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Scientific Specialist
Parexel International Corporation
USA - Northeast - Home Based
Comprehensive understanding of the organization’s service offerings and processes
Develop high-quality scientific content by means of all necessary research, scientific writing,
editing, and fact checking, to meet deadlines and work within project scope and objectives. Applies to all formats of MedCom’s communication outputs
Acquire and maintain in-depth understanding of relevant therapy areas, client products, and objectives
Take ownership of assigned projects or programs and resolve complex technical issues, with minimal management direction, to ensure excellent project delivery
Liaise effectively with client and external authors/opinion leaders during the lifecycle of assigned projects or programs
QualificationsIntermediate computer and Internet skills, including knowledge of MS applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Strong oral and written communication skills Strong problem-solving skills
Technical expertise:
o Ability to acquire and apply specialized therapy area knowledge
o Ability to interpret and organize scientific data
o Ability to understand and implement marketing messages
o Scientific writing competency
o Proofreading and copyediting skills
o Ability to quality control own output
Effective project management skills
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong client focus
Ability to interact professionally within a client organization organization
Ability to prioritize work and define steps needed to achieve specified project outcomes
Ability to successfully manage assignments on time with high quality
Effective presentation skills
Ability and willingness to participate in the training and mentoring of other team members
Willingness to undertake continuous professional learning and development
Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork
Education
Degree and a higher degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Medicine (BSc, BA, PharmD, PhD, MD)
Minimum Work Experience
Prior experience in a similar role, preferably within a medical communications agency environmentEEO DisclaimerParexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job posted: 2020-09-09