Senior Medical Content Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Senior Medical Content Specialist to play a critical role in our efforts to deliver high-quality communication materials that support our clients' goals. This position requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical, life sciences, medical devices and healthcare industry, and the ability to understand complex information and create clear and engaging content.

The ideal candidate must have a strong background in medical and scientific writing, especially in medico-marketing/marketing communications. They should have experience as a people manager – managing a team of ≥4 medical content writers for both US & global markets.

• Content Development: Ability to read and understand the project brief, guide the content writers and cross-functional teams on scope of work. Research, write, and edit a wide range of medical communication materials, including scientific manuscripts, medical marketing collateral, and educational content.
• Scientific Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and scientific rigor of all content by staying up-to-date with the latest developments in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and relevant therapeutic areas.
• Audience Adaptation: Write/adapt/customize the content to diverse target audiences, including healthcare professionals, patients, and regulatory authorities, while maintaining scientific integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including medical experts, graphic designers, digital coding experts, project managers, clients & client servicing teams, to produce cohesive and effective communication materials.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to industry guidelines, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards to ensure all content meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that they are completed on time and within scope. Work closely with peers & colleagues from content writing team; review the content created by fellow team members; train, mentor, and guide the new team members on content writing as well as ways of working.
• Assign jobs to team members based on volumes, skillset, complexity and expertise, while ensuring optimal utilization of all team members. Prepare & submit reports about the team members, including quality, timeliness, utilization, and others.
• Incorporate feedback from clients and internal stakeholders to continually improve and refine content. Be aware of different types of submissions involved in content approval by clients/regulatory bodies/healthcare authorities preferably the US, UK, EU, middle east & Asian markets.

• Masters degree in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, pharmacy) is required. Advanced degrees (e.g, PhD) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in medical communications, medical writing, or a related field and 2+ years as people manager/team lead.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, including knowledge of clinical trials, drug development, regulatory processes, and marketing activities.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts in a clear and engaging manner. Ability to edit the content for language, grammar, standard styles, referencing styles etc.
• Proficiency with industry-specific software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, EndNote, and reference management software, Veeva Vault, Aprimo etc).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.