Medical Writer (MYS)
New York, NY - Healthcare Advertising - Onsite
Date Posted: 1/27/2023 3:11:10 PM
Medical Writer
Parsippany, NJ - Onsite
Parsippany, NJ or New York, NY
Seeking a Medical Writer to step confidently into therapeutic areas outside those already assigned. Confident in leading discussions on therapy area, drivers influencing treatment decision-making and patient pathways with clients and external experts. Undertakes content delivery for more complex projects with minimal supervision from senior team and delegating to AMW/MWs as needed to ensure timely execution to a high standard. Clear, persuasive writing style, able to develop a compelling narrative from complex information. Able to: Structure and write novel projects that may not have been executed previously. Take responsibility for overall quality of deliverables with minimal oversight. Apply critical thinking skills towards applying a project brief to achieve deliverables in a timely and efficient manner, challenging and evolving client briefs as appropriate to ensure a high-quality result aligned with a clients goals. Understands how to balance telling a coherent and compelling story within the regulatory framework. Able to review junior writers work for adherence to brief, client objectives and quality of writing, providing constructive feedback to support professional development. Able to challenge client / account teams on the most effective approach in addressing client / brand needs. Has a point of view on client strategy and ensures messaging is meeting the strategic intent. Leads scientific discussion with clients and external experts as appropriate to capture briefs, resolve queries, and progress scientific content development in timely and efficient manner. Can sell (i.e., present) work to clients and has the ability to articulate the story. Provides input and recommendations to enhance service offering and support organic growth of designated accounts. Can articulate the scientific story to non-scientific colleagues in a clear and concise manner. Able to flex to changing pressures from client timelines and needs while protecting QC steps to maintain output even if this means pushing back. Proactively identifies new business opportunities with new and existing clients. Supports the development of scientific strategy for other therapeutic areas for new business and can present this as part of a pitch presentation.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have experience in a Medical Writing role within an agency environment. Educated to at least Master’s degree level in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy or a related discipline. A PhD would be an advantage, but is not essential. Proven ability to work under pressure as business needs arise. Excellent written English (vocabulary and grammar), with good attention to detail. Good interpersonal and awareness skills. Excellent IT skills, particularly using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint. Understands and has experience of Veeva (this would not be a daily task!).
Please contact Michael Savio at msavio@clarkdavis.com