As a Senior Medical Communications Content Writer, they will play a critical role in our efforts to deliver high-quality communication materials that support our clients’ goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Content Development:
- Understand project briefs and guide content writers and cross-functional teams.
- Research, write, and edit various medical communication materials, including scientific manuscripts, medical marketing collateral, and educational content.
- Knowledge of different marketing collaterals and best practices.
- Create content outlines and storylines, aligning with business/marketing objectives and campaign plans.
- Review and proof-read content for quality and accuracy.
- Create various types of collaterals:Print materials – Brochures, POS material, posters, newsletters, patient cards, etc.
Digital materials – Emails, iDetails, E-learning modules, social media posts, slides, PPTs, etc.
Audio-visual materials – Educational videos, MoA Videos, 2D/3D animations, etc.
Scientific Accuracy:
- Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and scientific rigor of all content.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest healthcare, pharmaceutical, and therapeutic developments.
Audience Adaptation:
- Customize content for diverse target audiences, including healthcare professionals, patients, and regulatory authorities, maintaining scientific integrity and regulatory compliance.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including medical experts, graphic designers, digital coding experts, project managers, clients, and client servicing teams.
- Liaise directly with clients and external stakeholders as required.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Adhere to industry guidelines, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.
- Ensure all content meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.
People & Project Management:
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and within-scope completion.
- Work closely with the content writing team; review content created by team members; train, mentor, and guide new team members.
Feedback Integration:
- Incorporate feedback from clients and internal stakeholders to continually improve and refine content.
Content Approval Support:
- Aware of different types of submissions for content approval by clients/regulatory bodies/healthcare authorities, preferably in US, UK, EU, Middle East, and Asian markets.
- Hands-on experience with Veeva Vault PromoMats is essential; other submission processes are an added advantage.
Qualifications & requirements:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, pharmacy) is required. Advanced degrees (e.g., PhD) are a plus.
- 4+ years of experience in medical communications, medical writing, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, including knowledge of clinical trials, drug development, regulatory processes, and marketing activities.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts clearly and engagingly.
- Proficiency with industry-specific software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, EndNote, and reference management software, Veeva Vault, Aprimo, etc).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Knowledge of industry guidelines, including ICH-GCP, PhRMA, and CONSORT, is a plus.
- Flexible to work between 2 PM to 11 PM IST.
