Medical Writer

2 Weeks ago • 3-5 Years • Editorial • $85,000 PA - $95,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Medical Writer at Medscape Medical Affairs will create high-quality scientific and clinical content for healthcare providers. Responsibilities include developing various content formats (PowerPoint presentations, text-based copy) for multimedia programs, ensuring alignment with program goals, collaborating with medical experts, and staying current with clinical issues and literature. The role requires strong medical writing skills, experience in medical education program development, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree in a medical or science-related field (preferred) or a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience. This is a fully remote position.
Must have:
  • 3-5 years medical writing/content development experience
  • Experience in medical education program development
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & excellent writing/editing skills
  • Advanced degree in medical/science field (preferred)
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Medical Affairs experience
  • Expertise in hematology/oncology, neurology, or immunology
  • Proficiency with web-based authoring tools
  • Additional languages

Job Details

Description

Position at WebMD

WebMD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical condition, disability, veterans status, or any other basis protected by law. 

Medscape Medical Affairs, a division of WebMD, is a trusted resource for physicians and healthcare professionals, offering clinical reference tools, the latest medical information, education, and peer-to-peer collaboration opportunities. Our mission is to empower healthcare providers with resources that elevate patient care and outcomes across the globe.
POSITION TITLE & SUMMARY: MEDICAL WRITER
The Medical Writer will leverage scientific/clinical expertise and exceptional medical writing skills to support development of Medscape Medical Affairs programs delivered at the highest standards. 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
MEDICAL WRITING
  • Create high-quality scientific, medical, and/or clinical content for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers 
  • Develop PowerPoint presentations, text-based copy, and other project-related deliverables for multimedia programs across digital, live virtual, and/or in-person formats
  • Ensure content alignment with program goals and client expectations
  • Engage with thought leaders and medical experts in the specified therapeutic area to support content development
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of key clinical issues within the therapeutic areas of interest; remain current with relevant literature; clinical practice guidelines; approved therapeutic drugs, regimens, and devices; and therapeutic pipelines
MEDICAL EDUCATION EXPERTISE 
  • Create medical education content that is clinically appropriate, instructionally-sound, and adherent to industry regulations
  • Support application of adult learning theory, instructional design principles, and best practices for health care provider education for specified projects
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION
  • Meet regularly with team members to review work quality, client satisfaction, productivity metrics, and progress toward project-related objectives
  • Demonstrate accountability against defined performance standards for working with internal teams and clients 
  • Complete projects within established timelines and to specifications

 

 
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in developing digital, live virtual, in-person, and hybrid medical education programs for healthcare providers
  • Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience as a medical writer/content developer at a medical education/communications agency
    • Preference given to individuals with prior Medical Affairs experience
    • Preference given to individuals with established expertise in hematology/oncology, neurology, or immunology
  • Highly proficient in written English and verbal communication skills; additional languages a plus
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Office suite - particularly PowerPoint - with excellent editorial skills (writing and editing)
  • An advanced degree in a medical or science-related specialty (MD, PharmD, RN, NP, PA, PhD) is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree (life sciences, public health, or clinical sciences) or similar with several years’ relevant work experience required
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
  • Excellent computer skills that include working remotely on shared networks and cloud-based systems (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive, Workfront, and others)
  • Proficiency with web-based data and document sharing sites and authoring tools (Box, Read Cube, EndNote, Tableau) a plus
  • Comfortable in a highly deadline-driven environment; able to pivot quickly between tasks and adapt to rapidly shifting priorities
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently 
  • Possessing strong problem-solving and time-management skills; capable of addressing unforeseen issues to ensure that project goals and timelines are consistently met
  • High degree of professionalism and comfortable building collaborative work relationships with both internal and external stake holders
  • Excellent organizational skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines 
  • Willingness to travel; estimated up to 15% (during peak times) for program delivery and training opportunities

This is a fully remote position with a salary $85,000 to $95,000 depending on experience.

Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to develop meaningful medical education; and advance your career in a stimulating environment within a business that is at the forefront of driving better outcomes for patients. If you're ready to make an impact on patient care, we want to hear from you.

 

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