Senior Medical Writer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Zealand.

📋 Description

• Deliver scientific and medical/clinical writing assistance as part of a specialized team dedicated to serving a designated client.

• Analyze clinical data from clinical study reports, safety summaries, biostatistical tables, published research articles, and other relevant sources.

• Accurately and concisely modify clinical and scientific information to fulfill project objectives.

• Ensure adherence to medical publications and medical communication standards.

• Represent assigned projects during internal and external client meetings.

• Contribute to the development of client publication and communication strategies.

• Oversee and assist in managing the medical writing workload, including tasks for junior and other writers.

• Work collaboratively with the Scientific Manager and account managers to meet established deadlines.

• Proactively identify project challenges and resource constraints or availability issues.

• Support the onboarding and training of new and junior medical writers.

• Assist in business development initiatives, including conducting background research and writing for new business proposals.

⛳️ Requirements

• An advanced degree is required, with a preference for a PhD; however, PharmD and MD candidates may also be considered.

• Prior relevant experience in a medical publications or medical communications agency is preferred.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in high-level content development is required.

• Candidates with 1-2 years of experience as a Senior Medical Writer at a medical communications agency are preferred.

• A proven track record of delivering high-level writing support is essential.

• Familiarity with ICMJE and GPP guidelines is necessary.

• Capability to read, analyze, and interpret content from scientific and technical journals is required.

• Proficient in developing and writing according to specified styles and formats.

• Ability to efficiently navigate network directories and databases is essential.

• Knowledge of industry-standard resources, including PubMed/Medline and clinicaltrials.gov, is expected.

• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams is required.

• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Prism, EndNote, and adaptability to other relevant software is necessary.

• Experience in resource organization and mentoring is strongly preferred.

• Must possess a demonstrable command of the English language (reading, writing, and speaking).

• Legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary along with performance-related incentives.

• Health and wellness programs, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.

• Retirement and pension plans.

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Employee assistance programs and wellness resources.

• Opportunities for learning and development through structured training and career pathways.