Expert Scientific Writer

Role Overview

We are seeking an Expert Scientific Writer to join our publication and medical communications team. You'll play a pivotal role in crafting accurate, impactful, and regulatory-compliant content for our diverse portfolio of clients and publication channels. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with scientific leaders, support the development of high-quality, complex manuscripts across broad therapeutic areas, and contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge across these areas.

As part of SciVoc's dynamic team, you will:

• Handle complex and highly complex projects, write and review simultaneously and seamlessly across broad TAs.
• Have excellent writing and scientific acumen and understanding to translate complex ideas into comprehensible solutions.
• Ability to mentor junior/associate writers, review their work for quality, and manage workload.
• Lead the development, writing, and editing of scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, presentations, and other communication deliverables for peer-reviewed journals, medical conferences, and client needs
• Collaborate with scientists, clinicians, and internal team members to translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences
• Ability to work without supervision and with a focus on the quality and timeliness of outputs
• Conduct literature reviews, data analysis, and background research to support content accuracy and project direction
• Ensure all deliverables adhere to current publication, regulatory, and ethical standards
• Contribute to publication planning and strategic communication initiatives
• Comfortable working different time shifts in UK/EU/EST/APAC time zones.

Skills Required:

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in a life sciences, health sciences, pharmacy, or medical field​
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in medical communications and publications, including authoring scientific manuscripts and presentations
• Excellent scientific writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and clearly communicate complex clinical or scientific data
• Proven track record in publication planning, medical writing for peer-reviewed journals, conference abstracts, and slide decks
• In-depth knowledge of publication and industry guidelines (e.g., ICMJE, GPP, CONSORT, AMA style guide)
• Proficiency with literature search techniques, referencing software, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace
• Strong project management, time management, and organizational abilities to meet tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in cross-functional and client-facing teams
• Familiarity with a range of therapeutic areas and the ability to rapidly learn new scientific domains
• Preferred candidate to have ISMPP certification
• The candidate should have at least 10-15 acknowledged manuscripts in national and international scientific journals