Medical Writer

W2O Group ,
London, Greater London
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As a medical writer at W2O you will be working across several therapy areas to create a range of material, ensuring the language and content is appropriate for the target audience. Naturally your work will be of the highest quality, scientifically accurate and aligned to the relevant brand. A lot of our work is promotional in nature and so experience with this type of output would be great. Scientific and strategic knowledge * Possesses a solid scientific background and able to learn new therapeutic areas quickly and demonstrate this knowledge * Possesses a good understanding of the clinical trials process and differences between Phase I-III; how trial data are presented; registrational trials and drug approval process o Knowledge of the key statistical variables used in clinical trials (e.g. PFS, OS, safety data, relapse rate, etc.) * Knowledge of measurement scales used in clinical trials (e.g. RECIST, EDSS, etc.) * Able to differentiate between strong and weak data * Uses a range of resources to understand the underlying science and product strategy related to assigned projects * Performs research to support assigned project work (KEE mapping, collating data from resources) and reviews literature and competitive information to continually expand understanding of brand/marketplace and emerging competitors * Has an appreciation of commercial context and is able, with guidance, to assimilate commercial information for assigned therapeutic areas * Demonstrates awareness of brand strategic objectives in written work * Understands and adheres to the ABPI code of conduct under guidance of the senior team and following training Writing skills * Enthusiasm for learning and a keen eye for detail * Demonstrates a clear, concise and accurate writing style, and: o Understands the typical language which should and should not be used (comparisons, unverified claims etc.) * Structures and writes straightforward documents (e.g. simple manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, websites, training programmes, advisory board reports) and checks, and prepares reference packs * Uses therapy area knowledge to ensure communication objectives are met on assigned projects (under supervision of senior editorial team) * Adapts writing style to suit difference audiences (e.g. primary and secondary care physicians, nurses or patients) under the supervision of the senior team * Creates, maintains and takes ownership of assigned projects * Adheres to quality control processes, including: * Accurate referencing * Data checking * Proofreading * Communicates relevant therapy area knowledge to the wider team to keep them up to date Client liaison * Confidently liaises with clients with appropriate support from more senior team members and respond promptly to client requests Growth and New Business * Understands the processes involved in new business and terminology * Actively contributes to assigned areas of proposal development and pitch activity * Undertakes and presents research to a pitch team * Facilitates team input via brainstorms as part of a pitch team Self-Development * Demonstrates strong organisational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills * Actively participates in the briefing process for assigned work - interrogate the brief, and confirm understanding * Ensures clarity on timelines, deadlines, and the availability of key people (reviewers) * Prioritises workload accordingly and flag with account lead(s)/line manager at the earliest stage any potential barriers to successful project completion and suggests solutions * Plays a pivotal role within the editorial team, always leading by example and demonstrating knowledge of good practice/industry guidelines * Recognises where s/he can use his/her skills to support colleagues in both the editorial and account handling teams * Shares insights and experiences with peers to support their professional development * Seeks feedback and proactively feeds back to improve individual and team performance * Participates in the performance review process and deliver against your objectives * Asks questions and prioritises learning Financial * Participates in the execution of established editorial deliverables, and understands the importance of adhering to project schedules, budgets and briefs * Proactively clarifies 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 * Completes timesheets and expense claims accurately and on time Business and Environment * Immerses themselves in the medical communications and pharma industries, clients' companies and therapy areas * Engages with every opportunity to establish an awareness of developments, innovations and trends * Seeks opportunities to reflect these in project work and flags ideas to teams * Proactively gets involved with the agency's non-client work, e.g. inspiration/charity/social

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