Associate Medical Writer (Home Based - South Africa)
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Associate Medical Writer
We are recruiting for an Associate Medical Writer to join our South African team. This position is a home-based role out of any location in South Africa.
Job Specific Skills
Has basic understanding of regulations and guidance as they pertain to medical writing.
Trained on styles of writing for various document types.
Has understanding of QC process.
Trained on general instructions on process, detailed instructions on MW deliverables and client/MMS processes.
Trained on templates, toolbars and formatting.
Understands MMS and client processes and training; is 100% compliant.
Has basic understanding of impact of updates in related deliverables.
Trained on managing client meetings and CRMs.
Trained and has basic understanding of managing a project from start to finish.
Has basic understanding of identifying and mitigating project risk, including assessing client gaps.
Has basic understanding of handling client feedback
Can set up QC trackers. Can lead projects with guidance.
Can incorporate straightforward comments. Can format documents.
Job Requirements
College graduate in scientific, medical, clinical discipline or related field, or related experience, masters or PhD preferred.
0-2 years of experience in Medical Writing or similar field preferred/required.
Knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Hands-on experience with clinical trial and pharmaceutical development preferred.
Good communication skills and willingness to work with others to clearly understand needs and solve problems.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Good organizational and communication skills.
Familiarity with current ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards preferred.
Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and GCP requirements.
Basic understanding of CROs and scientific & clinical data/terminology, & the drug development process.
Please consider your application unsuccessful if we do not reach out to you within 14 days of your submission.
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Discover more about our exciting opportunities and why MMS is a great place to advance your career. Visit www.mmsholdings.com or follow MMS on LinkedIn.
Associate Medical Writer
We are recruiting for an Associate Medical Writer to join our South African team. This position is a home-based role out of any location in South Africa.
Job Specific Skills
Has basic understanding of regulations and guidance as they pertain to medical writing.
Trained on styles of writing for various document types.
Has understanding of QC process.
Trained on general instructions on process, detailed instructions on MW deliverables and client/MMS processes.
Trained on templates, toolbars and formatting.
Understands MMS and client processes and training; is 100% compliant.
Has basic understanding of impact of updates in related deliverables.
Trained on managing client meetings and CRMs.
Trained and has basic understanding of managing a project from start to finish.
Has basic understanding of identifying and mitigating project risk, including assessing client gaps.
Has basic understanding of handling client feedback
Can set up QC trackers. Can lead projects with guidance.
Can incorporate straightforward comments. Can format documents.
Job Requirements
College graduate in scientific, medical, clinical discipline or related field, or related experience, masters or PhD preferred.
0-2 years of experience in Medical Writing or similar field preferred/required.
Knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Hands-on experience with clinical trial and pharmaceutical development preferred.
Good communication skills and willingness to work with others to clearly understand needs and solve problems.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Good organizational and communication skills.
Familiarity with current ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards preferred.
Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and GCP requirements.
Basic understanding of CROs and scientific & clinical data/terminology, & the drug development process.
Please consider your application unsuccessful if we do not reach out to you within 14 days of your submission.
Apply To This Job