Job DescriptionThe Senior Medical Writer: 1) writes original content for publications activities, and other materials for healthcare professional (HCP) and internal client audiences; 2) demonstrates a command of relevant therapeutic areas and expertise with assigned products; 3) analyzes, interprets, and applies clinical data to produce high-quality scientific communications; 4) follows all internal processes and procedures with regard to workflow, development of deliverables, and adherence to industry best practices and guidelines.
Job Duties- Demonstrate a command of assigned therapeutic areas and expertise with assigned products
- Write original content for publication/communication activities (primary and review manuscripts, abstracts, posters), slide presentations, meeting summaries, and other materials for HCP and internal audiences
- Prepare materials according to internal writing guidelines and other applicable guidelines (eg, client-specific style guidelines, compliance best practices, journal style guidelines)
- Follow all internal processes and procedures with regard to workflow, development of deliverables, and adherence to industry best practices, including GPP3
- Demonstrate the flexibility/adaptability necessary to function on different therapeutic teams as needed
- Interpret and apply clinical data
- Maintain a proactive approach on initiatives for existing and prospective clients
- Work in conjunction with team members to manage workload and develop and adhere to logical and attainable timelines for project completion
- Attend team meetings to provide input and aid in troubleshooting/problem-solving
- Efficiently and accurately collate and incorporate author/client comments
- Participate in author/client teleconferences and answer content-related questions
- Lead author teleconferences as necessary
- Review/revise medical writers and freelance writers' work as necessary
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and strategic publications planning meetings to aid in strategy/goals
- Attend advisory boards, roundtables, etc, to record and synthesize meeting into a formal report
- Assist in development of new business presentations by researching, analyzing, and synthesizing pharmacologic attributes, existing clinical data, and market research into strategic application for capabilities
- Attend and participate in new business presentations as appropriate
Internal and External Relationships
- Foster and develop collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to produce quality work within established timelines and to ensure innovative and collaborative solutions to client needs
- Exhibit professional manner and be a positive force for enhancing the team culture, constructive working relationships, consensus building, and internal communications
- Work as part of a team to ensure that it is meeting company goals and objectives, and adhering to corporate values
- Represent the organization in an appropriate manner
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with internal and external stakeholders
- Keep management apprised of key departmental concerns and issues
Key Competencies- Excellent attention to detail and high degree of scientific and medical accuracy
- Ability to manage outcomes to win-win resolution
- Ability to identify key issues and to creatively and strategically overcome challenges or obstacles
- High level of integrity, ethics, confidentiality, and accountability
- Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills with an ability to multitask
- Well-developed professional communication skills, including written and interpersonal
- Flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to work effectively under time constraints
- Ability to interact effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Established track record of high-quality medical communications outputs (eg, manuscripts, posters, physician/patient materials)
- Expertise in multiple therapeutic areas
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
QualificationsRequirements- PhD, PharmD, or MD
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in medical communications
- Substantial professional medical writing experience in a wide variety of communication formats
- Ability to work independently on assigned projects
Working Conditions- Ability to travel as client needs require (e.g., client meetings, congress meetings, sales meetings)
- Ability to attend and conduct virtual or in-person presentations
- Ability to commit to extra and/or nontraditional hours as client needs require
Additional InformationSynchrony places high value on the well-being of its employees; therefore, Synchrony team members are eligible for a comprehensive array of benefits, including competitive salaries, generous paid time off, excellent health insurance, family leave, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.
