Associate Medical Writer

Overview

Healthcare Consultancy Group (HCG) is the global healthcare communications partner for pharma and biotech that accelerates the impact of medical science. HCG 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 model of four powerhouses—Commercial & Marketing, Medical Affairs, Publications, Regulatory—that enables hyperconnected, audience-centric engagement that delivers health impacts for our clients. Our purpose is to 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. Together, we move medicine closer to patients, and together we accelerate the impact of science.

Associate Medical Writer (AMW)

An Associate Medical Writer (AMW) is a Scientific Services role requiring up to 1 year’s experience within a medical communications agency. AMWs work closely with members of the Scientific Services team and report to their assigned line manager (a Scientific Director [SD] or above). Working with their mentors, AMWs are responsible for the generation of good-quality medical copy that meets the client’s communication objectives, is delivered to budget and on time, and contributes to the quality of the team’s scientific output.

Responsibilities

Strategic input

• Understands the purpose and role of communications in the wider therapy area and commercial landscape
• Understands the strategic fit of their activities and projects into the overall objectives for the business
• Demonstrates strong basic scientific writing, editing and data comprehension skills
• Shows a clear understanding of the core scientific principles as they apply to medical communications projects
• Undertakes content development, with direction, including appropriate formatting, referencing and annotation of deliverables
• Complies with all project process steps and record-keeping requirements (ensures all projects are submitted in line with Scientific Services review and Editorial requirements; complies with server use mandates, naming conventions and other client-specific requirements in scope)
• Demonstrates the ability to work to quality, budget, time and accuracy standards
• Acquires learning from internal and external review feedback and applies this to subsequent projects
• Demonstrates professional clarity in written, verbal and face-to-face interactions with clients and medical experts
• Participates in conference calls and email correspondence with clients/medical experts and develops relationships through project delivery
• Travels to and/or participates remotely in off-site meetings
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships within and across departments
• Shows capacity for time management/prioritization while following process
• Builds an understanding of the key roles and responsibilities within the team
• Effectively and proactively communicates with team members

Management and organization

• Develops content within the budget specifications and sets goals to improve efficiency
• Keeps the Account Manager/Account Director informed regularly on project status; flags issues in a timely fashion
• Understands and uses company processes and SOPs
• Keeps manager informed of available hours; works to minimize non-billable time
• Shows a general understanding of the Chameleon business development model
• Participates in account planning sessions
• Supports new business proposal development, as required

Other responsibilities

• Takes responsibility for their own Personal Development Plan (PDP)
• Regularly seeks opportunities to learn and grow professionally by maximizing exposure to new opportunities and making the most of training opportunities with self-directed learning and taught/mentor-led training
• From time to time, AMWs may also be expected to work on weekends (e.g. attend scientific meetings, congresses for training purposes), to undertake any of the duties of junior staff as necessary, and to carry out duties that arise from sickness or holidays of other staff

Adherence to company best working practices

• AMWs must comply with HCG’s standard policies and procedures. Failure to comply with any policy may result in retraining, disciplinary action and/or possible dismissal.
• Ethical working practices
• Client confidentiality agreements
• Timesheet submission practices
• Email, Internet and electronic information policy
• Non-competition and non-solicitation policy

Qualifications

• Degree (2:1 or higher) in a biological or medically related subject; preference for higher degree for direct role entry
• Promotion from Scientific Associate role or equivalent medical communications agency experience (at least 1 year)

Skills

• Strong written and communication skills with proven attention to detail
• Good research and comprehension skills
• Good organizational skills
• Effective teamwork
• Good computer literacy in common applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Aptitude and willingness to learn new skills
• Professional appearance and demeanour

What we offer

• A competitive compensation package
• Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
• Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
• Competitive 401(k) investment options
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance
• Employee referral awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and mentoring opportunities through programs such as Omnicom University, led by international influencers and Harvard Business School professors
• Retail and entertainment discounts and benefits available
• A rewarding workplace and a fun team environment

Equal Opportunity

Healthcare Consultancy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any category or class of person protected by law.

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