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Contract Medical Writer (Scientific Communications)

MJH Life Sciences

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 (Scientific Communications) to support the development of high-quality, evidence-based medical communications materials. This role partners with Medical Affairs and account teams to create advisory board content, training resources, and scientific messaging that supports healthcare professionals across live, digital, and field-facing channels. The ideal candidate combines strong scientific expertise with clear, compelling storytelling and a deep understanding of compliance and reference annotation.

What You'll Do

Develop Scientific & Medical Communications Content
  • Write and edit advisory board discussion guides, executive summaries, and insights reports.
  • Develop scientific slide decks, FAQs, and field medical training materials for MSL and KAM teams.
  • Create scientific messaging platforms, objection handlers, and medical education modules.
  • Ensure content is clear, accurate, and aligned with scientific evidence and client objectives.
Support Advisory Boards & Medical Affairs Initiatives
  • Develop materials to support advisory board planning, facilitation, and post-meeting insights.
  • Incorporate KOL and faculty feedback into content development and refinements.
  • Translate complex scientific data into clear, impactful narratives for medical audiences.
Ensure Scientific Accuracy & Compliance
  • Annotate all materials with appropriate references and supporting evidence.
  • Ensure all deliverables meet client review and approval processes (LMR/MRC).
  • Maintain strict attention to regulatory, compliance, and medical accuracy standards.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams
  • Partner with scientific, strategy, and account teams to ensure deliverables align with program goals.
  • Contribute to new business initiatives by drafting sample materials or refining scientific messaging.
  • Participate in internal discussions to ensure scientific accuracy and strategic alignment.
What Sets You Apart
  • Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or a related field (PhD, PharmD, MD, DVM, or similar).
  • 3+ years of experience in medical communications, Medical Affairs writing, or agency environments.
  • Demonstrated experience developing advisory board, training, and field medical content.
  • Strong understanding of therapeutic landscapes, medical affairs functions, and regulatory considerations.
  • Exceptional scientific writing, annotation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to translate complex clinical data into clear, compelling content.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
Preferred Experience
  • Experience supporting advisory boards or KOL engagement programs.
  • Familiarity with LMR/MRC review processes and pharmaceutical compliance standards.
  • Experience working within life sciences agency environments.
  • 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.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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