Contract Medical Writer (Publications & Congress Support)
Location
United States
Posted
14 days ago
Salary
Not specified
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Job Description
At MJH Life Sciences our success is measured by your success! If you set your standards high and want to contribute to a winning team, we’ll provide you with every opportunity to help grow our company and your career. Our associates come from all backgrounds, sharing one key quality: determination to succeed. We value being Service Focused, having a Passion for Winning, Innovation, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. Nothing means more to us than hiring people with these attributes. If you believe you’re right for the job, this is the place to prove it!
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. The ideal candidate combines strong expertise in medical writing, literature analysis, and compliance-driven publication development.
What You’ll Do
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.
Translate Data into Compelling Scientific Narratives
- 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 & Publication Integrity
- Ensure all deliverables adhere to ICMJE, GPP guidelines, and client standard operating procedures.
- 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.
- Coordinate with internal account and scientific teams to ensure alignment with program goals and congress timelines.
What Sets You Apart
- 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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MJH Life Sciences provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. All employees of MJH Life Sciences are employed “At Will.” This means that either the employee or the Company is free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause and with or without notice.
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