Medical Writer

A BOLDSCIENCE Medical Writer (MW) has prior experience working within the medical communications industry (or similar) and can demonstrate solid writing skills and a great attitude to hit the ground running.

An MW is clear on the expectations of their role, and they know when to be proactive and when to sense-check their approach. An MW is still learning the breadth and depth of medical writing projects. They proactively ask questions and take direction to deliver a good first draft, and can incorporate feedback to produce client-ready work. They are organized and manage their time effectively, ensuring the team is updated on actions. They can keep a cool head while managing multiple tasks and deadlines. An MW has a passion for creativity and consistently looks for different, creative, engaging ways to deliver scientific content. They are all about the team and enjoy partnering as a mentor for new Associate MWs (AMWs) as they begin their BOLD journey.

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

At BOLDSCIENCE, no two days are the same, and our MWs actively support their account and the Scientific Services team. Some typical activities include:

Technical Writing:

• Design, develop and edit different types of materials across a wide range of project types for various audiences. Materials may include:
  • Slide decks
  • Digital materials
  • Manuscripts and congress publications
  • Meeting materials
• Deliver a good first draft for scientific review that meets the brief and is considered “client-ready”
• Produce work to a consistently high standard, which is well thought through, carefully researched, and technically accurate
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the brief, asking questions to ensure they have all the relevant information to work independently
• Able to critically review and amend their own work to ensure consistency and accuracy prior to sending it for review
• Open to receiving feedback and ensures that feedback is incorporated accurately and consistently carried forward
• Written materials are completed within the specified time allocated for the project
• Proactively volunteers for data checking and performs it accurately and in line with BOLD processes

Scientific Knowledge:

• Keep abreast of new scientific developments and share knowledge with the internal team and clients, where appropriate
• Shows the ability to research and is curious to develop their scientific knowledge on a specific therapy area/client account
• Flexible and eager to work across different client accounts, deliverables, and therapy areas
• Developing an in-depth understanding of at least one product
• Developing familiarity with leading experts within a specific therapeutic area
• Consistently asks questions to build their knowledge and expertise

Project Management Skills:

• Organized and able to effectively manage their time to prioritize tasks across different projects
• Always meets deadlines and alerts seniors if they envisage a project will take more time
• Play an active role in client calls
• Contributes to internal status calls to keep the team updated on actions
• Provide on-site or virtual support for meetings/events under the guidance of a senior team member
• Proactive in responding to team questions but recognizes when to gain advice from seniors
• Collaborates and builds strong relationships with clients and the wider BOLD team, including client services and studio

Financial Management Skills:

• Demonstrates knowledge of allocated hours and strives to work within them
• Maintains an average billability of 85–90%
• Ensures that timesheets are completed accurately and promptly

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Higher degree in a relevant subject (PhD, MD, PharmD, etc.)
• Proactive approach and an enthusiasm for trying new things
• 1–3 years of experience in medical writing (preferably within a medical communications agency)
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a passion for creativity
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple projects
• Good organizational skills

Originally posted on Himalayas