PPD is a leading global contract research organization providing discovery, development and post-approval services as well as compound partnering programs. Our clients and partners include pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, academic and government organizations. With offices in 32 countries and more than 9,000 professionals worldwide, PPD applies innovative technologies, therapeutic expertise and a commitment to quality to help its clients and partners maximize returns on their R&D investments and accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics to patients.
Post: Medical Writer
Job Description:
Under minimal supervision, the Medical Writer critically evaluates, analyzes, and interprets the medical literature to select primary resource materials for adequate study design, statistical significance, scientific rigor and absence of bias.
Utilizes professional judgment and creative expertise to integrate the pertinent clinical data into an original summary document that is clear, accurate, concise, comprehensive, and devoid of promotional overtone. Provides evaluation of medical communication instruments and makes recommendation for corrective action. Assumes responsibility for ensuring that the finished document is complete, accurate and complies with approved format.
Candidate profile:
Education and Experience:
- BS degree in pharmacy or Doctoral level degree in a biomedical field
- 2 years experience in searching the biomedical literature
- 2 years experience in interpreting and using medical communication documents
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of biomedical and pharmaceutical databases (e.g. MEDLINE, CANCERLIT, EMBASE, BIOSIS, IPA) and vendors for accessing them (e.g. DIALOG, OVID, SILVERPLATTER)
- Knowledge of Boolean logic/operators
- Knowledge of medical terminology and basic statistical/clinical concepts
- Problem-solving capabilities and excellent organizational skills
- Excellent grammatical and communication skills
- Writer skills, i.e. command of outlining, drafting, revising, and reviewing
- Basic editorial and proofreading skills
- Detail-oriented. Methodical. Goal-driven. Good judgment. Able to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to prioritize
- Adaptable and flexible in nature
- Computer skills [word processing, spreadsheet, bibliographic management]
- Good interpersonal skills. Ability to work within a team
Additional Information:
Experience: 2-3 years
Location: Mumbai
Education: B.Pharm, M.pharm, Ph.D
Industry Type: Pharma/ Biotech/Clinical Research
Functional Area: CR- Other
End Date: 2nd Oct., 2012
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