Principal Medical Writer

Healthcare Consultancy Group (HCG) is the global healthcare communications partner for pharma and biotech, accelerating the impact of medical science.HCG boldly defines the healthcare communications landscape at the convergence of people, purpose, science and technology, driving the impact that pharma needs to realize the promise of innovative medicines.We’ve created a unique model of four powerhouses- Commercial & Marketing, Medical Affairs, Publications, Regulatory – that enables hyperconnected, audience-centric engagement that delivers health impacts for our clients.Why? Science requires it. HCP’s demand it. Patients deserve it. Pharma inspires it.Our Purpose:We accelerate the impact of science.Scientific discovery moves humanity forward, creating better ways to connect, to care, to live. The innovations our clients create not only improve lives but save them. We work every day to maximize that impact.With the unrivaled ability to define what’s next, we keep clients ahead of the evolving industry landscape. Equal experts in the science and the humans behind it, we interrogate our client’s challenge to identify real opportunity. Our industry foresight is matched with relentless execution, and we partner with clients to ensure their story connects with the right audience when it matters most.Together, we move medicine closer to patients. Together, we accelerate the impact of science.About the Role:Principal Medical Writers are responsible for the production of high-quality medical content, always meeting the client’s communication objectives and ensuring work is delivered both on time and to budget. In addition to this, the Principal Medical Writer confidently incorporates strategic direction on assigned accounts and is the acknowledged go-to contact for in-depth knowledge of select therapy areas.The Principal Medical Writer is responsible for ensuring each piece of work is written to a consistently high standard, and that internal processes are being adhered to. Principal Medical Writers generously share their time and knowledge throughout the team, giving constructive feedback to help develop medical writing skills.Key Responsibilities:CommunicationProvide regular feedback to senior teams across accounts and projectsDemonstrate the ability to communicate clearly to different audiences through a variety of media (print and digital)Identify and communicate important updates and any medical/regulatory milestones to the teamProject DeliveryAble to write across multiple projects and accounts simultaneously, whilst monitoring team outputConsistently deliver client-ready deliverables across a wide range of projectsWork closely with the wider team to lead and drive projects, providing expert content development supportDemonstrate full compliance with internal processes and lead adherence to best practices across teams, setting the example for junior team members to followProvide additional insight into writing styles, content inclusion, data interpretation and subsequent actions based on previous experienceSupport the senior team by taking the lead on multi-writer projects, assisting with scientific and communications reviewingPartner with client services teams in forecasting and resource planningProvide feedback on scientific components of budget developmentContribute to and support the evolution of best practices and processes, ensuring maximum efficiencyShare in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical industry standards and compliance to support the wider teamEnter time and submit expenses by the deadlines set, using appropriate job codesScientifically SavvyIndependently produce consistently high-level contentProvide scientific leadership on assigned accounts, including implementing detailed strategic directionDemonstrate a high degree of scientific and commercial knowledge and insights across all activitiesMaintain an excellent and in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical industry standards and compliance, acting as role model for others to learn fromBusiness DevelopmentParticipate in business development initiatives with both existing and potential clients when requiredCollaboration and building relationshipsEstablish and maintain excellent scientific relationships/communications with clientsEstablish and maintain excellent scientific relationships/communications with third-party suppliers, key opinion leaders and medical experts to help develop high-quality contentEstablish and maintain excellent working relationships within and across departments, attending and contributing to briefing/internal discussions when requiredDeveloping TalentOversee the work of and provide clear direction to junior scientific service colleagues, delegating responsibilities and tasks where appropriate to provide experience, growth and knowledge transferReview copy and provide helpful and clear constructive feedback to junior team membersAsk team members (across all levels) for feedback, and proactively implement learningsOwn responsibility for your personal development, regularly looking for other ways to learn and grow professionally by maximising exposure to new opportunities, making the most of training and requesting training as requiredTaking the InitiativeOwn responsibility for your personal development, regularly looking for other ways to learn and grow professionally by maximising exposure to new opportunities, making the most of training and requesting training as required.Undertake tasks outside of the specifics of the job description where business reasons require itSkills and Experience:Educated to degree level in a relevant science subject or 5+ years’ experience as a Medical Writer in a medical communications agency or similar environmentExtensive experience with medical writingProficient in using Microsoft Office programmes (e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)Have an excellent command of the English language in both written and verbal communicationsPrevious experience in a medical communications agency or industry would be advantageousA keen interest in working and developing scientific expertise across a range of therapy areasAbility to travelHCG is an Equal Opportunity Employers. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any category or class of person protected by law.Omnicom Health is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we’re focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with ourRecruitment Privacy Notice . #J-18808-Ljbffr