Title:                Writer/Editor, Medical Sciences

Reports to:       Research Associate/Senior Research Associate or Director of Scientific Affairs  

Purpose:                    This person will work within scientific affairs and closely with project management, biostatistics, regulatory & other functional groups to provide writing and editing support for biopharmaceutical post-marketing studies, clinical patient registries, and health care consulting projects.

Responsibilities:

§     Research, write, and edit scientific, technical, and regulatory documents for a variety of audiences.  Documents may include study concepts, protocol synopses and full protocols, informed consents, interim and final clinical study reports, and other periodic reports

§     Research, write, and edit research reports and briefing documents on health care policy topics and emerging issues in health care

§     Research, write, and edit abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts

§     Manage writing activities and timelines with all relevant stakeholders, including external clients and internal project teams

§     Coordinate document review and revision cycle, including maintenance of audit trails/version control

§     Edit and proofread a wide range of written documents and presentations

§     Conduct literature searches and other background research, including interviews, as appropriate for publication/document development

§     Develop and maintain style guides and document templates

§     Organize information resources on scientific and clinical topics

§     Provide writing support for business development and marketing initiatives

Requirements:

§     5+ years experience as a writer.  Demonstrated ability to write in a variety of styles and on a range of topics, while on a deadline.  Experience editing the writing of others preferred. 

§     Familiarity with medical terminology and/or a  background in healthcare, research or life sciences would be preferred.  

§     Ability to understand and interpret clinical and scientific data and present that information in a clear, concise, and scientifically accurate manner in a range of formats and styles

§     Willingness to learn about biopharmaceutical research, drug development, international regulations, good clinical practices, and health care policy issues 

§     Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, ability to work independently, and the ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines

§     Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  Experience with Endnotes or other reference management systems is a plus

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  BA/BS required, relevant graduate degree a plus.