2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from VML HEALTHTalent Acquisition Partner | Connecting Top Talent with Opportunity VML ANZ | AKQA ANZPRINCIPAL MEDICAL WRITERABOUT VMLVML is a global brand and customer experience agency that harnesses creativity, technology, and culture to create connected brands. The agency is behind award-winning campaigns for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Caltex, Monash University, Ford, and Defence Force Recruitment. VML is made up of more than 30,000 employees worldwide. Locally there are more than 300 of us within our 6 offices in Australia and New Zealand.At VML Health, we resist the usual ways of seeing, doing and thinking — by harnessing creativity, technology and science to reimagine the entire connected health experience. We believe in getting to the heart of health by building connected brands that touch lives, inspire new behaviours and fuel better health.ABOUT YOUYou have a real passion for communicating science to various audience groups and enjoy thinking about creative ways to communicate complex data and disease state concepts. You will have the ability to research, strategically plan and write both technical and creative content for a range of marketing collateral across a spectrum of health-related brands and audiences. A strong desire to jump in and contribute at all levels is critical, as this is a collaborative team-based entrepreneurial environment. You have the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment where connection amongst local and global scientists, client engagement teams, strategists, creatives, technologists and clients is key to success. You are energised by the opportunity of building a new health offering and driving excellence and innovation in healthcare marketing.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Principal Medical Writer works alongside the Managing Director, scientific team and client engagement leads to manage the medical/scientific/clinical portfolio across the brands within the health business. The Principal Medical Writer plays a key role contributing to the development of strategy and scientific content across multiple therapeutic areas and capabilities including medical education, HCP promotion, patient engagement and disease state awareness. The Principal Medical Writer develops and manages content deliverables, assists client engagement with building business organically, leads scientific aspects for RFPs and new business pitches.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESInterpret, evaluate and communicate complex scientific data in a variety of formats and channelsContribute to, and demonstrate an in-depth understanding of clients’ strategies and be able to have discussions related to strategy and the science behind brands and disease statesDevelop key messaging, core claims and positioning platformsDevelop scientific content for deliverables, through outline development, writing of drafts, reviewing of content developed by others, and discussion about content with clients and healthcare professionalsEstablish trust and confidence with clients by demonstrating pharmaceutical industry expertise, drive, and experience delivering on communication strategyDevelop communication plans and recommend new programs/tactics that align with business objectives, based upon knowledge of product marketing strategy and brand lifecycleDesign and develop medical education programs that are transformative and drive behaviour changeCultivate relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals, including stakeholder management, facilitation of steering committees, advisory boards and workshopsWork with client engagement to continually identify proactive opportunities for clients to achieve communication objectivesDevelop and upload reference packs for agency-produced materials to clinical papers/sources and manage stakeholder reviewsDevelop and confidently conduct presentations at meetings with clients and healthcare professionalsREQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEAdvanced science degree (preferably PhD, BPharm, MD)6+ years of relevant experience in healthcare communication/pharmaceutical marketing (Rx, OTC, medical devices)Medical education experience, promotional and non-promotional (accreditation training preferred)Experience leading persuasive medical strategy/content for new business opportunitiesStrong strategic, analytical and effective problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detail, scientific accuracy with a focus on quality assuranceExcellent presentation and facilitation skillsAbility to successfully manage multiple projects/initiatives in a deadline-driven environmentAbility to manage workload of self and others with minimal supervisionUnderstanding of industry regulatory environment and compliance requirementsLife-long learner with demonstrated commitment to continuous improvementVML AUNZ HIGHLIGHTSThere are many things that make VML AUNZ an awesome place to work, but we think these are worth a special mention:Birthday Leave – a paid day off to celebrate your Birthday each yearSummer Days – 5 paid afternoons off each year during daylight savings timeLoyalty Leave – a paid day off each year to celebrate your work anniversaryEmployee Assistance Program access and 24/7 supportLinkedIn Learning access for all employees.VML is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Some of our roles may be open to part-time negotiable discussions.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionWriting/Editing and MarketingIndustriesAdvertising Services
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