Contract Medical Writer (Publications & Congress Support)

About the role

We are seeking a Contract Medical Writer (Publications & Congress Support) to develop high-quality, scientifically rigorous content for peer-reviewed publications and congress-related deliverables. This role partners with Medical Affairs teams, investigators, and KOLs to translate complex clinical and scientific data into clear, evidence-based communications for global scientific audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop Scientific Publications & Congress Content
• Write and edit manuscripts including original research articles, narrative reviews, and consensus papers.
• Develop abstracts, posters, and oral presentation materials for major medical congresses.
• Support the creation and execution of publication plans aligned with client objectives and timelines.
• Ensure scientific content is accurate, clear, and tailored to peer-reviewed and scientific audiences.
• Analyze clinical data and scientific literature to develop clear, evidence-based messaging.
• Translate complex research findings into compelling narratives suitable for publication and congress presentation.
• Ensure all materials are fully referenced and supported by high-quality evidence.
• Ensure compliance and publication integrity.
• Maintain strict adherence to publication ethics, authorship requirements, and transparency standards.
• Manage reference annotation and documentation to support review and submission processes.
• Collaborate with Scientific & Cross-Functional Teams
• Work closely with KOL authors, investigators, and internal teams to develop and refine publication materials.
• Incorporate feedback from authors, reviewers, and stakeholders into final deliverables.
• Cook up with internal account and scientific teams to ensure alignment with program goals and congress timelines.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or related field (PhD, PharmD, MD, DVM, or similar).
• 3+ years of experience in publications and congress-focused medical writing.
• Demonstrated portfolio of manuscripts, abstracts, and scientific posters.
• Deep knowledge of publication ethics, Good Publication Practice (GPP) guidelines, and congress processes.
• Exceptional scientific writing, editing, and literature analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with pharmaceutical or biotech Medical Affairs teams.
• Experience collaborating directly with KOLs and academic investigators.
• Familiarity with congress planning timelines and submission processes.
• Proficiency in AI-powered tools and platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Jasper, Midjourney, Copilot) to enhance content development and workflow efficiency.

Position Details

• Location: Remote (Contract)
• Contract Duration: 6-month contract with potential for extension or full-time conversion based on business needs and performance
• Workload: Approximately 20 hours per week, project dependent
• Schedule: Remote with occasional Eastern Time meetings

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