Medical Writer Jobs
A Medical Writer in the publishing industry plays a crucial role in creating, editing, and reviewing medical content for various types of media such as books, academic journals, magazines, and medical websites. Their tasks include writing medical reports, summarizing medical studies, helping design clinical trials, and creating promotional materials for pharmaceutical companies. They are involved in the entire lifecycle of a medical publication, from development and writing to proofreading and publication, ensuring accuracy and adherence to ethical guidelines.
Essential skills for a Medical Writer include excellent written communication, attention to detail, strong research skills, and the ability to interpret and synthesize complex medical information. They should also have a thorough understanding of medical terminology and healthcare regulations. Preferred certifications for this role can include a Bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences or medicine, and certification from the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA). Prior roles that can lead to becoming a Medical Writer include experience as a Clinical Research Associate, Medical Journal Editor, Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, or any other role involving substantial medical writing or editing.
Organization Overview The Rockefeller University Press (RUP) publishes a portfolio of biomedical research journals: The Journal of Cell Biology, The Journal of Experimental Medicine, The Journal...
Senior Scientific Writer - Faculty and Research Development
- Houston, TX
- 9 hours ago
- Houston, TX
- 9 hours ago
At Houston Methodist, the Senior Scientific Writer contributes to faculty success by collaborating with scientific and clinical teams to coordinate, develop, edit, and review high-quality...
Supervises, trains, and mentors less experienced medical writers, as necessary....
Purpose of the Position The Senior Science Writer role is responsible for strengthening Thorlabs' position as a leading manufacturer of Photonics products through the creation of effective...
Purpose of the Position The Science Writer II role is responsible for strengthening Thorlabs' position as a leading manufacturer of Photonics products through the creation of effective technical...
Assists in developing and maintaining document templates, department standard processes and work instructions, medical writer onboarding materials, and style guide Serves as primary medical writing...
Scientific Writer, Neurosurgery Winston Salem, NC, United States Job ID: 149141 Job Family: Professional Services Status: Full Time Shift: Day Detailed Shift and Schedule: M-F 8-5 Job Type:...
This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: **Department**BSD MED - Administration - Research Development**About the Department**The Department of Medicine was the first department...
Essential Responsibilities Technical writing and editing Assist in the development/writing/review/QC/formatting of scientific and technical documents Assist in the...
Developing white papers, literature reviews, and clinical study summaries to support scientific and commercial initiatives....
Manual of Style and Microsoft Word Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and independently, as well as with others across the firm Ability to self-motivate and meet deadlines with reasonable accuracy...
Principal Medical Writer, Scientific Publications - Oncology
- Mettawa, IL
- 7 days ago
- Mettawa, IL
- 7 days ago
Coaches, mentors, and assists more junior medical writers. Provides guidance to non-AbbVie medical writers and external vendors/agencies....
Remote WorkSenior Medical Writer, Scientific Publications - Oncology
- Mettawa, IL
- 7 days ago
- Mettawa, IL
- 7 days ago
The Senior Medical Writer is responsible for providing medical writing, ensuring successful preparation of high quality documents and effective implementation of the writing process....
Remote WorkA minimum of 3 years in clinical research, medical writing, clinical science in the medical device industry. Experience in orthopedics, preferred....
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- Clinical Research
- Regulations
- Immunology
- Scientific Research
- Drug Development
- Neuroscience
- Experimental Design
- Biostatistics
- Clinical Trials
- Drug Discovery
- Medical Device Sales
- Biotechnology
- Pharmacovigilance
- Medical Affairs
- ICH Guidelines
- Chicago Manual of Style
- Fact-checking
- Journalism
- AMA Manual of Style
- Style Guides
- Publishing
- White Papers
- Copy Editing
- Medical Editing
- News Writing
- Academic Writing
- Multimedia
- Resume Writing
- Science Writing
- Medical Writing
- Grammar
- Scientific Writing
- Content Writing
- Deadline Driven
- Press Releases
- Proofreading
- Search Engine Optimization
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe
- Photography
- Proposals
- Interviewing
- Engineering
- Strategy Development
- Analytical Skills
- Writing Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Presentation
- Events
- Documentation
- Flexibility
- Reporting
- Collaboration
- Budgets
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- English
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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