Senior Medical Writer

Meet Life Sciences; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Location: London or Knutsford – Hybrid (2 days per week)

Contract Type: Full Time

Please note: This is to work within an established account and will involve both publications & medical affairs; therefore, experience in both is essential.

Company Overview:

Our client, a global leader in the healthcare communications field, is committed to accelerating life-changing solutions to healthcare challenges. The company brings together the finest expertise in science, strategy, evidence, technology, and creativity to deliver world-class outcomes. With an unwavering sense of purpose, the company collaborates as one team to improve healthcare and achieve better patient outcomes worldwide.

Job Overview:

As a Senior Medical Writer, you will be responsible for developing and delivering scientifically accurate, high-quality content aligned with client objectives and project requirements. You will play a key role in various medical communication projects, managing content creation and providing mentorship to junior writers. The ideal candidate will possess advanced writing skills, a strong scientific background, and the ability to contribute strategically to the development of product strategies and publication plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Writing and Reviewing:

• Take ownership of the development and final delivery of scientifically accurate content, ensuring alignment with client objectives and budgetary and schedule requirements.
• Lead assigned projects and collaborate with in-house writers and freelancers, ensuring that all content meets the company’s editorial and scientific standards.
• Write content across a broad range of medical communication projects, adapting the style and tone to suit various target audiences.
• Ensure that all content is thoroughly reviewed for scientific accuracy, compliance, and editorial quality.
• Provide constructive feedback to junior writers and freelancers, ensuring consistency and quality across all projects.
• Maintain and update knowledge of client preferences and industry writing styles, ensuring that all changes are communicated effectively.

Project Management:

• Manage projects to ensure timely delivery within budget and in compliance with client specifications.
• Brief in-house writers and freelancers on project requirements, ensuring clarity on editorial, strategic, and budgetary expectations.
• Oversee the production process, ensuring all necessary approvals and client amendments are completed prior to print/production/submission.
• Collaborate with the creative team, providing scientific direction and input into concept development.

Client Management:

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and external thought leaders, fostering advocacy and collaboration.
• Provide expert scientific advice and support to clients, contributing to the development of product strategies and publication plans.

Coaching and Mentoring:

• Coach and mentor junior writers, providing ongoing support, constructive feedback, and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Monitor and assess the professional development of junior team members, helping them to improve attention to detail and scientific accuracy.
• Offer feedback to senior management regarding the performance and professional growth of junior team members.

Research Skills:

• Maintain awareness of the latest developments in relevant therapeutic areas, competitors, and new products or indications.
• Conduct in-depth research to gather and filter complex information for projects.

Resource Management:

• Assist senior management in forecasting and discussing resource requirements for projects to ensure the efficient allocation of resources.
• Work with the client services team to monitor changes in project specifications or deadlines that may impact budgets and financial forecasts.
• Ensure accurate tracking of project time, completing timesheets in a timely manner.

New Business Contribution:

• Collaborate with client services teams to identify new business opportunities and contribute to proposal writing and pitch presentations.
• Participate in new business pitches to showcase the company’s scientific and editorial expertise.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain proficiency with required software (e.g., Word, PowerPoint) and stay up-to-date with industry compliance guidelines.
• Adhere to client and company standard operating procedures and best practices.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Senior Medical Writer passionate about making a difference in global healthcare, please send your application to Georgina Elias at [e-mail].