Expert Scientific Writer

Description

• Demonstrate a command of assigned therapeutic areas and expertise with assigned products. Research and write original content for publications activities (primary and review manuscripts, abstracts, posters), slide presentations and other materials from data sources including clinical study reports, patient profiles etc.
• Timely preparation of publications to satisfy regulatory requirements for publication of clinical trial results, to increase customer awareness of company products, and to support marketing activities. Develop content that is scientifically accurate, evidence-based, grammatically accurate, referenced using appropriate sources, and consistent with quality standards for author review, stakeholder review as appropriate, and scientific peer review.
• Perform internal scientific reviews to ensure quality in line with the scope and scientific messages to meet defined expectations. Mentor internal team members and help new joiners onboard. Perform quality control (QC) checking / proof reading of the above-mentioned documents to meet defined expectations.
• Clearly communicate medical scientific concepts in a condensed, audience-appropriate way. Follow all internal processes and procedures regarding workflow, development of deliverables, and adherence to industry best practices, including GPP. Ability to function on different therapeutic teams or projects across multiple brands as needed.
• Manages multiple assigned projects at one time. Obtains feedback from customers. Complies with and support group’s project management tool, standards, policies and initiatives. Provide input and aid in troubleshooting/problem-solving.
• Maintains records for all assigned projects including archiving in line with the SOPs. Maintains audit, SOP and training compliance. Performs additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education Minimum: Healthcare professional degree or degree in a healthcare-related field. Desirable: Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in life science/healthcare.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in medical communications preferrable in pharmaceutical industry.
• Good understanding of industry work processes for publications.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationship in a matrix and multicultural environment. Strong customer-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Willingness to work and be available during US business hours (up to 8:00 p.m. IST or 10:30 a.m. EST), schedule coordination in advance to ensure US Holiday coverage, and on call for critical matters, based on business needs.