Medical Writer
Job details
Technology is literally changing the world around us and yes, some people tend to focus on why that change is bad – it makes us uncomfortable; it breaks our status quo, it feeds our uncertainty – but at Orchard we choose to see it differently. Technology can make lives better. It can make businesses better, brands better and experiences better. It can be the change we want to see in the world. Which is why we, at Orchard, rally around a single purpose: to invent better outcomes through creativity and technology. Those better outcomes can only exist in the context of people irrespective of if we label them users, customers, patients, clients or even staff. The Opportunity We’re on the lookout for talented Medical Writers with solid Medical Education experience to work in our Healthcare team to deliver amazing results for our clients. We offer a good, fun working environment and all the necessary support and structured training you need to grow your career. Key Function As the Medical Writer, you will be reporting directly to the Associate Creative Director. You’ll work closely with other members of the Creative, Strategy, Account service and Project Management teams to develop engaging, medically and scientifically accurate communications tailored to the audience. Your audience will range from healthcare professionals to patients and carers.
- Attending internal and off-site project briefing meetings as well as brainstorming the best solutions to meet clients’ needs
- Attending scientific meetings or client events (e.g. advisory boards) as necessary
- Translating complex medical and scientific concepts into articulate and concise content
- Producing a wide range of medical writing outputs including slide-kit presentations, websites, branded campaign materials and patient education resources
- Participating in the editorial process from production of first round copy to final drafts and proofreading to ensure all work is produced to a high and accurate standard
- Ensuring that all work is both “on brand” and Code compliant
- Offering continuous feedback on working practices to help senior leadership develop protocols that promote higher standards of copy development within Orchard
- Collaborating with creative, strategy, development, account service and project management teams as required
- Assisting in the development of new business pitch presentations and proposals through medical research
- At least 1 year of medical writing experience
- Strong life-sciences background, either academic or vocational
- Examples of work to show us
- Exceptional communication skills
- Familiarity with Medicines Australia Code of Conduct
- Proven ability of working within a team
- Excellent attention to detail
- Applicants MUST have the right to work within Australia
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