Senior Medical Writer - Manchester, United Kingdom - Real Chemistry

Description

Real Chemistry is a global health innovation company with offices across Europe and the US.

We believe that the way to real, transformative change is through the uncommon combination of disciplines, technologies, and our greatest asset – our people.

Real Chemistry is looking for a Medical Writer join our growing team
PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION. GRADUATE APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
We set up our Medical Education team to bring new energy to our sector. Using science to help HCPs improve and prolong the lives of patients
You have a strong scientific background and a natural ability to disseminate scientific information for different audiences

Use a range of resources to understand the underlying science and product strategy related to assigned projects
Perform research to support assigned project work (KEE mapping, collating data from resources) and review literature and competitive information to continually expand understanding of brand/marketplace and emerging competitors
Have an appreciation of commercial context and be able, with guidance, to assimilate commercial information for assigned therapeutic areas
Demonstrate awareness of brand strategic objectives in written work
Understand and adhere to the ABPI code of conduct under guidance of the senior team and following training
Structure and write straightforward documents (e.g. simple manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, websites, training programmes, advisory board reports) and checks, and prepares reference packs
Use therapy area knowledge to ensure communication objectives are met on assigned projects (under supervision of senior editorial team)
Adapt writing style to suit difference audiences (e.g. primary and secondary care physicians, nurses or patients) under the supervision of the senior team
Create, maintain and take ownership of assigned projects
Adhere to quality control processes, including:
Proofreading
Confidently liaise with clients with appropriate support from more senior team members and respond promptly to client requests
Undertake and present research to a pitch team
Prioritise workload accordingly and flag with account lead(s)/line manager at the earliest stage any potential barriers to successful project completion and suggests solutions
Recognise where s/he can use his/her skills to support colleagues in both the editorial and account handling teams
Share insights and experiences with peers to support their professional development
Seek feedback and proactively feeds back to improve individual and team performance
Participate in the performance review process and deliver against your objectives
Participate in the execution of established editorial deliverables, and understands the importance of adhering to project schedules, budgets and briefs
Proactively clarify the number of hours available for each assigned project and key dates in project timeline and keeps the account team apprised of status on projects by providing timely and accurate communication
Complete timesheets and expense claims accurately and on time
Immerse themselves in the medical communications and pharma industries, clients' companies, and therapy areas
Seek opportunities to reflect these in project work and flags ideas to teams
Experience in medical writing, ideally in an agency setting
Relevant degree (preferably Masters) in a science subject
Possesses a solid scientific background and able to learn new therapeutic areas quickly and demonstrate this knowledge
how trial data are presented; PFS, OS, safety data, relapse rate, etc.)
o Able to differentiate between strong and weak data
Demonstrates a clear, concise and accurate writing style, and:
Understands the typical language which should and should not be used (comparisons, unverified claims etc.)
Independent thinker confident in taking ownership of assets and material development, but a team player who enjoys collaboration
Good management of Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) – particularly PowerPoint
Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks. Real Chemistry is committed to being an Equal Opportunity employer.

As such, we seek motivated and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates.

We believe diversity of persons and ideas forms the most comprehensive, forward-looking company.