Medical Writer

LivaNova; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medtech company is seeking a Medical Writer to prepare clinical evaluation plans and reports, perform literature reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong educational background in a related field. Exceptional communication skills in English are a must for this role, which may involve travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in medical or clinical research activities.
• Strong writing skills for complex documents.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clinical evaluation plans (CEP) and reports (CER).
• Perform literature reviews to support market surveillance.
• Collaborate with teams to develop clinical evaluation strategies.

Skills

Medical writing

Data statistics

Study design

English (C2)

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (4 year)

Graduate degree preferred

Biomedical or pharmaceutical industry degree

Job description

As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.

The Medical Writer prepares clinical evaluation plans (CEP) and reports (CER), Post Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) Plans and Reports, and performs ad hoc and systematic literature reviews.

Position Summary

• Ensure completion of clinical evaluation plans (CEP) and reports (CER) and Post Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) Plans and Reports per each product family within the Cardiac Surgery (CS) franchise in cooperation with all main internal and external stakeholders within the agreed timelines.
• Perform ad hoc and systematic literature reviews on global scientific newly released data to support Product Market Surveillance reports, Global Signal Detection meetings, Study Design Protocols, Global Market Value Dossiers, Regulatory Dossiers, Medical Affairs scientific summary documents.
• Provide writing skills to protocols and clinical study reports and all relevant clinical documentation (literature review plans/reports; study protocols/reports; scientific manuscript; congress abstracts/posters/presentations).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop clinical evaluation strategies.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required

Previous experience in medical writing/reading. Understanding of the impact factor and relevance of scientific journals and papers.

Strong skills in data statistics and study design.

Industry experience that includes the understanding of Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs and Marketing activities, through different stages. Understanding of the international guidelines, US and European.

Ability to manage/prioritize multiple projects from conception to completion, working in a fast‑paced environment. Efficient writing of large documents per project deadlines.

Ability to work well with a diverse group of personalities, team player, flexible and adaptable; ability to build relationships, both internally and externally to the organization.

Excellent English oral and written (C2); excellent oral communication and medical writing skills.

Familiarity with industry‑wide good publication practices.

Education

Minimum of Bachelors (4 year university) degree. Graduate degree preferred.

Biomedical or medical or pharmaceutical industry degree is preferred, or a strong expertise in medical device.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of other relevant experience in areas such as medical or clinical research activities (eg, clinical trial management support, data management, submission dossier, Clinical Study Reports, etc.)

Willingness to travel: up to 25% of the job may be travel.

Welcome to impact. Welcome to innovation. Welcome to your new life.