Medical Writer - Promotional Review - German Lisboa

Senior Scientific Communications Specialist - German

(Medical Writer / Promo Review)

Location: Fully Remote Europe

Essentials

Degree: Advanced degree in Pharmacy (Pharm
D preferred), advanced healthcare degree, or equivalent clinical experience.

Experience: 24 years in scientific content creation within the pharmaceutical industry, medical education, or academia.

Languages: Fluent in English and German (C1/C2).

Position Summary

The Senior Scientific Communications Specialist provides scientific and medical writing support across multiple therapeutic areas. This role ensures the delivery of accurate, balanced, and compliant content for internal stakeholders, healthcare professionals, and consumers. The position supports client needs, aligns with Medical Affairs and brand strategies, and may lead team members or client projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and edit scientific and medical materials (e. g. , standard/custom responses, slide decks, manuscripts, dossiers, and promotional materials).
• Ensure content accuracy, scientific integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Apply and maintain approved content and style guidelines in content management systems.
• Respond to medical information requests via email, web, or calls; conduct scientific exchanges as needed.
• Participate in scientific and brand training to maintain expertise.
• Meet quality and turnaround targets while adhering to legal, regulatory, and compliance policies.
• Mentor or train new staff; may lead teams supporting specific clients or brands.
• Serve as primary contact between Med Communications and clients for project coordination and updates.
• Support quality assurance activities and participate in special projects, pilots, or client initiatives.
• Provide medical information support through virtual sessions or medical meeting coverage.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Embase, Ovid, and content management systems preferred.
• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical, regulatory, and compliance environments (FDA, EMA).
• Demonstrated expertise in drug information communication and scientific content management.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a
  - paced,
  - driven setting.
• Displays professionalism, initiative, and leadership in
  - functional collaborations.

Core Competencies

• Accuracy
• Time Management
• Communication
• Leadership
• Collaboration
• Innovation
• Customer Focus
• Work Ethic
• Self-Motivation
• Technical Aptitude
• Applied Learning

Work Environment

Remote position within Europe for Med Communications International.

Candidates must submit an English CV.

Equal Opportunity

Med Communications, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.