Associate Medical Writer - South Africa

Associate Medical Writer

Reports to Medical Writer/Senior Medical Writer

Location: South Africa - Remote working with an established team in the UK

Job Summary

This is a great opportunity to enter the world of medical communications! A Life Sciences degree and a passion for healthcare is a good starting point, no previous writing experience is necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

You will love this role if you:

• Have a strong scientific background and can communicate complex scientific ideas in an accurate and innovative way
• Are a proactive and confident individual looking for a dynamic role involving face-to-face interaction with clients and scientific experts

You will be a success if you:

• Can quickly pick up on new therapy areas and disseminate information in a clear and accurate manner
• Can work under pressure, independently and as part of a team, and deliver high-quality work
• Demonstrate the ability to interact appropriately with key experts, negotiate on content and make constructive suggestions

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• Degree Educated within a scientific discipline (or equivalent)
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interpret and fulfil client briefs in a creative and technically accurate manner
• Attention to detail
• Willingness / ability to learn and apply new skills and new scientific / therapeutic / regulatory information
• Adaptability / flexibility
• Good project management skills
• Able to multitask and prioritise; excellent time management skills

Travel Requirements

• As required by business needs