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Senior Medical Writer, Medical Communications

Job description

My client are seeking a Senior Medical Writer to join their global medical communications agency. There are several positions across medical affairs, commercial and publications. Remote opportunities East/West Coast.

THE ROLE:

  • Design, develop, and edit a wide range of materials for various audiences
  • Deliver well-written, scientifically accurate materials that align with client objectives and are ready for review.
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of the brief, asking informed questions to ensure all necessary information is gathered for independent work.
  • Present content updates to clients and collaborate with HCPs and subject matter experts to develop and approve materials.
  • Complete written materials on time and within budget.
  • Utilize client review systems (e.g., Veeva, DataVision) 
  • Review basic medical communication deliverables, offering constructive feedback.
  • Confidently attend client meetings and deliverables (e.g., advisory boards) independently, with minimal senior supervision.
  • Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of relevant therapy areas and products.
  • Conduct research on medical and scientific topics, using reputable sources and annotating them during the writing process.
  • Stay informed about the latest scientific advancements and share relevant knowledge with internal teams and clients.
  • Work flexibly across various client teams, deliverables, and therapeutic areas, gaining expertise in leading experts within specific therapeutic areas
  • Attend and contribute to client meetings, including project kick-offs, status updates, and client/HCP calls as needed.
  • Provide regular updates to senior team members, ensuring they are aware of account activity and flagging any potential issues.
  • Think strategically beyond individual tasks, identifying interdependencies and potential challenges.
  • Follow SOPs and manage time effectively to prioritize across multiple accounts.
  • Consistently meet deadlines, notifying senior team members when additional time is required.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of allocated hours and work efficiently within them.
  • Maintain an average billability of approximately 85%.
  • Ensure timesheets are completed accurately and on time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Higher degree in a relevant subject (PhD, MD, PharmD, etc.)
  • Proactive and enthusiastic about trying new things.
  • 2–3 years of medical writing experience within a medical communications agency setting
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a passion for creativity.
  • Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
  • Experience working with clients and HCPs
  • Ability to provide basic reviews of deliverables for scientific accuracy and integrity.