Job Description

Role Summary

• Responsibilities: You will be working on projects that involve the detailed analysis and creative presentation of clinical trial data for a range of clients, including the industry\xe2\x80\x99s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations.
• Salary: S$4,500 per month. However we may be able to offer a higher starting salary for more experienced candidates or candidates with postgraduate qualifications. Salary increases are typically awarded annually and again on promotion, which can be achieved in as little as 12 months
• Benefits: Hybrid working options, generous holiday allowance, flexible working hours, private medical insurance, comprehensive travel insurance, full funding for external training, and
• Role Type: Full-time, permanent
• Start Date: We are currently recruiting for start dates for 2024
• Location: Our new recruits will be based in our

About the Role

In order to support our growing client base in China, we are seeking a Medical Writer and Analyst with exceptional English and Mandarin language skills to join us and focus on project work in both languages. The Mandarin speaking Medical Writer and Analyst will be based in our Singapore office, and will work closely with our Asia-Pacific Head and the Asia-Pacific team, as well as collaborating with experts in our UK team.

We are looking for those with experience in scientific research and for enthusiastic recent graduates in the sciences who possess exceptional English and Mandarin language skills and have keen interest in pioneering further expansion of the company into China. Therefore, this is a particularly exciting opportunity for an individual who is keen to help shape the future of Costello Medical.

Medical Writers and Analysts work on projects involving the detailed analysis of data from clinical trials and the assimilation and creative presentation of this analysis in different formats including posters, slide sets, value dossiers, reports and peer-reviewed publications. These deliverables are used directly by our clients in communication with external stakeholders instrumental to the successful uptake of novel therapies. The work is structured on a project-by-project basis and you will usually be working on several projects in different disease areas at any one time.

You will work in project teams alongside experienced colleagues who provide one-to-one training in the technical aspects of the role, including project management and effective client communication. Delivering project work requires close collaboration with clients, and following a successful induction period you will increasingly participate in teleconferences and face-to-face meetings with external stakeholders.

Career Profile

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A Day in the Life of an Analyst or Medical Writer

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Requirements

About You

We are looking for individuals who are collaborative, self-motivated and enthusiastic with a genuine interest in healthcare and an eagerness to learn about new areas of science.

Essential requirements for the role are:

• A degree level or higher qualification in a scientific discipline (minimum CAP 4/5 or equivalent). We welcome applications from candidates with a diverse range of specialisms, including but not limited to; biology, chemistry, pharmacy, medicine and biological engineering
• An exceptional written and spoken fluency in Mandarin (equivalent to native Mandarin language skills) and excellent written and spoken fluency in English in order to deliver client work across Asia, with a focus on China
• An ability to communicate scientific materials clearly in both written and oral form
• An excellent understanding of and ability to apply scientific concepts
• A close attention to detail
• An aptitude for and experience of scientific writing which could include dissertations, research summaries, lab reports, poster or oral presentations, peer-reviewed scientific publications, book chapters, grant applications, regulatory documents, and articles for websites or student magazines
• Strong competency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work across multiple projects at the same time

Previous experience in this sector, including in the Chinese healthcare system, is highly desirable. You should have a genuine interest in healthcare and an eagerness to learn about new areas of clinical science

Benefits

About Costello Medical

Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry\xe2\x80\x99s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. Our lasting client partnerships create a direct and measurable impact on the successful launch of novel therapies and devices across a wide range of disease areas. Our vision is to be a community of the very best people, constantly challenging ourselves to make meaningful and outstanding contributions to improving healthcare.

We are committed to our company values which are central to creating our fun, friendly and innovative workplace in which we strive to deliver the highest standards of quality. As a result, we have been listed in for five consecutive years.

On 27th May 2022 Costello Medical received its certification as a . We are really proud of this achievement as it demonstrates that Costello Medical is meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance. We underwent a rigorous assessment that covered the whole of our business including employee benefits, charitable giving and sustainability. We believe this certification is external validation of our mission to be a force for good.

The Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process includes a written assessment for you to complete in your own time. If successful, you will be invited to an interview which will include a short presentation you can prepare for in advance. Our standard recruitment process lasts around one month however, this can be adapted if necessary.

We are currently recruiting for start dates throughout 2024. Additional start dates may also be available and you will be asked to state your availability on your application form.

We accept applications for our Medical Writer and Analyst role on a rolling basis and, therefore, there are no set application deadlines. However, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible so that we can begin processing your application.

What We Offer

• A starting salary of S$4,500 per month. However we may be able to offer a higher starting salary for more experienced candidates. Salary increases are typically awarded after 6 and 12 months and will then be reviewed on a yearly basis
• 18 days\xe2\x80\x99 annual leave plus public holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits scheme offering additional holiday, cash payments and wellbeing benefits
• Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications
• Comprehensive travel insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Regular company-funded social activities

Please click here to learn about our reward package and the other benefits of working for Costello Medical:

How to Apply

You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter, you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical, with examples to support both. As written communication is a vital skill for this role, if your cover letter is suspected to have been generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI), your application is likely to be disqualified. Your CV should clearly state the dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable. Please contact the Talent Acquisition team at if you have any questions about the role or application process.

Visa Sponsorship We can support Employment Pass applications for eligible candidates for our Bilingual Mandarin Medical Writer and Analyst role. You will be asked to provide details of your right to work in Singapore within your application, however this will have no impact on the processing of your application.

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