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Medical Writing - Medical Affairs

2+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 26, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Medical Affairs – Medical Writing (Position title/level may vary by site or geographic location)
Company: Eli Lilly and Company
Location: Office-based or Hybrid


About Eli Lilly and Company

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. As a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, we are committed to discovering and bringing life-changing medicines to those who need them. Our employees worldwide work toward improving the understanding and management of disease and give back to our communities. We are determined to make life better, and we put people first. We're looking for individuals who share our mission.


Position Overview:

The Medical Affairs Medical Writing team plays a pivotal role in Lilly’s efforts to provide balanced, objective, and accurate information to regulators, healthcare professionals, payers, and patients. The Medical Writing role is integral in supporting Medical Affairs in creating and maintaining content that reflects scientific expertise across all stages of the drug development lifecycle.


Primary Responsibilities:

  1. Content Strategy and Execution:

    • Collect, evaluate, and integrate data from multiple sources to create cohesive content strategies.
    • Write, edit, and review scientific and regulatory documents (e.g., EMS, slide updates, internal training slides, manuscripts, newsletters, HCP materials, etc.).
    • Develop and finalize documents, ensuring consistency and accuracy of data and conclusions.
    • Lead the authoring and review process, ensuring timely and quality delivery of documents, including regulatory submissions.
    • Provide scientific rationale to support complex documents, and coordinate internal and external reviews.
  2. Project and Stakeholder Management:

    • Manage the writing process with effective project management techniques to ensure documents are completed on time.
    • Create and communicate clear timelines for writing projects and manage risks to delivery.
    • Work closely with stakeholders to ensure smooth document development, escalating issues when needed.
  3. Knowledge and Skills Development:

    • Maintain expertise in relevant therapeutic areas and regulatory guidelines.
    • Continuously update knowledge of compounds, disease states, and clinical developments.
    • Develop and improve scientific communication skills to align with audience needs and evolving platforms.
  4. Knowledge Sharing:

    • Share expertise and best practices with colleagues across teams and regions.
    • Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members and contribute to process improvements.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, health, communications, or technology-related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in technical/scientific writing with a focus on regulatory and medical documents.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Successful completion of a writing exercise (required for candidate evaluation).

Additional Preferences:

  • Graduate degree with a formal research component or in life sciences.
  • Expertise in clinical pharmacology, therapeutic areas (e.g., neuroscience, oncology, cardiovascular, immunology, or endocrine).
  • Experience in regulatory writing, clinical trial documents, or Medical Affairs communications (e.g., slide decks, patient or HCP materials).
  • Proven experience in project management and time management.
  • Proficiency in end-user computer skills (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, presentations, and templates).

Why Lilly?
At Lilly, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive environment where employees thrive. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please complete the accommodation request form to receive further assistance.

For more information about Lilly, our values, and career opportunities, visit www.lilly.com.


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