| Chief Medical Writer
If you have applied for a position previously via Zenopa, please login to gain more information on the job description, interview process, company info and progress. This will save you repeated administration.
| Company Profile |
Nucleus Group |
| Job
ID Number |
31737 |
| Job Title |
Chief Medical Writer |
| Job Location |
London & Manchester |
| Apply |
Ring Gemma on 01494 818 027 to register to register with Zenopa or find out more about this position,
or you can apply online:
|
| Job Description |
Title: Cheif Medical Writer
Location: London - Possibility to conduct work from home max of 2 days a week rest in office (only after 3months probationary period).
Therapy area : Virology
Division : Heath Interactions
Reporting to : Editorial Director
Role: Research specialised areas of medical science in order to write, edit, and proof-read text for agency products as well as work with design and production teams to produce a range of printed and computer-based materials to meet the needs of our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
The Senior Medical Writer will receive guidance on all projects from Principal Medical Writers, Chief Medical Writers and/or the Editorial Director on an ongoing basis.
1) Research and Information Management
* Research medical and scientific topics utilising various information services including in-house reference system, on-line journal subscriptions, libraries, and literature search databases (i.e., Pub Med)
* Assist with tracking and maintaining in-house references within the companies internal reference database system, Reference Manager
* Source appropriate information for the agencies editorial projects and proposals, including reference retrieval and photocopying of references
2) General Writing
* Take briefs from colleagues
* Assist with development of concepts for editorial projects
* Write or edit publication manuscripts, slide kits, monographs, newsletters, meeting reports, posters, and other materials that utilize assimilated knowledge of specialized therapeutic area
* Draft and edit work in different writing styles targeted at different audiences (including internal audiences) in different therapy areas. On all editorial projects, incorporate feedback from editorial colleagues, project team colleagues, clients and independent clinicians.
* Proof-read all editorial work to comply with company style.
* Refine an accurate, thorough, and scientific copy-editing and proof-reading approach based on feedback of senior editorial colleagues and according to MTM style or other as appropriate.
* Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of at least two of MTM's key therapeutic areas, defined by the individual's line manager, according to projects allocated
* Seek additional opportunities to develop skills in research, writing, and IT as well as knowledge of specialized therapeutic areas
* Devise interview questions and interview key opinion leaders
3) Business Development
* Assist in creative development and writing detailed proposals for new business
* Attend and present at client meetings for new business where appropriate
* Seize opportunities for organic growth of MTM business and advising senior strategic colleagues of any potential opportunities for new business
4) On-Site Meeting Attendance
* Attend conferences, scientific symposia, and advisory boards
* Participate in on-site activities as deemed appropriate (e.g. front-of-house duties, printing and duplicating slide-sets, running pre-meeting slide review with client or key opinion leaders)
* Take comprehensive notes and produce top line reports / summaries of advisory board or symposia sessions
* Assist in the preparation of newsletters from conference sessions in various formats and styles. This may include writing, editing, working with designers, proof-reading, or liaising with speakers and clients to gain copy approval prior to publication
* Collect any relevant information available at on-site conferences (e.g. competitor information from exhibition stands)
5) Editorial Project Management
* Assist with the project management of one or more larger editorial projects
* Determine deadlines and budgeted editorial hours for each project undertaken, either from the relevant client service representative or senior editorial colleague
* Ensure assigned tasks are completed on time and within the time allocated in the project estimate
* Communicate or warn when timelines are not likely to be met as well as suggest an alternative arrangement if necessary
* Coordinate with clien |
| Person Profile |
Candidates:
* A life sciences degree required, ideally combined with a Master’s degree, PhD
* Publication/writing experience or experience in medical or pharmaceutical field strongly preferred
* 3 yrs min writing experience required (agency or pharmaceutical), or an appropriate combination of education and experience
* If you have virology experience, or particular experience in developing training materials, we would be especially interested in hearing from you.
* Computer Skills:
- General computer literacy required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications including PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word
- Proficiency in online medical resource searching (i.e., Ovid, Medline, Pub Med, etc.)
Key Attributes:
* Business and Client Awareness
* Communication and Interpersonal Skills
* Creative thinking and problem solving
* Decision making and influencing
* Multitasking and flexibility
* Personal Development
* Team Player
|
| Job Package |
Competitive |
| Interview Process |
TBC |
| |
|
WHY
USE ZENOPA SERVICES
-
Zenopa has long standing relationships, we know who to
talk to pursue your application and what level of follow
up is acceptable by the employer, this enhances the opportunity
of an interview.
-
Clients are seeking specific information, frequently missed
or buried in a CV, we can bring this information to the
forefront, enhancing the opportunity of an interview.
-
A CV can not shout the underlying competencies of some
individuals for some roles, you need a consultant who
has met you and has the relationship with the employer
to put these competencies over so that you can secure
the interview.
-
Interview preparation is fundamental to securing the job
of choice, the employer has a brief time to assess whether
you have the knowledge and skills required, we can identify
for you that knowledge and skill base - you then have
to focus on evidencing that you have them.
-
Moving jobs is said to be the second most stressful activity
after moving house, our experience and feedback to you
alleviates the stress build up.
We
can not secure you a role that is beyond your capabilities,
however if you are capable we can enhance your chance of
presenting your case. Further we can reduce your stress
levels and act as a broker in frequently tricky package
negotiations. |
|  |  |  | Gemma
Account Manager
for this opportunity
01494 818 027
(Mon to Fri 0830 to 1800 hours)
gemma@zenopa.com
|
|
Services for candidates
login/register
our services
send your CV
the information matrix
career advice
links
contact us
|
