The Senior Medical Writer independently produces quality print and digital content (including news/feature articles, client-commissioned project articles, e-newsletters, and videos) for MIMS Doctor and MIMS Oncology magazines as well as specialty channels of MIMS.com \xe2\x80\x93 the most trusted sources of healthcare information in Asia. He/she also assists the Managing Editor in reviewing and editing articles submitted by freelance writers/healthcare professionals to ensure adherence to project briefs and MIMS quality standards, and independently manages assigned editorial projects to ensure timely delivery.
Job Responsibilities:
Independently produce well-written, scientifically accurate and clinically relevant news/feature articles based on press releases, press conferences, papers published in local/international medical/life science journals, presentations delivered at local/international medical conferences, and interviews with leading medical experts, for a target audience comprising various medical specialties
Identify topics of clinical relevance and interest to the above target audience
Generate ideas for content development based on knowledge in a range of therapeutic areas and understanding of trends/developments in healthcare
Independently produce high-quality, scientifically accurate and engaging content for print and digital editorial projects (including articles, e-newsletters and videos) in alignment with content briefs provided by clients
Independently manage assigned editorial projects and brief/manage freelance writers to ensure high quality, alignment with content brief, and timely delivery
Peer-review and edit articles written by in-house/freelance writers and healthcare professionals to ensure adherence to MIMS quality standards and alignment with content briefs from clients
Attend events, including press conferences, scientific symposia, and local/international medical conferences (after-hours and weekend attendance occasionally required)
Prepare for and conduct insightful interviews with leading medical experts in various specialties for content development
Assist the Managing Editor in project management and editorial operations, and identify solutions to project-related issues to ensure client and KOL satisfaction as well as timely completion of projects while maintaining editorial integrity
Requirements:
A recognized degree in life science or healthcare, with knowledge in a range of therapeutic areas
Excellent English writing and editing
Ability to produce scientifically accurate, high-quality and engaging content for print and digital media in a consistent and efficient manner, with a high level of attention to details
4\xe2\x80\x935 years of experience in medical writing in a publication or communication agency setting
Ability to present scientific data in engaging and well-structured articles in alignment with project brief
Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while working under tight timelines
Proficiency in communicating and conducting interviews with leading medical experts globally
Excellent team spirit and a collaborative, solution-oriented approach in resolving issues
Interest in medical innovation and healthcare, and the ability to identify and report relevant news
Good organization, communication and interpersonal skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
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