A BOLDSCIENCE Medical Writer (MW) has prior experience working within the medical communications industry (or similar) and can demonstrate solid writing skills and a great attitude to hit the ground running. An MW is clear on the expectations of their role, and they know when to be proactive and when to sense-check their approach. An MW is still learning the breadth and depth of medical writing projects. They proactively ask questions and take direction to deliver a good first draft, and can incorporate feedback to produce client-ready work. They are organized and manage their time effectively, ensuring the team is updated on actions. They can keep a cool head while managing multiple tasks and deadlines. An MW has a passion for creativity and consistently looks for different, creative, engaging ways to deliver scientific content. They are all about the team and enjoy partnering as a mentor for new Associate MWs (AMWs) as they begin their BOLD journey. DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES: At BOLDSCIENCE, no two days are the same, and our MWs actively support their account and the Scientific Services team. Some typical activities include: Technical Writing: • Design, develop and edit different types of materials across a wide range of project types for various audiences. Materials may include: • Slide decks • Digital materials • Manuscripts and congress publications • Meeting materials • Deliver a good first draft for scientific review that meets the brief and is considered “client-ready” • Produce work to a consistently high standard, which is well thought through, carefully researched, and technically accurate • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the brief, asking questions to ensure they have all the relevant information to work independently • Able to critically review and amend their own work to ensure consistency and accuracy prior to sending it for review • Open to receiving feedback and ensures that feedback is incorporated accurately and consistently carried forward • Written materials are completed within the specified time allocated for the project • Proactively volunteers for data checking and performs it accurately and in line with BOLD processes Scientific Knowledge: • Keep abreast of new scientific developments and share knowledge with the internal team and clients, where appropriate • Shows the ability to research and is curious to develop their scientific knowledge on a specific therapy area/client account • Flexible and eager to work across different client accounts, deliverables, and therapy areas • Developing an in-depth understanding of at least one product • Developing familiarity with leading experts within a specific therapeutic area • Consistently asks questions to build their knowledge and expertise Project Management Skills: • Organized and able to effectively manage their time to prioritize tasks across different projects • Always meets deadlines and alerts seniors if they envisage a project will take more time • Play an active role in client calls • Contributes to internal status calls to keep the team updated on actions • Provide on-site or virtual support for meetings/events under the guidance of a senior team member • Proactive in responding to team questions but recognizes when to gain advice from seniors • Collaborates and builds strong relationships with clients and the wider BOLD team, including client services and studio Financial Management Skills: • Demonstrates knowledge of allocated hours and strives to work within them • Maintains an average billability of 85–90% • Ensures that timesheets are completed accurately and promptly REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Higher degree in a relevant subject (PhD, MD, PharmD, etc.) • Proactive approach and an enthusiasm for trying new things • 1–3 years of experience in medical writing (preferably within a medical communications agency) • Excellent written and verbal communication with a passion for creativity • Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple projects • Good organizational skills Originally posted on Himalayas