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About the Role
VML is seeking highly motivated Senior Medical Writers to join their growing team, servicing the needs of global Pharmaceutical and Medical device companies. The role involves developing scientific/medical education materials, reviewing documents, understanding client products and strategies, and participating in client meetings.
Responsibilities
- Hands-on development of a range of scientific/medical education materials such as slide decks, KOL presentations and content for Ad Boards
- Review and refine documents to ensure they meet industry standards and client-specific requirements
- Gain a thorough understanding of assigned client's product and brand strategy, therapeutic landscape, and competitive environment
- Participate in client meetings, contributing to discussions and taking detailed notes
- Stay up to date on the latest trends, regulations, and documentation practices
- Work on self-development by ensuring quick and comprehensive understanding of new therapeutic areas
- Proactively maintain and update project reference packs, document templates and style guides
- Hands-on development – and oversight – of a range of scientific/medical education materials such as slide decks, KOL presentations and content for Ad Boards
- Leading discussions on scientific content with clients and external experts (KOLs), both face to face (when necessary) and on calls
- Able to contribute to scientific strategy development to inform tactical planning of accounts, both internally and with clients
- Contribute to organic growth opportunities on accounts and provide scientific input for proposals for business growth
- Mentor and coach more junior writers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or PhD in a biology- or medicine-related discipline
- 5+ years experience for Senior Medical Writer, ideally gained within a med comms agency
- Business professional / fluent speaker of English
- Proficient with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); general tech aptitude and willingness to learn new software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks
Skills
- MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Scientific/medical education material development
- Document review and refinement
- Client communication
- Scientific strategy development
- Mentoring and coaching
Location
- Global
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree or PhD in a biology- or medicine-related discipline
About the Company
- VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth.
- Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100.
- VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.
- VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands.
- Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.
Equal Opportunity
- WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics.
- We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.