Medical Writer

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid)

Salary: $90,000-$100,000

About Emotive

We are a global medical communications agency blending deep scientific expertise with creative brilliance to inspire change. Behaviour change starts with inspiration. By infusing vibrant creativity into our work, we produce engaging medical communications that have the power to captivate and spark action.

Our absolute commitment to scientific precision across diverse therapy areas, including the complex fields of rare disease, oncology and advanced therapies, ensures we can make change a reality. For over 10 years, our team of exceptional PhD and advanced degree medical writers, strategists and world-class creatives have generated award-winning innovation across medical affairs and commercial disciplines.

We are driven by a desire to create inspiring work that changes lives for the better, always guided by our core values – INTEGRITY, IMAGINATION, AGILITY, COLLABORATION and EMPOWERMENT – that underpin who we are and the positive culture of our team.

About This Role

In this role, you’ll work across several accounts and therapy areas. You will develop engaging and accurate copy for selected healthcare communications projects covering scientific and branded communications.

Joining this team offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our US presence by supporting the growth of US-based accounts. You'll be at the forefront of exciting projects, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future and helping expand our operations in this dynamic location. If you're eager to make an impact and be part of something transformative, this is the perfect chance to help build and influence the success of our Boston team.

What You’ll Be Doing

Write engaging, accurate and fully referenced content for selected accounts
Act as an in-house therapy area expert in one or two disease areas
Attend client and thought leader meetings and teleconferences, participating in content discussions as appropriate
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with all departments and work collaboratively to produce high-quality communications
Manage personal workload and schedules, actively responding to fluctuating business workloads
Ensure all work allocated is executed within the timeline and schedule provided and accurately record all hours worked
Be a brand guardian, both for our own company and our clients
Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

At least 2 years’ experience working within a medical communications agency
Educated to postgraduate level in life sciences or a relevant area; pharmacy or medical degrees are also acceptable
Therapy area experience in oncology, immunology, neurobiology, advanced therapies (cell or gene therapy) or rare disease highly desirable
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work simultaneously on more than one project
Good knowledge and understanding of current US and international drug development processes
Ability to provide realistic ideas for projects that deliver on clients’ objectives
Experience across various channels of healthcare communications
Ability to write accurately and creatively in a fast-paced environment and to meet reasonable timelines
Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients
Sound judgement and decision-making skills and the ability to determine when further supervision is needed
Demonstrated ability to deliver results to the appropriate quality and timeline metrics
Strong software and computer skills, including MS Office applications

WHY WORK WITH US

At Emotive, people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where individuals feel connected to their colleagues, valued for their contributions and inspired by meaningful work.

Our recent employee engagement survey reinforced the positive workplace experience we have built, with team members overwhelmingly reporting that they feel part of a team and have purpose in their roles.

We believe the best work happens when people feel empowered, supported and trusted to make a difference. Alongside opportunities for growth and development, we’re committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive professionally while building meaningful relationships and a genuine sense of belonging.

OUR REWARDS 

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (60% employer contribution)
Access to 401(k) investment options, with an employer matching contribution up to 4%
A range of paid time off benefits, including 17 days PTO, 9 public holidays and sick leave.

We look forward to hearing from you! 

Emotive

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