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Scientific Lead- Inflammation/Immunology
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What they do
A Medical Writer applies the principles of clinical research in developing clinical trial documents that effectively and clearly describe the research results, product use, and other medical information. Medical writers may also offer writing support to the principal investigators for grant applications and specialized publications.
$106,805 / year median in the U.S.
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Scientific Lead (Medical Communications
- Philadelphia, NYC and surrounding areas
REMOTE ICON
plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.Title:
Scientific Lead- Inflammation/Immunology (Global Medical Communications)
Location:
Remote- Candidates must be located in
NY/NJ/PA/DE
for locality to dedicated client.- Client meetings approximately once a quarter
- About the role: ICON Global Medical Communications (GMC) is looking for a passionate, and inspiring Scientific Lead
- Inflammation/Immunology to join our team.
What You'll Be Doing:
Content oversight and quality control responsibilities are including but not limited to: Review work of other internal writers, including junior medical writers Product/therapy area information and strategic insight pertinent to the assigned projects Fact checking assigned manuscripts Collaboration with the Scientific Manager and account managers to help ensure adherence to agreed-upon timelines Helping to oversee all aspects of project development from initiation to completion, including escalating issues with financial impacts Scientific/medical writing and content-development support: Writing manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, and/ or other deliverables requiring scientific/medical writing support Identify and obtain required/helpful background materials, including from client Collaborating with editorial support staff to provide necessary background and technical information Participate in onboarding and mentoring of new and junior medical writers Conduct background research and writing support for new business proposals and organic growth opportunities What you need: This person should have prior experience with background researching, developing, and high-quality writing for the diverse array of deliverables within medical publications and medical communications. Advanced degree, preferably PhD but PharmD and MD may also be considered Prior experience in a medical publications/medical communications agency Minimum of 4+ years experience of high-level content development and management activities in the medical communication agency setting 3 years as a Senior Medical Writer, strongly preferred CMPP™/MAPPS Certification, great to have Demonstrable history of relevant high-level writing support and review (e.g, while at a medical communications agency), including proficiency with ICMJE and GPP guidelines; reviewing and interpreting scientific and technical journal content; knowledge of diverse prescribed styles and formats People management and client relationship skills preferred Ability to work efficiently with network directories/databases Familiarity and ability to work with industry standard resources (e.g., PubMed/Medline, clinicaltrials.gov, various market intelligence/data analytic providers, etc) Ability to work with cross-functional teams (e.g., editorial/library services, graphics/digital services, presentations support, etc) What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.Our benefits examples include:
Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless- there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.