Associate Director Medical Writing - Europe remote
ICON
Home Based Home Based
United Kingdom
Scientific Research
(No Timezone Provided)
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.
With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
As *Associate Director Medical Writing* you will act as a senior member of our medical writing management team, leading a team of writers, and providing strategic support to the department as well as our internal and external stakeholders.
Other responsibilities will include:
* Interviews and selects team members according to department/sponsor needs.
* Takes a lead role in the development of department procedures and initiatives.
* Collaborates with other departments to identify, investigate, and implement new business opportunities.
* Coordinates writing activities with the project teams for document development.
* Provides strategic direction for regulatory writing, publication writing, or regulatory submission programs.
* Trains and mentors other medical writers.
*Location**:** *Europe: Office-based or remote
A team worker with the ability to influence in order to achieve objectives. You will have excellent organizational skills, flexibility, and attention to detail. You will be a highly motivated and dynamic medical writing professional with a strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, a positive attitude, and ambition to make things happen.
Here at PRA we want our employees to succeed and ensure that they are set up for this success through constant training, development and support. To enable success in this position you will have:
* Bachelor's degree in science or a health-related field (an advanced degree is preferred).
* Substantial experience writing for CROs/pharma or biotechnology.
* Demonstrate strong ability to manage technical staff and enhance individual performance.
* Exhibit solid knowledge of appropriate guidelines, regulations, and working practices.
* Display excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* 7 years of leadership experience in medical writing, including at least 3 years of formal people management experience
*Benefits of Working in ICON:*
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That's why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture - one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know
Associate Director Medical Writing - Europe remote
ICON
Home Based Home Based
United Kingdom
Scientific Research
(No Timezone Provided)
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.
With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
As *Associate Director Medical Writing* you will act as a senior member of our medical writing management team, leading a team of writers, and providing strategic support to the department as well as our internal and external stakeholders.
Other responsibilities will include:
* Interviews and selects team members according to department/sponsor needs.
* Takes a lead role in the development of department procedures and initiatives.
* Collaborates with other departments to identify, investigate, and implement new business opportunities.
* Coordinates writing activities with the project teams for document development.
* Provides strategic direction for regulatory writing, publication writing, or regulatory submission programs.
* Trains and mentors other medical writers.
*Location**:** *Europe: Office-based or remote
A team worker with the ability to influence in order to achieve objectives. You will have excellent organizational skills, flexibility, and attention to detail. You will be a highly motivated and dynamic medical writing professional with a strong knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, a positive attitude, and ambition to make things happen.
Here at PRA we want our employees to succeed and ensure that they are set up for this success through constant training, development and support. To enable success in this position you will have:
* Bachelor's degree in science or a health-related field (an advanced degree is preferred).
* Substantial experience writing for CROs/pharma or biotechnology.
* Demonstrate strong ability to manage technical staff and enhance individual performance.
* Exhibit solid knowledge of appropriate guidelines, regulations, and working practices.
* Display excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* 7 years of leadership experience in medical writing, including at least 3 years of formal people management experience
*Benefits of Working in ICON:*
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That's why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture - one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know