Medical Writer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Diverse therapeutic exposure

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a skilled Medical Writer to produce clear, accurate regulatory and scientific documents for pharmaceutical projects. You will translate complex clinical data into accessible reports for regulators, healthcare professionals, and patients.

You will collaborate with physicians, scientists, and statisticians, manage multiple projects, and ensure adherence to guidelines and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in life sciences, healthcare, English, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Medical Writer in pharmaceutical/biotech/medical device industry.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and clinical research processes.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Author, edit, and review medical documents (clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, brochures, manuscripts).
• Ensure materials are scientifically accurate, grammatically correct, and comply with guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians, scientists, and statisticians to gather information and ensure accuracy.
• Manage multiple writing projects with timely delivery of high-quality documents.
• Maintain understanding of company products, therapeutic areas, and guidelines.
• Contribute to development and refinement of templates and processes.

Skills

Medical writing

Regulatory understanding

Editing

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in life sciences

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and precise Medical Writer to join their dedicated team in Queenstown. This role is essential for creating clear, accurate, and compliant scientific and medical documentation for a range of pharmaceutical projects. You will translate complex scientific and clinical data into easily understandable documents for various audiences, including healthcare professionals, regulatory agencies, and patients. This position requires exceptional writing skills, a strong understanding of medical terminology, and the ability to work efficiently within project timelines. You will contribute to critical documents that support product development, regulatory submissions, and scientific communication efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Author, edit, and review a variety of medical documents, including clinical study reports, regulatory submission documents, investigator brochures, and manuscripts.
• Ensure all written materials are scientifically accurate, grammatically correct, and adhere to relevant style guides and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, including physicians, scientists, and statisticians, to gather information and ensure accuracy.
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality documents.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of company products, therapeutic areas, and relevant guidelines.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of document templates and writing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a life science, healthcare, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Medical Writer in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and a strong understanding of clinical research processes.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret complex scientific and clinical data and present it clearly and concisely.
• Experience with regulatory submission documents is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in medical writing.
• Exposure to a variety of therapeutic areas and document types.
• A supportive work environment that values quality and scientific integrity.
• Stable employment within a reputable organization.