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Senior Medical Writer - Ogilvy 4D - Oxford
Ogilvy 4D are part of the award-winning Medical Education arm of Ogilvy Healthworld UK, who, due to increasing growth, require a Senior Writer to join the busy team in Oxford. Established in 1996, Ogilvy 4D is an unusual mix of scientists, marketeers and creatives. Ogilvy 4D create programmes that develop disease areas for clients and prepare the market for product launch. Unlike many traditional Medical Education companies, we ensure that the educational content of their programmes is creative and entertaining, as well as scientifically and clinically relevant.
As a Senior Medical Writer, you will work across the account teams, liaising closely with the account handlers. Your work will cover all aspects of medical education and communication handled by O4D for pharmaceutical clients and you will report to the Editorial Director.
So, if you think you may have the skills and desire to succeed in this role, please send your C.V. and salary expectations to: gemma.wise@ogilvyhealthworld.com.
[POSTED 9 May 2008]
Account Executive - Ogilvy 4D - Oxford
Ogilvy 4D are part of the award-winning Medical Education arm of Ogilvy Healthworld UK, who are looking for an Account Executive to join the busy team in Oxford. Established in 1996, Ogilvy 4D is an unusual mix of scientists, marketeers and creatives. Ogilvy 4D create programmes that develop disease areas for clients and prepare the market for product launch.
The ideal candidate is someone who has a genuine passion for healthcare communications as well as good communication and project management skills. A background in the Pharmaceutical Industry or a life sciences degree is desirable.
As an Account Executive, you will be involved in all aspects of programme delivery, including project planning and prioritisation, client and opinion leader liaison as well as budget control so attention to detail and the ability to work creatively and accurately under pressure are a necessity. In return, we offer a comprehensive training programme to equip you with the core skills required for a successful career in medical communications.
So, if you think you may have the skills and desire to succeed in this role, please send your C.V. and salary expectations to: gemma.wise@ogilvyhealthworld.com.
[POSTED 9 May 2008]
Account Director - Ogilvy 4D - Oxford
Ogilvy 4D are part of the award-winning Medical Education arm of Ogilvy Healthworld UK, who, due to increasing growth, require a Account Director to join the busy team in Oxford. Established in 1996, Ogilvy 4D is an unusual mix of scientists, marketeers and creatives. Ogilvy 4D create programmes that develop disease areas for clients and prepare the market for product launch. Unlike many traditional Medical Education companies, we ensure that the educational content of their programmes is creative and entertaining, as well as scientifically and clinically relevant.
We are looking for an Account Director who can develop client relationships and deliver outstanding strategic programmes as well as contribute to client marketing strategy and thinking. They will have responsibility for creating and developing existing and new business and for building and maintaining key relationships with opinion leaders.
So, if you think you may have the skills and desire to succeed in this role, please send your C.V. and salary expectations to: gemma.wise@ogilvyhealthworld.com.
[POSTED 9 May 2008]
Account Manager - Ogilvy 4D - Oxford
Ogilvy 4D are part of the award-winning Medical Education arm of Ogilvy Healthworld UK, who are looking for an Account Manager to join the busy team in Oxford. Established in 1996, Ogilvy 4D is an unusual mix of scientists, marketeers and creatives. Ogilvy 4D create programmes that develop disease areas for clients and prepare the market for product launch.
The ideal candidate is someone who has a genuine passion for healthcare communications as well as good communication and project management skills. A background in the Pharmaceutical Industry or a life sciences degree is desirable.
As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for the management of several account programmes as well as client & opinion leader liaison. Budget control, attention to detail and the ability to work creatively and accurately under pressure are a necessity.
So, if you think you may have the skills and desire to succeed in this role, please send your C.V. and salary expectations to: gemma.wise@ogilvyhealthworld.com.
[POSTED 9 May 2008]
Med Comms Account Manager - Huntsworth Health - Marlow
Huntsworth Health is the UK's largest, fully integrated, specialist healthcare communications agency. We work for almost all the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, across every therapeutic area. Our 100-strong, specialist team spans Public Relations, Medical Education, Advertising, Market Research and Digital Media, either individually or as part of an integrated offering for both UK and Global brands. As we continue to grow, new opportunities regularly emerge in our Chiswick and Marlow offices for Med Comms and Advertising. We are looking for talented individuals with solid industry experience, from client or agency side, to join our thriving team.
You will be responsible for ensuring that our award winning Medical Education and Public Relations programmes meet clients' marketing and communications needs. You will manage the day-to-day aspects of running programmes, including development and planning, budgeting, implementation, communication with the internal team and the client. A life sciences, nursing, medical or pharmaceutical background is essential.
To apply, please e-mail your CV and salary expectations to Clare Rankin, HR Manager, Email: clarerankin@hhealth.com, Tel: 20 8747 4400
[POSTED 8 May 2008]
Account Manager – Independent Med Comms Agency – London Office
A leading independent agency is currently searching for experienced client services professionals to join them in a new London location. This is a great opportunity to work with an independent agency with a history of success and a great vision for the future, whilst getting involved in their new location. If you are searching for an agency role that offers something a little different this could well be for you.
In this role you will drive forward the management of day-to-day running of various programmes, getting involved in a number of different activities including contributing to advance planning, setting up update meetings, contributing to financial elements of the projects and always keeping clients fully informed on progress. Account Management is by its very nature a varied role in which you can be involved in a wide range of activities on a daily basis, so you can be assured of an interesting role that will broaden out your experience which will benefit you in gaining new roles in the future.
In order to be considered for this position it will be necessary for you to have experience working as an account manager from within a medical communications agency. Additionally you will have a strong academic background within life sciences.
A global medical communications agency is currently searching for a very experienced med comms professional to join them in a global role, helping the company to maintain their reputation as innovative providers of solutions to the pharmaceutical industry, whilst helping to grow and develop the business in new areas. If you are an experienced med comms professional searching for a role that matches your expertise, this could well be it.
In this role you will become a key player at the senior level of this organisation, playing an integral role in the direction of client services and contributing to the ongoing development of the organisation. You will work very closely with the head of the company to establish the strategic direction of the organisation, keeping up with latest trends and development and ensuring that the group is constantly at the forefront of medical communications. This role will ideally suit an experienced med comms professional with a wealth of client services experience who is looking to take the next step up in their career and take on a challenging yet highly rewarding position with an industry leader.
Medical Writers and Editors - UK and New Zealand - Wolters Kluwer Health
If you:
have a clinical or biomedical science degree,
have a proven track record of medical writing and editing
enjoy a learning environment
...and are looking for a change - we want to hear from you.
Wolters Kluwer Health is a leading global medical publisher providing evaluated drug information to the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors worldwide. We have earned a reputation for excellence as a producer of high quality knowledge and communications support. Our business is growing.
We offer the opportunity to keep up-to-date with leading edge drug developments and the latest events in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
Our offices in Auckland, New Zealand and Chester or London, UK need self-motivated people to assist in our growing business. We have an excellent working environment, competitive remuneration package and will assist you with relocation.
Work as a Medical Writer/Senior Medical Writer for an Oxford-based medcomms agency who are looking for new staff as a result of expansion. As a Senior/Medical Writer, you will work across various account teams, liaising closely with the account handlers. Reporting to the Editorial Director, the jobholders will cover all aspects of medical education and communication for pharmaceutical clients. Applicants will be educated to at least degree level in medicine, pharmacy or life sciences and a higher degree would be advantageous. A strong eye for detail is essential as is the ability to produce high quality writing to strict deadlines. Candidates will need to demonstrate current experience working in medical writing roles within a medical communications or medical education agency, or those who have previous experience in this context. If offered at Senior Writer level, this role would include mentoring responsibility.
My client is a highly successful medical communications agency who delivers credible communications in traditional and novel formats to a wide range of national and international clients in the pharmaceutical industry, working across a wide range of therapy areas. They have offices in the UK and the US.
Currently seeking a Senior Medical Writer for their Oxford Office – home based option for the right candidate.
You will: * Be writing on a senior level across a variety of therapy areas * Build a rapport with clients, key opinion leaders and others in a positive and enthusiastic manner * Ensure projects remain within specification * Monitor project time/costs against agreed budgets and work within agreed time deadlines * Provide feedback for trainee writers to help them improve their writing skills
In return receieve: * Excellent salary * High pension contribution * 25 days holiday * Bonus * Childcare vouchers
For more information please contact Jennifer Harris at Stelfox Recruitment. Please send your CV to jennifer@stelfoxuk.com for an immediate response. Alternatively please call on 01273 727930 to discuss all other vacancies within medical communications.
[POSTED 30 April 2008]
Editorial Director - London
This is an expanding agency providing medical education and mixed media communications in support of our healthcare clients, with offices in London, Asia, Austrailia and the US.
Their success has led to continued expansion both in the range of services offered and their global presence.
Currently seeking an Editorial Director based in London.
You will: * Lead and motivate a large team of Medical, Senior and Chief Medical Writers * Be responsible for building on the Company’s established reputation * Monitoring and improving the quality and content of the services provided to clients * Work with accounts and editorial teams to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet clients’ marketing and communication objectives
To succeed in this role you will be qualified to PhD or MSc level, with a wealth of experience in a medical communications agency or pharmaceutical company.
In Return: * Exceptional salary * Excellent benefits * Friendly working environment
For more information please contact Jennifer Harris
at Stelfox Recruitment. Please send your CV to jennifer@stelfoxuk.com for an immediate response. Alternatively please call on 01273 727930 to discuss all other vacancies within medical communications.
[POSTED 30 April 2008]
Experienced Medical Writer(s) – Oxford
Our client, a leading healthcare communications agency based in Oxford, is looking for experienced medical writer(s). The type of work in which you will be involved includes publications planning, development of manuscripts and communications materials and scientific meetings (and all related materials).
You must have at least a BSc in a biological science, a PhD is advantageous, and a minimum of 12 months commercial writing experience within a healthcare communications agency. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, has the ability to show initiative and thrives in a dynamic environment.
This is an opportunity with a high caliber healthcare communications group where the career prospects and remuneration rewards are highly attractive. In addition home working is an accepted culture of the company.
Our client, a large healthcare communications agency is looking for an editorial team leader to provide high level scientific, strategic and marketing insight combined with the leadership of an editorial team. The successful candidate will line manage and coach medical writers to ensure excellence in project delivery.
The majority of the work that you will be involved in will be publications planning based, from development of the publications plan to the execution and submission of the all related materials.
You must have a proven track record in an international healthcare communications agency. In return for your experience and commitment you will be offered a generous package. In addition, flexible working hours and some remote working are an option for the ideal candidate.
One of the top five international medical communication agencies is looking for a client service team director to join its London office. You will be leading a team of account executives/managers/directors and medical writers at a variety of levels that work on international accounts with leading global pharmaceutical companies.
You must have at least a BSc in a biological science, while a PhD is advantageous but not a requirement. Strategic insight is a must and you will have the ability to get to grips with therapy areas outside of your particular expertise quickly, deliver on projects effectively, meet deadlines, grow your accounts organically and manage a team. You must have a sound financial awareness as it will be your responsibility to ensure your team delivers or breaks its forecast.
Account Manager and Account Director – Independent agency, West London
A very successful independent agency based in West London is looking to recruit an account manager and director. The ideal candidate for the account director position will be able to develop and drive the strategy on their accounts and have the ability to from strong partnerships with clients. He/she will also have management experience and the ability to coach, mentor and motivate more junior team members. The ideal candidate for the account manager position will be able to run accounts on a day-to-day with minimal supervision, requiring guidance only for strategy and business development.
For both roles a BSc in a biological science is ideal and a PhD is advantageous but not a requirement. The successful candidates will work on international accounts and a fair amount of travel will be involved.
These are opportunities to join a young, talented, dynamic and enthusiastic team where remuneration and promotions are based on a system of meritocracy. The remuneration rewards offered by this agency are highly attractive.
The global leader in healthcare communications is looking for an experienced account director to join one of its client service teams in its London office. The ideal candidate will have the ability to develop and drive strategy on their accounts and have the ability to manage more junior team members.
You must have at least a BSc in a biological science – a PhD is advantageous but not a requirement. Ideally you will have 4-5 years experience from a leading competitor agency. You will work on international and domestic accounts with leading pharmaceutical companies and be part of a very dynamic team!
This is an opportunity with the leader in the provision of healthcare communications. The career prospects and remuneration rewards are highly attractive.
Full or Part Time (3 days/week) Account Manager – With opportunity to work remotely from home (within a 50 mile radius of London) - Influence Medical Communication
Influence Medical Communication is a boutique and independent medical communications consultancy that prides itself on its ability to harmonise science and marketing and thereby deliver unique programmes for clients.
We are looking for an Account Manager with a life-science degree and a minimum of 2-years of experience within a healthcare medical education or communications agency. If you have experience of working in endocrinology, cardiovascular or female health this would be an advantage. Excellent interpersonal and project management skills are a must as well as flair and commitment.
Medical Writer - Training and e-learning Consultancy - Cambridge
We are looking for an outstanding medical writer to make a key contribution within our pharmaceutical division. We offer the satisfaction of stimulating work and direct involvement with clients. As a member of a small team you will have the potential to influence the development of our pharmaceutical business and to contribute to and share in its success. If this is the opportunity you are looking for, we’d like to hear from you.
Information Transfer is a training and e-learning consultancy. We offer services to clients within the pharmaceutical industry as well as in many other sectors. We create bespoke e-learning and blended learning programmes designed to make an impact within our clients’ businesses.
Over the past 26 years, our pharmaceutical team has established a solid reputation as a niche supplier of effective and original training materials amongst a range of multinational pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. We have long-standing relationships with clients who value our creativity, scrupulous attention to detail and excellent writing and communication skills.
Successful candidates must have:
a background in life sciences
the ability to turn technical concepts and processes into simple to understand training material
impeccable written and spoken English
excellent attention to detail
good communication and interpersonal skills
If you are keen to make a difference and wish to join our innovative and highly motivated team, please send your CV and a covering letter to Dr Rachel Meller by post at Information Transfer LLP, Burleigh House, 15 Newmarket Road, Cambridge CB5 8EG, UK, Tel: 01223 312227 or Email: rem@intran.co.uk.
[POSTED 15 April 2008]
Editorial Directors - The Nucleus Group - London
The Nucleus Group is a leading healthcare communications group, with over 350 employees in eleven offices around the globe. We place the highest value on the scientific knowledge and expertise of our employees, which are key to the level of service we supply to our clients.
We are currently seeking two Editorial Directors to head up editorial services: one for MediTech Media and one for Health Interactions. You will lead and motivate a large team of Medical, Senior and Chief Medical Writers who combine powerful writing skills with expertise in medical science to deliver engaging content for Nucleus’ products. You will be responsible for building on the Company’s established reputation for scientific integrity and writing excellence in medical education programmes by monitoring and improving the quality and content of the services provided to clients. You will be working with accounts and editorial teams to develop innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet clients’ marketing and communication objectives and by providing strategic consultation to clients.
To succeed in this role you will be qualified to PhD or MSc level, with a wealth of experience in a medical communications agency or pharmaceutical company.
Development Editor, medical books (31 hours per week, 12 month contract) - Oxford
Join this international academic publishing house as a Development Editor working circa 31 hours per week in the company’s health sciences division. The role will cover maternity leave for up to 12 months. Working alongside a Commissioning Editor, the Development Editor will manage a selection of titles from approval through to receipt of manuscript, liaising frequently with authors, editors and internal departments to ensure that manuscripts are delivered as proposed and to schedule. Specific duties will include: * briefing authors and editors on all aspects of the publishing process; * reviewing sample material and providing feedback; * monitoring budgets for each project and reporting on progress; * cataloguing and quality checking illustrations and obtaining permissions when necessary; * ensuring that all electronic files are delivered in correct formats, are complete and adhere to required standards; * coordinating design of covers and interior style; * develop sample chapters for distribution to authors and marketing colleagues as required; and * monitoring and updating relevant web-based resources and databases. Applicants should be educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably with an interest in medicine/health, though subject knowledge is not a prerequisite for application. Familiarity with book publishing is essential and any experience with developing electronic projects would be an advantage. The role would suit candidates looking to move on from first jobs in editorial, production or marketing within academic publishing.
Medical Writers and Scientific Team Leads – Envision Pharma
Join the Envision Pharma team – we have clients across the globe and offices in the UK and USA. With a range of unique scientific and cutting-edge technology solutions including Datavision, we are market leaders in medical communications.
Due to significant expansion we have opportunities for medical writers and scientific team leads which offer exciting challenges in a scientifically stimulating environment. Ideally, you will have worked in medical communications and have a relevant higher degree (or equivalent). A proven track record of medical writing and editing, plus an exceptional eye for detail are essential.
As a medical writer/scientific team lead you will (depending on level of experience) demonstrate excellent writing and quality control, serve as key client/author liaison, champion key therapeutic areas, be responsible for managing your projects and successfully delivering outputs, instruct/mentor other medical writers, and have an appreciation of the nuisances of publication planning, strategy and implementation. Yes, you will be conversant with the many and varied tasks of a scientific, medical communication professional.
We are a dynamic and rewarding company to work for, with excellent benefits and an informal, friendly, and vibrant work environment. Please email your CV to kim.leal@envisionpharma.com or alternatively visit www.envisionpharma.com for the latest career opportunities.
[POSTED 14 April 2008]
South Cheshire Medical Marketing Consultancy seeks leading Regulatory Medical Writer with initiative
Location: Nantwich, Cheshire
Salary: Competitive remuneration package available
Who we are: A dynamic and expanding Medical Consultancy and Communications agency with a broad client base. We operate a non-hierarchical editorial team and offer excellent future career prospects in an informal, friendly working environment.
The role: We are looking for a high calibre Regulatory Medical Writer who has the flexibility to work on a range of projects over several therapy areas.
The individual: The successful candidate should have 1–6 years’ agency experience of producing a range of high quality regulatory materials. He or she will posses excellent written/oral communication skills, while being organised, flexible and a good team player. Attention to detail is essential.
Send a CV and covering letter to Dr Colin Hayward, Prism Ideas Ltd, Regent House, Princes Court, Beam Heath Way, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 6PQ Or, electronically to Colin.Hayward@prismideas.com
[POSTED 11 April 2008]
Account Director - Medical Education agency - London, W14
A leading UK Medical Education agency is looking for an experienced Med Ed Account Director to join their current successful account handling team. The successful candidate will proactively drive and manage designated accounts in strategy, tactics & income whilst building on current relationships and any future relationships.
The ideal candidate will have a life science degree and ideally 4-5 years experience in medical education in an agency or pharmaceutical environment, experience is oncology is preferred but not essential. Experience in congress and meetings management is also beneficial. You will have line management experience with the ability to develop, motivate and provide direction for other team members.
This full services communications agency offers a unique blend of business skills and communications expertise. They provide a wide range of support services to the global healthcare industry; from high-end strategic thinking and research to internal and external communications. Core services include: Marketing process and change engineering, Market and brand consulting, Organisational communications
Brand communications and PR, Risk management/appropriate marketing programmes. Employee's of this agency are drawn from a diverse range of technical and marketing disciplines, cultures and companies. Each team member is valued for their broad experience and international exposure.
They are currently looking for someone with extensive experience in one or more of the following areas within healthcare & pharmaceuticals :
Principle Medical Writer, Med Comms Agency, West London. To £45k + bens
An international Med Comms Agency are looking to expand their editorial team with a Principle Writer. You will write and/or edit publication manuscripts, slide kits, monographs, newsletters, and congress/exhibit materials based on research conducted in specialized areas of medical science. Throughout the development of assigned programs, the Principal Medical Writer is responsible for assuring the quality of content and format, as well as liaising appropriately with both faculty and client. For specific projects you will serve as the primary editorial contact for both in-house staff and client, with responsibility for assuring the completion of these projects on time and within budget. In addition, a Principal Medical Writer may be asked to mentor and manage less experienced editorial personnel.
Account Director, Med Comms Agency, Central London. To £45k + bens
Our Client is a rapidly expanding Med Comms agency now looking for an Account Director to help grow the business and project manage both new and existing accounts. The role involves meeting with existing clients, ensuring the accounts are reaching their full potential and overseeing specific projects to ensure high quality outputs and client satisfaction. A large part of the role would also involve winning new business, you would therefore need to hold at least a life science degree and posses a good understanding of the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry with particular experience in medical communications. You will posses excellent project management skills, proven sales and client facing skills.
Technical Writer, Med Ed Agency, Reigate, Surrey. To £40k + bens
Our client is a small independently owned agency who traditionally have focused on healthcare advertising spanning both consumer health and ethical pharma. They have recently began to develop a presence in medical education and now wish to boslter this offering by bringing in a writer with good technical experience having worked in a med-ed agency environment. As well as getting involved in writing some of the more technical copy on the med-ed side, you may also get involved in developing creative copy for the advertising side, so the role is nicely varied. Ideally you will be able to hit the ground running and contribute from day one. A great opportunity to join a small family owned business which really cares about its people.
Editorial Team Leader, Med Comms Agency, Cheshire. Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
We are currently looking for an Editorial Team Leader for a leading Medical Communications Agency based in Cheshire. The successful applicant will have good solid experience of working within the editorial side within med comms and ideally will have experience of working at this level, overseeing the editorial team, liaising with colleagues and clients, experienced in line management, coaching and development and with some good financial experience to boot. Our client is willing to be flexible around working patterns in order to attract the best candidate
Senior Medical Writer - Wolters Kluwer Health Pharma Solutions (Europe) - Chester
Wolters Kluwer Health Pharma Solutions (Europe) Limited, part of Wolters Kluwer Health, is a leading provider of communication and information solutions to the global pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, with operations worldwide.
The Company is seeking to recruit a Senior Medical Writer to be based at their Chester, UK office.
Candidates for this position will have a life science degree and at least 2-3 years relevant work experience in the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare or medical communications area. You will have a proven track record of excellent writing and editing skills coupled with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. The individual should be confident to interact with clients and medical experts, be flexible and able to work as part of a team. The individual will be the main editorial and scientific point of contact for clients and experts on a large global account. Some international travel will be necessary as part of this important role.
No other agency can offer you the variety of opportunities we can: * commitment to personal development of all our people * potential to work in our internal network of worldwide offices * access to resources that offer clients superior medical communications through unequalled proprietary content (including over 200 own-brand journals), powerful business intelligence and scientific research tools.
If you are ready for an exciting new challenge and want to move your career forward within a dynamic, forward-thinking and truly global medical communications agency, then please send your CV with a covering letter to:- Caroline King, HR Executive, Wolters Kluwer Health Pharma Solutions (Europe) Limited, Chowley Oak Lane, Tattenhall, Chester, CH3 9AP. Email:caroline.king@wolterskluwer.com; tel: 01829 771155; fax: 01829 770330.
[POSTED 10 April 2008]
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