Medical Writer

Clinical Research/Academic Writing Support

• • Lead the content planning and production of written research findings (abstracts, manuscripts, systematic reviews, presentations, etc.) that align with established standards and guidelines.
  • Work with authors/technical specialists to coordinate the completion of specialized content, to translate, write, edit and/or proof data and content (exhibits, illustrations, tables, and appendices) for publication into finished documents appropriate for the stated audience.
  • Regularly track timelines and provide progress reports to stakeholder(s).
  • Participate in quality control review for documents written by other authors when requested.

Business Development, Marketing and Communication Support

• • Upon request, assist in the development of sales, marketing, and promotional materials.
  • Will be required to translate complex scientific information, theories, practices and/or findings into clear, concise, and accurate language that can be understood by potential clients, sponsors and/or the general public.
  • Support corporate public relations by providing editing services for conference materials, industry papers and presentations.

Publication Support

• • Act as primary contact and liaison with external publication executives, illustrators, designers, and editors representing the scientists/investigators, sponsors and/or the corporation with external specialists to select publication content, address content change requests, complete written revisions and/or resolve competing content requirements.

Editorial Support

• • Upon request, support study teams with review, editing or proof-reading of external grant submissions, regulatory documents (protocols, investigator brochures, clinical study reports, etc.), study documents or templates, such as charters, informed consent forms, or study plans (safety, statistical analysis, etc.).

Process Writing

• • Assist with writing or reviewing relevant training materials or work instructions when requested.

Qualifications

• • Minimum of an undergraduate degree (advanced degrees preferred) and 3-5 years of relevant experience in medical writing.
  • Previous experience leading the development of manuscripts, abstracts, and posters.
  • Familiarity with graphical software and figure development is an asset.
  • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and assignments.
  • Highly refined written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with diplomacy and tact.
  • Previous experience/knowledge of Gastroenterology is an asset.
  • Familiarity with AMA Style Guide is an asset.

• *Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available