Senior Science/Medical Writer

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Albion Rye Associates Full time

Job Description My client is looking for a Principal Medical Writer join their growing team They set up our Medical Education team to bring new energy to our sector. You will play a pivotal role in producing a diverse array of materials across various therapy areas, ensuring that both language and content are perfectly tailored to suit the intended audience. Your contributions will consistently be of the utmost quality, underpinned by scientific accuracy and in complete harmony with the associated brand. Your ability to communicate effectively, manage client expectations, and deliver exceptional written content will be key to success in this role.

Prior experience in a Medical Writing position within an agency setting.
Use a range of resources to understand the underlying science and product strategy related to assigned projects
Perform research to support assigned project work (KEE mapping, collating data from resources) and review literature and competitive information to continually expand understanding of brand/marketplace and emerging competitors
Have an appreciation of commercial context and be able, with guidance, to assimilate commercial information for assigned therapeutic areas Structure and write straightforward documents (e.g. simple manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, websites, training programs, advisory board reports) and checks, and prepares reference packs Use therapy area knowledge to ensure communication objectives are met on assigned projects (under supervision of senior editorial team)
Adapt writing style to suit different audiences (e.g. primary and secondary care physicians, nurses or patients) under the supervision of the senior team Adhere to quality control processes, including: Accurate referencing, Data checking and Proofreading
Confidently liaise with clients with appropriate support from more senior team members and respond promptly to client requests
Actively contribute to assigned areas of proposal development and pitch activity Undertake and present research to a pitch team
Prioritise workload accordingly and flag with account lead(s)/line manager at the earliest stage any potential barriers to successful project completion and suggest solutions
Recognise where s/he can use his/her skills to support colleagues in both the editorial and account handling teams
Share insights and experiences with peers to support their professional development Seek feedback and proactively feedback to improve individual and team performance
Participate in the performance review process and deliver against your objectives
Participate in the execution of established editorial deliverables, and understand the importance of adhering to project schedules, budgets and briefs
Proactively clarify the number of hours available for each assigned project and key dates in project timeline and keep the account team apprised of status on projects by providing timely and accurate communication Immerse themselves in the medical communications and pharma industries, clients' companies, and therapy areas
Engage with every opportunity to establish an awareness of developments, innovations, and trends Seek opportunities to reflect these in project work and flag ideas to teams

A minimum of a Master’s degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related field. Possession of a PhD would be beneficial, though not mandatory.
Exceptional proficiency in written English, encompassing both vocabulary and grammar, with a keen eye for detail.
Outstanding IT proficiency, especially in the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Experience in oncology and/or respiratory fields would be advantageous

Competitive Salary
Flexible Working Hours
Generous Holiday Package
Career Progression Opportunities


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