
Expert Scientific Writer
3 days ago
To manage and complete assigned Medical Communications deliverables at high quality standards and in accordance with agreed timelines. Projects include manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide sets, satellite symposia content, congress or advisory board reports, publication planning and medical education materials for internal medical and/or clinical teams.
Job Description
Major Activities
Demonstrate a command of assigned therapeutic areas and expertise with assigned products. Research and write original content for publications activities (primary and review manuscripts, abstracts, posters), slide presentations and other materials based on direction and materials supplied by customers. Prepare meeting materials for satellite symposia (agenda, slide content, speaker briefings etc), and reports from advisory boards and other internal or external meetings. Develop content that is scientifically accurate, evidence-based, grammatically accurate, referenced using appropriate sources, and consistent with quality standards for author review, customer review as appropriate, and scientific peer review. As needed, perform quality control (QC) checking / proof reading of the above mentioned documents to meet customer expectations. Clearly communicate medical scientific concepts in a condensed, audience-appropriate way 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 and to work on projects across multiple brands at any given time. Interpret and apply clinical data in medical communication deliverables. Work in conjunction with service team and line manager to develop and adhere to logical and attainable timelines for project completion. Provide input and aid in troubleshooting/problem-solving. Collate and incorporate author/customers comments. Lead and/or participate in author/client teleconferences. Provide accurate citations in text (utilizing Reference Manager system), a bibliography, and appropriately annotated references for medical review. Participate in strategic and tactical publications planning and related research. Work as part of a team; train new colleagues as and when required. Supports people and performance management. Maintains records for all assigned projects including archiving. Maintains audit, SOP and training compliance. Performs additional tasks as assigned.
Key Performance Indicators
Adheres to quality, timeliness and productivity of deliverables as per KPI targets. Attention to detail and high degree of scientific and medical accuracy in medical writing. Ability to identify key issues and to creatively and strategically overcome challenges or obstacles. Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills. Well-developed professional communication skills, including written and inter-personal. Exceptional organizational skills with adeptness at multitasking. Flexibility and adaptability to change; ability to work under time constraints. Ability to interact effectively in a team-oriented environment. Established track record of high-quality medical communications outputs (eg, manuscripts, posters, etc). Understanding of good publication practice guidelines (GPP3). Adheres to Novartis values and behaviors.
Job Requirements
Functional Competencies
Level
Results Driven
Advanced
Customer/Quality Focus
Advanced
Leadership
Intermediate
Innovative and creative
Intermediate
Fast / Action oriented / Initiative / Simplicity
Intermediate
Empowerment / Accountability
Advanced
Commitment / Self discipline
Advanced
Mutual respect / Trust / Loyalty / Candor
Advanced
Open Communication/Collaboration/Compassion
Intermediate
Drug Development
Intermediate
Science and Technology
Advanced
Commercial Proficiency
Intermediate
Operational Excellence
Advanced
Clinical communication & Info. Mgmt.
Advanced
Strategic Thinking
Intermediate
Leadership Competencies
Level
Sets clear direction and aligns team and others around common objectives
Intermediate
Energizes the Team
Intermediate
Displays Passion for the 3 Cs (Consumers, Customers, Competition)
Intermediate
Exercises Good Judgment and Drives Change for Competitive Advantage
Intermediate
Drives for Superior Results and Has Passion to Win
Intermediate
Builds the Talent Pipeline
Intermediate
Inspires Continuous Improvement and Breakthrough Thinking
Intermediate
Displays Analytical and Conceptual thinking
Intermediate
Functional Experience
Total number of years required
Scientific/ Clinical Knowledge of Safety aspects, TA, Disease, Brand
Extensive (Critical)
Writing medical documents and publications (eg., abstracts, literature review, slide sets, posters, manuscripts, meeting reports)
Extensive (Critical)
Clinical Research/ Drug Development
Solid (Critical)
Drug Safety
Extensive (Critical)
Quality management
Solid (Critical)
IT/ web applications, office productivity tools and document formatting skills
Extensive (Critical)
Leadership Experience
Total number of years required
Project Management
Solid (Critical)
People Management
Exposure
Third Party (Customer/Vendor/Buyer)
Relationship Management
Solid (Critical)
Managing Cross Cultural Matrix Organisation
Solid (Critical)
Budgetary Management
Exposure
Driving operational excellence
Solid (Critical)
Job Dimensions
Number of associates:
None
Financial responsibility:
(Budget, Cost, Sales, etc.)
None
Impact on the organization:
Timely preparation of medical and scientific documents to meet regulatory requirements, for publication of clinical trial results, to increase customer awareness of company products, and to support marketing activities.
Ideal Background
Education:
Minimum: Minimum science degree or equivalent.
Desirable: MSc, PhD, PharmD, or MD.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years' experience in medical communications.
Medical writing experience.
Good understanding of industry work processes for publications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook).
Excellent written and oral English
Skills Desired
Building Construction, Clinical Practices, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Hazard Identification, Health Sciences, Immunology, Intensive Care UnIT (Icu), Internal Control, Internal Medicine, Job Description, Medical Information, Organization Skills, Patient Care, Stakeholder Engagement, Tcp/Ip Protocols, Utilization Management (Um)
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