Norwich or Cambridgeshire
Job Type
Full or Part Time
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Medical Writer who is passionate about communicating real world clinical research.
The role is available with hybrid working from our offices in Oakington, Cambridgeshire or Aylsham, Norfolk.
The position can also be worked remotely with regular visits to the West Midland office.
The successful candidate will work closely with our internal research leads and statisticians and also externally with key opinion leaders, academic partners, social enterprises and pharmaceutical clients as required.
Applicants must have excellent written and verbal skills, fluency in English, have a high attention to detail and the ability to interpret health data. The candidate will be expected to work on multiple projects and deliver quality work as per project timelines. There will also be opportunities for named authorship on publications.

QUALIFICATIONS

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  Minimum BSc in a life science subject such as Biomedical Science or Pharmacology.
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  Advanced degree: MSc or PhD preferred.

EXPERIENCE

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  At least 3-5 years medical writing experience.
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  Experience of interpreting and communicating complex health data to a variety of audiences.
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  Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
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  The ability to work self-sufficiently and in a multi-disciplinary team.
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  Evidence of journal publication is preferable.
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  Experience of standard Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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  Fluent in written and verbal English.

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  Develop publication plans with clients alongside our internal research leads.
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  Liaise with clients and scientific experts to develop publication material as required.
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  Draft and revise manuscripts suitable for journal publication.
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  Generate slide decks and posters for the purposes of client communication and conference presentation.
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  Develop physician education pieces.
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  Write press releases suitable for a variety of audiences.
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  Conduct literature research to develop written materials.
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  Undertake quality checks of written material generated by OPRI.