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Medical Writer

Job description

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: 12 months with potential to extend
Work set up: Remote

Our client, a leading healthcare consulting firm, is seeking a skilled Medical Writer to deliver high-quality scientific content across a variety of formats including manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, and digital materials. This role requires the ability to quickly assimilate complex information across unfamiliar therapy areas and produce accurate, engaging content within defined timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate effectively, and demonstrate initiative and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

What you will do:

Scientific Content and Data Interpretation

  • Research, write, and revise original editorial content across multiple formats, ensuring scientific accuracy, correct grammar, and alignment with project briefs.
  • Apply growing expertise in therapeutic areas to support clinical and strategic objectives.
  • Perform accurate self-review and editing to ensure first-time quality and flag data inconsistencies for discussion.
  • Tailor deliverables to client goals and product strategy.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with a range of deliverables and the full project lifecycle.
  • Apply industry-standard regulatory and ethical guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE) to all content.

Project Delivery and Ownership

  • Manage multiple concurrent projects efficiently, delivering high-quality work on time and within allocated hours.
  • Demonstrate autonomy and accountability in project delivery, adapting approaches based on feedback.
  • Maintain open, professional communication with team members and project leads, providing proactive updates.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Design, Editorial, and Studio.
  • Take a proactive, professional approach to learning, development, and project ownership.

Client Communication

  • Engage professionally with clients, authors, and external stakeholders via email, calls, and in-person interactions.
  • Lead project-specific communications and provide proactive status updates.
  • Build a trusted, reliable presence in client communications with growing independence.

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Company information

Company
HelloKindred
Location
South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg
South Africa
Posted
11 months ago

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