Associate Medical Writer

About the role

The Associate Medical Writer at Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ (PTCE) plays a vital role in supporting the Scientific Affairs and Business Development teams by contributing to the development of CE-certified educational content. This role involves assisting with the creation of high-quality needs assessment components, including writing gap analyses, learning objectives, agendas or lines of content, and needs assessments/literature reviews for grant proposals, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with ACPE and regulatory guidelines. The Associate Medical Writer will also assist in the development of content-related elements for CME/CE initiatives, such as slide presentations, manuscripts, and infographics.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development of grant proposals by drafting needs assessments, gap analyses, learning objectives, agendas, and content summaries.
• Conduct research into a range of therapeutic areas to identify emerging unmet needs and educational gaps.
• Conduct global literature reviews to confirm the scientific and clinical accuracy of all materials.
• Maintain scientific integrity and stylistic consistency by adhering to AMA style and in-house editorial standards.
• Ensure compliance with ACPE and other regulatory guidelines throughout the grant development process.
• Comply with company SOPs and contribute to other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred).
• 2-4 years of experience in medical writing, scientific communications, or related role (internships considered).
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex scientific data into practical communications.
• Strong scientific foundation with the ability to quickly learn new therapeutic areas.
• Ability to interpret complex clinical data and outcomes reports to identify learning trends and educational needs.
• Familiarity with instructional design elements.
• Familiarity with AMA style and editorial standards.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable receiving guidance from senior team members.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical writing, scientific communications, or related roles.
• Knowledge of ACPE and regulatory guidelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough research and adhere to editorial standards.
• Experience with instructional design and AMA style.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to maintain scientific integrity and consistency.
• Knowledge of instructional design principles.
• Proficiency in AMA style and editorial standards.

Benefits

We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Hybrid work schedule
• Health insurance through Cigna (medical & dental)
• Vision coverage through VSP
• Pharmacy benefits through Optum
• RxFSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Limited Purpose FSA options
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Pet discount program with PetAssure
• Norton LifeLock identity theft protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through NYLGBS
• Fertility benefits through Progyny
• Commuter benefits
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Aflac coverage: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount and rewards through BenefitHub

Pay

$65,000 - $75,000 per year, depending on qualifications.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule.