Medical Writer, Medical Communications (Entry-Level)

Precision Medicine Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision Medicine Group is seeking a Medical Writer to develop scientifically accurate content across slides, manuscripts, and training materials. You will translate clinical data into clear written content and visuals under guidance, while learning AMA style and client guidelines.

New hires gain core medical writing competencies with structured feedback and progressively increasing responsibility. The role emphasizes collaboration, time management, and preparing material for regulatory review.

Qualifications

• Doctoral-level degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent).
• Strong interest in medical writing and scientific communication.
• Detail-oriented and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to balance work on multiple projects.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AMA style and reference tools (EndNote).
• Prior medical writing experience is beneficial but not required; level of independence will align with experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise scientific content, including slide decks, manuscripts, training materials, and other deliverables, with level of supervision commensurate with experience.
• Interpret clinical and preclinical data and translate findings into clear, accurate written content and visual representations.
• Learn, apply, and consistently follow AMA style and client-specific guidelines.
• Conduct literature searches and organize references using appropriate systems and tools.
• Participate in internal and client meetings to support content discussions.
• Actively listen during meetings and capture accurate notes and action items as needed.
• Accurately and efficiently incorporate direct feedback from internal and external reviewers.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Work with manager to maintain 85% billable utilization goal.
• Learn and follow team standards and processes, including gaining proficiency in any software or other technical tools required for project completion.
• Track tasks, timelines, and file handoff using appropriate tools (eg, Workfront, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams), with guidance as needed.
• Track and report time accurately.
• Build efficiency and deliver work within budgeted hours.
• Collaborate with team to prepare materials for regulatory and editorial review.
• Work with manager to review SOPs and follow them; ask questions to understand processes and rationale.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, accountability, and reliability; communicate effectively with team members and contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Develop an understanding of team roles and responsibilities and collaborate accordingly.
• Receive feedback positively and work closely with manager/Scientific Director on skill refinement.
• Prepare for time off using planning templates and ensure appropriate delegation of access as responsibilities increase.

Skills

Medical writing interest

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Doctoral-level degree in life sciences

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Teams

OneNote

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

EndNote

Job description

Precision Medicine Group is seeking a Medical Writer to develop scientifically accurate content across slides, manuscripts, and training materials. You will translate clinical data into clear written content and visuals under guidance, while learning AMA style and client guidelines.

New hires gain core medical writing competencies with structured feedback and progressively increasing responsibility. The role emphasizes collaboration, time management, and preparing material for regulatory review.