
Senior Medical Communications Writer - Publications
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
Hybrid remote
Compensation
$135,000-$215,000/year
Job Description
Company OverviewRhythm is a global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. We develop medicines for previously untreatable or undertreated diseases and provide meaningful support for healthcare providers and patients and their families. We recognize the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need. Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them. Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to adapt, learn, and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.Opportunity OverviewAs aSenior Medical Communications Writer, you will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing publications based on Rhythm’s R&D and therapeutic areas, as well as managing freelance writers and vendors and contributing to overall publication strategy. This position will also provide writing support for associated materials to the Global Scientific Communications department.Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform literature reviews and solicit input from medical, statistical, and operational resources as necessary to support data analysis and document content.
- Oversee vendor- and freelance writer-generated publications, ensuring deliverables are timely and of high quality for internal reviewers and external authors.
- Membership on Core Publication Team and help with overall publication strategy and planning.
- Assist with review of data to ensure cleanliness/appropriateness for analysis, hypothesis testing, QA of statistical output, and data compilation to support data summaries/presentations.
- Writing scientific publications (papers for peer-reviewed medical journals, abstracts, posters, and slide presentations).
- Other writing responsibilities include internal educational scientific slide kits, conference reports, and field medical training materials.
- BS/BA in scientific discipline preferred, advanced degree is a plus.
- 6+ years of related experience, with at least 2 years in a pharmaceutical environment.
- Proven scientific writing skills (particularly experience with developing scientific peer-reviewed publications).
- Ability to interpret and summarize complex tabular and graphical data sets and design post-hoc analyses.
- Expert knowledge of document content preparation, including the use of style guides, medical dictionaries, and online medical writing resources.
- Edits to achieve consistency with scientific communication platform, uses precise accurate language and grammar and has a high attention to detail.
- Comfortable working with co-authors (both external and internal), with exceptional collaboration, written, and verbal communication skills. Independently resolves document content issues and addresses questions by resolving discrepancies.
- Strong organizational skills / advanced project management and organizational skills and ability to work independently, prioritize, and multitask to meet timelines under changing conditions.
- An understanding of drug development, clinical research, study designs, biostatistics, pharmacology, and medical terminology.
- Experience in obesity or rare diseases preferable.
- We are committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives
- We are inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions
- We are eager to learn and adapt
- We believe collaboration and ownership are foundational for our success
- We value the unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission
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FAQs About Senior Medical Communications Writer - Publications Jobs at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals
What is the work location for this position at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals?
This job at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is located in Boston, MA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $135,000 and $215,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals?
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Rhythm Pharmaceuticals?
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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