Remote Medical Writer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Medical Writer to join the expanded communications team in a fully remote role. You will craft clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, and educational materials with scientific accuracy, collaborating with physicians, scientists, and regulatory professionals from any location.

The ideal candidate holds a life science or related degree with 4+ years of medical writing experience, strong English, and familiarity with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a life science, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Medical Writer in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven ability to write complex scientific and clinical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong understanding of drug development processes and regulatory documentation requirements.
• Excellent command of English grammar, style, and scientific terminology.
• Proficiency with standard office software and familiarity with document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Author, edit, and review a wide range of clinical and regulatory documents, ensuring scientific accuracy and adherence to style guides.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, including physicians, scientists, and regulatory affairs specialists, to gather information and ensure content accuracy.
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and project timelines.
• Ensure all documents comply with relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH, FDA, EMA) and company standards.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of therapeutic areas and product information.
• Contribute to the development of communication strategies and content planning.

Skills

Scientific writing

Editing

Regulatory writing

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science/English/Journalism

Master's degree in life sciences or related field

Tools

MS Office

Document management systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and detail-oriented Medical Writer to join their expanding communications team, offering a fully remote work arrangement. You will be responsible for creating clear, concise, and scientifically accurate documents for a variety of audiences, including regulatory agencies, healthcare professionals, and patients. This role is essential for translating complex scientific and clinical data into high-quality documents such as clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, and educational materials. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled writer to contribute to important medical communications from the comfort of their own home, supporting crucial projects for the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Author, edit, and review a wide range of clinical and regulatory documents, ensuring scientific accuracy and adherence to style guides.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, including physicians, scientists, and regulatory affairs specialists, to gather information and ensure content accuracy.
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and project timelines.
• Ensure all documents comply with relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH, FDA, EMA) and company standards.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of therapeutic areas and product information.
• Contribute to the development of communication strategies and content planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a life science, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Medical Writer in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven ability to write complex scientific and clinical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong understanding of drug development processes and regulatory documentation requirements.
• Excellent command of English grammar, style, and scientific terminology.
• Proficiency with standard office software and familiarity with document management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Full flexibility of a remote work environment.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in medical communications.