Associate Medical Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Conduct research and develop technical medical documentation.

• Ensure that all outputs comply with the written brief, maintain accuracy in content and editorial style, and are properly referenced.

• Collaborate with clients and medical professionals on content creation.

• Participate in scientific and client meetings where deliverables are expected.

• Collaborate with global teams on innovative scientific projects across various therapeutic areas.

• Formulate effective medical affairs strategies and engaging communications utilizing medical analytics and applied AI tools.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree in a biomedical field.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient and adaptable scientific writing and editing capabilities.

• Experience in drafting scientific publications and conference presentations.

• Ability to produce high-quality materials with minimal internal review or guidance.

• Outstanding project management and organizational skills.

• Flexibility, adaptability, and resourcefulness.

• Strong time management abilities.

• Good judgment and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent quality control skills along with meticulous attention to detail, including style, consistency, grammar, scientific accuracy, proofreading, and layout.

• Capability to align writing with clients’ strategic marketing goals while preserving scientific integrity and credibility.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and health-related topics.

• Strong sense of responsibility and urgency; ability to take ownership of projects.

• Capacity to work independently with limited supervision.

• Solid understanding of human pathophysiology and disease; ability to quickly learn new and diverse subject areas.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and establish productive working relationships both internally and externally.

• Strong client-focused attitude and capability to work with clients to address strategic marketing and medical requirements.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities, shifting deadlines, and limited resources.

• Proficiency in IT skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and internet research.

🏝️ Benefits

• Award-winning, industry-leading training through the allegro.WRITE training program.

• Individual mentoring and dedicated expert training provided during the initial six weeks.

• Company-issued equipment, including laptop, headset, keyboard, and mouse.

• Stipend for data package expenses.

• Reasonable adjustments available during the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities or other needs.