Associate Medical Writer

Group: Medical Writing

Reports to: Vice President, Clinical Operations

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the lead Medical Writer, the Associate Medical Writer prepares sections of clinical documents, including but not limited to: methodology sections of clinical study reports, patient narratives, in-text tables and figures for clinical documents using statistical output (i.e., tables, data listings, and figures) as a source. The Associate Medical Writer Formats clinical documents using template-specified styles. The Associate Medical Writer prepares clinical documents for publishing by reviewing and correcting document format and collecting, formatting, and organizing appendix materials. The Associate Medical Writer formats clinical documents using template-specified styles, prepares clinical documents for publishing by reviewing and correcting document format and collecting, formatting, and organizing appendix materials, performs quality control (QC) review of clinical study reports and clinical sections of regulatory submissions written by other medical writers, keeps lead Medical Writer and management informed on progress of documents and other project-related information, performs literature searches and performs administrative duties as requested.  Project work is to be completed within a time period that supports project needs and deadlines.  Furthermore, project work is to be of high quality and accurate.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Education: BS/BSc/BA in a science or industry-related discipline.
• Minimum Work Requirements: Minimum 1 to 3 years experience in a professional environment, preferably in a contract research organization (CRO), pharmaceutical, or biotech setting. Internships and other work/study programs may contribute toward this requirement.  Medical/technical writing experience preferred
• Skills: Excellent writing skills (e.g., English usage), a keen attention to detail, and strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required.  Word processing skills using MicroSoft Word are required.  Familiarity with medical terminology and statistical concepts preferred

Submit Your Resume

If you would like to be considered for a position at Veristat, please submit your resume to Human Resources at hr@veristat.com