Medical Writer (Med Comms)

IQVIA; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of clinical services is seeking a talented writer to create high-standard communications materials for various audiences. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a scientific or medical subject and at least one year of relevant experience. Strong medical writing skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant writing or related experience.
• Strong, versatile medical writing skills.
• Ability to interpret scientific and clinical data.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop written materials to high scientific standards.
• Tailor materials for varying educational needs and audiences.
• Liaise professionally with internal teams and clients.

Skills

Medical writing skills

Attention to detail

Strong computer skills

Research skills

Ability to work independently

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Scientific or Medical subject

Tools

MS Office

Reference management tools

Job description

Job Overview

Research and write a variety of communications materials to a high standard for different target audiences, with some support. Work across a number of multi-functional teams from the Writing team, to the broader department and other IQVIA divisions.

Essential Functions

• Research and develop written materials to the highest scientific and grammatical standards, according to internal/client brief.

• Display excellent technical accuracy, correct interpretation of source documents, good attention to detail, creativity (where appropriate) and (with some guidance) the ability to tailor materials appropriately for a range of educational needs and target audiences, with adherence to timelines and budgeted hours.

• Methodically incorporate internal/client/author comments using a scientifically accurate and balanced approach, and with senior support resolve any conflicts in a professional and compliant manner.

• Exercise good interpersonal/communication skills for effective and professional liaison with the internal team, clients, healthcare professionals and other key stakeholders and to obtain comprehensive briefs and responses to queries.

• Actively participate in meetings with relevant internal and external stakeholders, where necessary, and respond effectively to questions relating to allocated areas of responsibility.

• Monitor assigned projects and manage own workload, taking ownership and anticipating capacity issues and potential solutions.

• Work with senior Writing team members to deliver to required budget and time specifications.

• Diligently keep up to date with, and follow, all applicable company standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Scientific or Medical subject, or Communications/Marketing preferred Req

• minimum of 1 year of relevant writing or related experience, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Strong computer skills, including MS office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Internet

• Experience with research tools and approaches, such as reference management/publication planning databases. Good research skills and ability to interpret scientific and clinical data

• Strong, versatile medical writing skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Ability to generate grammatically correct, consistent, scientifically accurate copy, using appropriate writing styles for different audiences

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritise work effectively

• Ability to be self-directed and manage time efficiently

• Ability to work to tight timelines

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, clients and suppliers

• Familiarity with current industry code of practice guidelines

• Budgetary awareness

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at IQVIA jobs (no external link provided).