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Senior Medical Writer position, Maidenhead (Eng), Galway (Ireland) or Jena (Germany) – In Vitro Diagnostics/Medical Devices
You will be partnering with a well-known leader in in vitro diagnostics, who offer a broad range of innovative ways for hospitals, labs, blood banks and clinics to diagnose and monitor health conditions with greater accuracy, speed, convenience and cost-efficiency. The result is smarter decisions for physicians and better health outcomes for patients.
Here in the ICON we are searching for full-time, Senior Medical Writer with considerable Medical Devices experience.
In order to ensure product continuity on market and IVDR Compliance (Submission, Implementation, periodic update of the Clinical Performance Documents (CPR)), we are now recruiting for a Medical Writer to partner with a Medical Devices Pharmaceutical Company
The Medical Writer will support data generation through literature searches and data collation and dissemination. This will be in support of on-market products going through IVDR remediation. It is expected that the Medical Writer will generate the initial clinical performance report, which then will be updated on an annual basis.
The candidate will be skilled in medical writing (with >~5 years’ experience in Medical Writing), developing literature search protocols, and interpreting and selecting relevant scientific literature. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, including creating, tracking changes, and formatting documents to a final signable state, is essential.
We are recruiting professionals ideally located near Maidenhead (England), Galway (Ireland) or Jena (Germany).
Education & Experience
Minimum BA or BS and solid related experience (ideally over 5 years' Medical Writing experience is essential); Master’s degree or Medical Technology Certification, and a familiarity with IVDR.
Technical skills/Knowledge/Abilities
- Strong medical writing skills
- Deep understanding of IVDR and applications
- Advanced knowledge of IVD clinical trials
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
Why 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.
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.
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, colour, 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.
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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