Careers

we are looking for a Medical writer 

As a Medical Writer at akt health, you will be working across several therapy areas to create a range of engaging and creative scientific material. You will take pride in creating scientifically accurate content for both promotional and non-promotional deliverables.

The Role

Client Work

• Deep scientific/therapeutic knowledge
• Able to lead discussions on therapy area, therapy decision-making considerations and patient pathways with clients and external clinical leaders

Writing skills

• Undertakes content delivery with minimal supervision from senior team to ensure timely execution to a high standard
• Clear, persuasive writing style, able to develop a compelling narrative from complex information
• Apply critical thinking skills towards applying a project brief to achieve deliverables in a timely and efficient manner
• Balance telling a coherent and compelling story within the regulatory framework
• Challenge client / account teams on the most effective approach in addressing client / brand needs

Client liaison

• Leads scientific discussion with clients and external experts as appropriate to capture briefs, resolve queries, and progress scientific content development in timely and efficient manner
• Comfortable to present work to clients and has the ability to articulate the story
• Provides input and recommendations to enhance service offering and support organic growth of designated accounts

Internal liaison

• Can articulate the scientific story to non-scientific colleagues in a clear and concise manner
• Able to flex to changing pressures from client timelines and needs while protecting QC steps to maintain output even if this means ‘pushing back’

New business development

• Helps to identify opportunities in assigned accounts and lead meetings and strategic discussions with clients, authors, and advisors
• Provide practical and easy to disseminate client briefs

What You Should Have

• Experience in a Medical Writing role within an agency environment
• Educated to at least Master’s degree level in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy or a related discipline. A PhD would be an advantage
• Proven ability to work under pressure as business needs arise
• Excellent written English (vocabulary and grammar), with good attention to detail
• Good interpersonal and awareness skills
• Excellent IT skills, particularly using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint