Senior Medical Writer - Medical Communications

The Senior Medical Writer is responsible for developing and delivering original, accurate, high-quality content (manuscripts, slides, and other editorial assignments) within project specifications, timeline, and budget. You'll provide high-quality editorial oversight for both project work and business development efforts. You will strive to function as a scientific and therapeutic expert (within limitations of budget and timelines) for assigned project teams, and function as the primary writer for assigned accounts.

Responsibilities

Research, write, and revise high-quality, original editorial content; Ensure scientific accuracy while editing and referencing; Liaise with clients, authors and colleagues to progress projects effectively; Attend congresses, symposia and advisory board meetings as required and liaising with speakers and clients; Provide input on project specifications, costings and schedules, working with the internal account team to ensure projects are delivered to time and budget; Provide good briefings to colleagues and freelancers; Actively participate in account development meetings to grow repeat business; Mentor new writers (depending on individual, level of experience and job opportunity)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in the life sciences; Ideally 2+ years of medical writing experience in a medcomms agency; Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; Proficiency in Internet and PubMed searches; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team

Nice to have

PharmD or PhD

Benefits

Up to a 7% pension contribution; Life insurance; Income protection; Private medical insurance; Flexible working arrangements, including flexible hybrid working; Option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year; 25 days of annual leave plus two personal well-being days; Gifted end-of-year holidays; Early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August; Free counselling through employee assistance program; Personalized health support; Enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies; On-demand support from partner Peppy; Continuous professional development with on-demand training, support, and global mobility opportunities