Senior Medical Writer

Havas APAC


Date: 1 day ago
City: Petaling Jaya
Contract type: Full time
Key Requirements:

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of assigned products/brands and adhere to pharmaceutical marketing regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Develop compelling, insight-driven scientific narratives that align with brand strategies and support product positioning.
  • Analyse and distil complex medical data to identify key insights that enhance marketing opportunities and support strategic messaging.
  • Integrate critical data points into persuasive content that resonates with healthcare professionals and promotes appropriate product utilization.
  • Collaborate with design teams to create impactful visuals, including graphics, figures, and infographics, based on original research or review articles.
  • Partner with Copywriters to co-develop content, with a primary focus on clinical and scientific materials.
  • Review and validate promotional materials for medical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Provide expert consultation to clients and brand managers on interpreting clinical data and its implications for marketing and communication.
  • Contribute actively to strategic discussions, client meetings, market research, and campaign development.
  • Mentor and support junior writers, ensuring consistency, scientific rigour, and storytelling quality across accounts.
  • Troubleshoot complex or high-stakes content challenges across therapy areas to ensure consistent scientific excellence.
  • Manage the manuscript submission process, ensuring proper referencing and adherence to regulatory guidelines (may vary by account).
  • Continuously monitor medical literature and industry developments to identify emerging trends, opportunities, or potential risks for assigned products.

Qualification :

  • Degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or a related field (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical writing, preferably within healthcare communications or pharmaceutical environment.
  • Proven ability to interpret, and translate complex scientific information into clear, credible and strategically relevant messages.
  • Confident communicator, capable of engaging clients and internal teams in scientific discussions and recommendations.
  • Experience leading multiple accounts, mentoring writers, and ensuring cross-brand consistency.
  • Strong understanding of medical and scientific concepts, regulatory requirements, and healthcare marketing.
  • Proficiency in referencing tools and manuscript submission platforms.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent project management and time-management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

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