About this role
A BOLDSCIENCE Medical Writer (MW) has prior experience working within the medical communications industry (or similar) and can demonstrate solid writing skills and a great attitude to hit the ground running.
An MW is clear on the expectations of their role, and they know when to be proactive and when to sense-check their approach. An MW is still learning the breadth and depth of medical writing projects. They proactively ask questions and take direction to deliver a good first draft, and can incorporate feedback to produce client-ready work. They are organized and manage their time effectively, ensuring the team is updated on actions. They can keep a cool head while managing multiple tasks and deadlines. An MW has a passion for creativity and consistently looks for different, creative, engaging ways to deliver scientific content. They are all about the team and enjoy partnering as a mentor for new Associate MWs (AMWs) as they begin their BOLD journey.
DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:
At BOLDSCIENCE, no two days are the same, and our MWs actively support their account and the Scientific Services team. Some typical activities include:
Technical Writing:
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Design, develop and edit different types of materials across a wide range of project types for various audiences. Materials may include:
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Slide decks
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Digital materials
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Manuscripts and congress publications
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Meeting materials
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Deliver a good first draft for scientific review that meets the brief and is considered “client-ready”
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Produce work to a consistently high standard, which is well thought through, carefully researched, and technically accurate
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Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the brief, asking questions to ensure they have all the relevant information to work independently
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Able to critically review and amend their own work to ensure consistency and accuracy prior to sending it for review
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Open to receiving feedback and ensures that feedback is incorporated accurately and consistently carried forward
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Written materials are completed within the specified time allocated for the project
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Proactively volunteers for data checking and performs it accurately and in line with BOLD processes
Scientific Knowledge:
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Keep abreast of new scientific developments and share knowledge with the internal team and clients, where appropriate
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Shows the ability to research and is curious to develop their scientific knowledge on a specific therapy area/client account
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Flexible and eager to work across different client accounts, deliverables, and therapy areas
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Developing an in-depth understanding of at least one product
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Developing familiarity with leading experts within a specific therapeutic area
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Consistently asks questions to build their knowledge and expertise
Project Management Skills:
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Organized and able to effectively manage their time to prioritize tasks across different projects
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Always meets deadlines and alerts seniors if they envisage a project will take more time
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Play an active role in client calls
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Contributes to internal status calls to keep the team updated on actions
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Provide on-site or virtual support for meetings/events under the guidance of a senior team member
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Proactive in responding to team questions but recognizes when to gain advice from seniors
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Collaborates and builds strong relationships with clients and the wider BOLD team, including client services and studio
Financial Management Skills:
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Demonstrates knowledge of allocated hours and strives to work within them
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Maintains an average billability of 85–90%
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Ensures that timesheets are completed accurately and promptly
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Higher degree in a relevant subject (PhD, MD, PharmD, etc.)
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Proactive approach and an enthusiasm for trying new things
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1–3 years of experience in medical writing (preferably within a medical communications agency)
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Excellent written and verbal communication with a passion for creativity
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Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple projects
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Good organizational skills