant, External Sourcing (2009 - 2013): partnered with Clinical Trial Managers and Clinical Development leaders to identify outsourcing needs and match those with external vendor expertise; developed strong expertise in navigating the Quality, Compliance, Procurement, Clinical Development, and Third Party Organization matrix leading to executed contracts and delivery of clinical trial deliverables.* Medical Education Associate (2005 - 2009) in the pharmaceutical industry with considerable experience merging Health Care Professional (HCP) educational needs assessments with brand team strategic vision to produce international medical education experiences focused on improving patient outcomes.* Adjunct faculty (2009 - 2017) at Marian University teaching Introduction to Theology in an accelerated, adult program.* Medical writer (2003 - 2007) in the pharmaceutical industry with extensive experience translating clinical trial data into scientific communications; Led and developed several data mining projects; developed publication advisory boards for publication planning; authored and wrote over 50 published papers and scientific abstracts.* Additional career goals: I have a keen interest in empowering people and supporting them in their career development. I haven't decided where I want to land next but after nearly 20 years in the Pharma industry, I'm leaning toward Professional Development or Human Resources.Specialties: Adult Learning Priniciples, Brand Strategic Planning, Publication Planning, Educational Program Design, Alliance Management