Freelance Medical Writer

For the past 26 years Klick Health has helped life science clients bring their groundbreaking ideas to market. We’ve also spent that time creating an ecosystem for talented and empathetic individuals to chase their passions while creating long-lasting friendships in the process. What  does that mean for you? Well, we grow a lot—like every year for 25 years and counting. And as we evolve and scale, so does our global reach. With that in mind, Klick Health is  opening offices in key global markets, and hiring people from those markets who value the health of their communities.

Our philosophy is to invest in people early and to develop future leaders at all levels. It’s what’s put us on multiple Top 10 lists for workplace culture—we give people the necessary guidance and room to innovate. We know that career paths are seldom simple and straightforward, but we see that as an asset. If you feel like you'd be a good fit, please apply and join us in doing health differently.

Job Description

We’re looking for a confident and experienced freelance medical writer to support our rapidly growing medical communications team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects across the full spectrum of medical communications activities, including traditional and digital deliverables.

To be successful in your application, you have solid experience as a medical writer on a broad range of medical communications projects. You are capable of writing and developing high-quality scientific and medical content that meets and exceeds client expectations. You are adept at interfacing with clients, closely collaborating with Klicksters in other teams (strategy, science and regulatory, design, etc.), and supporting your fellow Klicksters on wider business needs. 

Position Details

This is a freelance position with fluctuating hours per week, likely averaging 16 hours/week

The position will be completed remotely from within Singapore

Scientific Knowledge and Skills:

• Combines a thorough understanding of the therapeutic area with product strategy to ensure communication objectives are met on assigned projects.
• Is able to identify and leverage relevant, focused resources to understand the underlying science and product strategy related to assigned projects.
• Has the ability to work across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Is able to learn new therapeutic areas quickly and apply this knowledge.
• Demonstrates an ability to use a range of resources and tools for efficiency (e.g. scientific databases, approval software, referencing software).

Writing:

• Is able to conduct comprehensive but relevant research and literature reviews.
• Is able to interpret and synthesize large amounts of scientific data to create compelling messaging, scientific stories, and narratives that align with client business goals.
• Shows a solid ability to structure and write key medical communications documents, including scientific platforms, lexicons, manuscripts, posters, abstracts, peer-to-peer slide decks, website content, interactive training programs for client teams, advisory board reports, and more.
• Has a passion for clear, articulate scientific storytelling.
• Is able to adapt writing style to suit difference audiences (e.g. primary and secondary care physicians, specialists, nurses, patients, and other stakeholders).
• Is capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ensures work adheres to internal quality control standards.
• Reviews projects for scientific accuracy, alignment with the project brief, and appropriate incorporation of internal and client/author feedback.
• Effectively communicates feedback to other team members to ensure appropriate and accurate incorporation of feedback. 

Interpersonal/Leadership:

• If required, acts as a mentor to associate medical writers on straightforward projects, under supervision from the senior medical writer or higher.
• Plays a pivotal role within the medical communications team, always leading by example and demonstrating knowledge of good practice/industry guidelines.
• Is a team player, recognizing where they can use their skill to support colleagues in the medical communications team and other crafts

Client Service and Strategic Input:

• Participates in the execution of established deliverables adhering to project deadlines, budgets and briefs
• Assists Client Service and Project Managers in developing appropriate internal and external timelines.
• Initiates discussions with the client services teams regarding any potential barriers to successful project completion and suggests solutions.
• Is able to confidently and independently liaise with clients by email, audio/video-conference, and in person; always responds promptly to client requests.
• Is fully aware of the expectations of a writer at client meetings, including active contribution and/or presentation.
• Collaborates closely with medical strategy teams and demonstrates strategic thinking in internal meetings and proposal development workshops.
• Suggests ideas for new projects to current clients that align with and potentially advance client business goals.
• Contributes as a member of the pitch team and attends new business pitches, when required.

Who You Are:

• You hold a degree in the life sciences, PhD or MD preferred. 
• You have a thorough understanding of the life sciences and are able to leverage and apply this knowledge across a variety of therapeutic areas.
• You have several years of experience working within medical communications, ideally in an agency environment.
• You ideally have experience and expertise in digital healthcare communications.

Klick is consciously creating a culture where everyone can thrive and grow in their careers. We believe that our best work comes from our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strongly encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including Black people, Indigenous peoples, and other people of colour, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and people with intersectional identities.

We’re also committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. Should you require any accommodation, please contact us at careers@klick.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs and ensure you have a positive experience.