6 Medical Writing jobs in South Africa

Company Description
We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversified by geography, product and manufacturing capability.

Aspen is a dynamic organization built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At Aspen, not only do we source for the best talent, but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.

The Group's key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.

OBJECTIVE OF ROLE
To support the SA Commercial Business to realize the commercial strategy and to achieve the annual targeted growth and revenue through successful new product introductions and maintenance of current product portfolio in the South Africa and South African Development Community (SADC) region, by ensuring successful Marketing Authorisation and variation approval from the SAHPRA and Regulatory Authorities of the SADC member states within the committed timeframe. The role undertakes responsibility for compliance with the Regulatory / Pharmacovigilance Requirements for the New Product Launch Pipeline and the existing product portfolio in the region, through the successful completion of assigned activities according to the South African and SADC Regulatory plan. To establish a central point of contact for all medical writing project for the Regulatory Affairs South Africa entity of the Aspen Group by liaising with other Pharmacare departments as the need arises. To undertake all research, creation and editing of all documents to comply with safety and clinical updates accordingly to the Pharmacare Company Core Datasheet (CCDS).

Key Responsibilities
Financial

• Project management of contractual and financial aspects of all medical writing projects and the effective utilisation of resources to keep processes cost effective.
• Identification of project challenges to departmental line management and the financial
• impact thereof.

Project Management

• Act in the capacity of project manager/lead for medical writing projects. This may entail serving as the primary client contact, negotiating deliverable timelines, and resolving project-related issues, and other duties as assigned.
• Project management of contractual and financial aspects to be performed with management where necessary.
• Serve as the Medical Writing representative to provide proactive support for planning efficient work plans and timelines for medical writing deliverables, and medical writing input into other departmental deliverables. Identify any potential project challenges to departmental line management and project leader, including changes in project plan, timeline or out of scope requests, and suggest possible resolution options.
• Coordinate and conduct interdepartmental team review and sign-off of document deliverables according to Pharmacare guidelines/SOPs.
• Coordinate production and distribution of draft and final documents to regulatory teams. Ensure that all work is complete and of high quality prior to team distribution.
• Attend internal and technical team meetings as required.
• Assist management as needed with preparation of resourcing estimates for potential new medical writing projects
• Proactively engage with other departmental resources where necessary to ensure that information/documentation requests are delivered in a professional and timeous manner.

Medical Writing Accountabilities

• Ensure defined framework as set by PV Lead, RA Manager: Safety, Quality and Compliance, or Head of Department are executed within the specified timelines.
• Write clinical documents for submission to regulatory authorities, including but not limited to:
• clinical overviews and summaries
• clinical expert statements
• interim and final clinical study reports
• integrated summaries of safety and efficacy
• nonclinical overviews and summaries
• Provide medical editing review of draft and final documents prepared by other writers before internal or external distribution. This includes both copy editing and content review.
• Ensure document content and style adheres to FDA/EMA/SAHPRA or other appropriate regulatory guidelines, and complies with departmental and corporate SOPs and style guidelines
• Perform literature searches/reviews to obtain background information and training for
• development of documents
• Prepare country specific packs for submission of safety variations within ZA and other
• territories
• Assist in the assessment of clinical and nonclinical documentation with regards to its suitability for supporting new marketing authorisation applications (MAA) or new indications.
• Preparation of aggregate safety reports including but not limited to PSURs, PBRERs and Addendum Safety Reports.
• Preparation of Risk Management Systems including but not limited to Risk Management Plans, Healthcare Professional Letters and Risk Communication Plans.
• Request for Information from Competent Regulatory Authorities (CRAs)
• Manage safety related requests from regulatory agencies and Aspen Affiliates to ensure any requests are answered fully and promptly.
• Assessment of local PI/PIL for inclusion of the validated signal.
• Data analysis of signals and feedback to the Safety Review Team (SRT) during the Signal Management meetings.
• Provide training and guidance and act as a mentor to less experienced departmental
• members.
• Initiate and participate in departmental or interdepartmental process improvement and
• training initiatives.
• Initiate and manage development of formats, templates and general guidelines for clinical
• documentation and workflow procedures.
• Assist in the development of departmental SOPs/WIs.
• Keep abreast of professional information and technology through
• workshops and conferences and ensure the appropriate transfer of that information to the department.
• Ensure systems and procedures are in place in accordance with the RA QMS and that these are maintained according to the relevant SOPs
• Adhere to agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support the continuous development and improvement of the PV function while upholding Aspen core values.
• Maintain rigorous adherence to written procedures, e.g. SOPs/WIs.
• Adherence to Company Health & Safety procedures.
• Participate in training programmes.
• Any other duties as assigned by your Manager.

Educational Requirements

• Matric/ Grade 12
• B.Pharm (preferred); B.Sc. (Hons), B Sc. Pharmacology or equivalent scientific or clinical qualification

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

• 4 Years experience in pharmaceutical industry (clinical expertise)
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and medical authorities in South Africa
• Strong understanding of regulations, ICH guidelines, and GCP
• Extensive medical writing and expertise in submission

Soft Skills Requirements

• Results and performance driven - deliver results that meet or exceed expectations
• Integrity
• Work ethic
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Sense of urgency - responding to issues and opportunities in a timely manner
• Intellectual curiosity - willing to suggest and try new ideas
• Positive and pro-active approach to business tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A solutions provider
• Manage evolving deadlines effectively with regular feedback and updates
• Enthusiasm and Drive to take ownership and drive process initiatives
• Service orientation
• Customer focused
• Logical thinking
• Information seeking
• Positive 'can - do' attitude
• Be able to work autonomously and have good problem-solving skills
• Able to cope with evolving deadlines effectively with regular feedback and updates
• Honest and trustworthy
• Respectful and highly personable
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Flexibility & confidentiality are key requirements for this role.

Computer Skills Required
The applicant must be proficient in the various applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) within the Microsoft Office bundle.

Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups. Suitably qualified applicants are invited to submit their CV's online on or before
1 June 2025.
Please note that if you have not heard from the HR department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address after applicants have had informed their direct line managers of their application for this specific role.

Company Description
We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversified by geography, product and manufacturing capability.

Aspen is a dynamic organization built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At Aspen, not only do we source for the best talent, but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.

The Group's key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.

OBJECTIVE OF ROLE
To support the SA Commercial Business to realize the commercial strategy and to achieve the annual targeted growth and revenue through successful new product introductions and maintenance of current product portfolio in the South Africa and South African Development Community (SADC) region, by ensuring successful Marketing Authorisation and variation approval from the SAHPRA and Regulatory Authorities of the SADC member states within the committed timeframe.

The role undertakes responsibility for compliance with the Regulatory / Pharmacovigilance Requirements for the New Product Launch Pipeline and the existing product portfolio in the region, through the successful completion of assigned activities according to the South African and SADC Regulatory plan.

Key Responsibilities

• FINANCIAL

• Project management of contractual and financial aspects of all medical writing projects and the effective utilization of resources to keep processes cost effective.

• Identification of project challenges to be shared with the departmental line management and the financial impact thereof.

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Act in the capacity of project manager/lead for medical writing projects. This may entail serving as the primary client contact, negotiating deliverable timelines, and resolving project-related issues, and other duties as assigned.

• Project management of contractual and financial aspects to be performed with management where necessary.
• Serve as the Medical Writing representative to provide proactive support for planning efficient work plans and timelines for medical writing deliverables, and medical writing input into other departmental deliverables. Identify any potential project challenges to departmental line management and project leader, including changes in project plan, timeline or out of scope requests, and suggest possible resolution options.
• Coordinate and conduct interdepartmental team review and sign-off of document deliverables according to Pharmacare guidelines/SOPs.
• Coordinate production and distribution of draft and final documents to regulatory teams. Ensure that all work is complete and of high quality prior to team distribution.
• Attend internal and technical team meetings as required.
• Assist management as needed with preparation of resourcing estimates for potential new medical writing projects

• Proactively engage with other departmental resources where necessary to ensure that information/documentation requests are delivered in a professional and timeous manner.

• MEDICAL WRITING ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure defined framework as set by PV Manager or Head of Department are executed within the specified timelines.

• Write clinical documents for submission to regulatory authorities, including but not limited to:

• clinical overviews and summaries

• clinical expert statements
• interim and final clinical study reports
• integrated summaries of safety and efficacy

• nonclinical overviews and summaries

• Provide medical editing review of draft and final documents prepared by other writers before internal or external distribution. This includes both copy editing and content review.

• Ensure document content and style adheres to FDA/EMA/SAHPRA or other appropriate regulatory guidelines, and complies with departmental and corporate SOPs and style guidelines
• Perform literature searches/reviews to obtain background information and training for development of documents
• Prepare country specific packs for submission of safety variations within ZA and other territories

• Assist in the assessment of clinical and nonclinical documentation with regards to its suitability for supporting new marketing authorisation applications (MAA) or new indications.

• SAFETY

• Aggregate reporting

• Preparation of aggregate safety reports including but not limited to PSURs, PBRERs and Addendum Safety Reports.

• Risk Management System

• Preparation of Risk Management Systems including but not limited to Risk Management Plans, Dear Healthcare Professional Letters and Risk Communication Plans.

• Request for Information from Competent Regulatory Authorities (CRAs)

• Manage safety-related requests from regulatory agencies and Aspen Affiliates to ensure any requests are answered fully and promptly.

• Signal Management

• Assessment of local PI/PIL for inclusion of the validated signal.

• Data analysis of signals and feedback to the Safety Review Team (SRT) during the Signal Management meetings

• TRAINING

• Provide training and guidance and act as a mentor to less experienced departmental members.

• Initiate and participate in departmental or interdepartmental process improvement and training initiatives.
• Initiate and manage development of formats, templates and general guidelines for clinical documentation and workflow procedures.
• Assist in the development of departmental SOPs/WIs.

• Keep abreast of professional information and technology through workshops and conferences and ensure the appropriate transfer of that information to the department.

• GENERAL

• Ensure systems and procedures are in place in accordance with the RA QMS and that these are maintained according to the relevant SOPs
• Adhere to agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support the continuous development and improvement of the PV function while upholding Aspen core values.
• Maintain rigorous adherence to written procedures, e.g. SOPs/WIs.
• Adherence to Company Health & Safety procedures.
• Participate in training programmes.
• Any other duties as assigned by your Manager.

Educational Requirements

• Matric
• B.Sc. (Hons) or equivalent scientific qualification (B.Pharm is preferable)

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

• 4yrs experience in pharmaceutical clinical research expertise.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and medical authorities in South Africa
• Strong understanding of regulations, ICH guidelines, and GCP
• Extensive medical writing and expertise in submission

Soft Skills And Competency Requirements

• Results and performance driven - deliver results that meet or exceed expectations
• Integrity with a robust work ethic
• Deadline driven
• Sense of urgency - responding to issues and opportunities in a timely manner
• Intellectual curiosity - willing to suggest and try new ideas
• Positive and proactive approach to business tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A solutions provider
• Manage evolving deadlines effectively with regular feedback and updates
• Enthusiasm and Drive to take ownership and drive process initiatives
• Service orientation
• Customer focused
• Logical thinking
• Information seeking
• Positive 'can - do' attitude
• Be able to work autonomously and have good problem-solving skills
• Able to cope with evolving deadlines effectively, with regular feedback and updates
• Honest and trustworthy
• Respectful and highly personable
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Flexibility & confidentiality are key requirements for this role.

Computer Skills Required
The applicant must be proficient in the various applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) within the Microsoft Office bundle.

FEEDBACK
Please note that if you have not heard from the Human Capital department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

INTERNAL APPLICATIONS
Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address after applicants have had informed their direct line managers of their application for this specific role.

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with Aspen's Transformation Agenda.

Who is HelloKindred?

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people's lives better. We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers – connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length:
12 months with potential to extend

Work set up:
Remote

Our client, a leading healthcare consulting firm, is seeking a skilled Medical Writer to deliver high-quality scientific content across a variety of formats including manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, and digital materials. This role requires the ability to quickly assimilate complex information across unfamiliar therapy areas and produce accurate, engaging content within defined timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate effectively, and demonstrate initiative and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

What you will do:

Scientific Content and Data Interpretation

• Research, write, and revise original editorial content across multiple formats, ensuring scientific accuracy, correct grammar, and alignment with project briefs.
• Apply growing expertise in therapeutic areas to support clinical and strategic objectives.
• Perform accurate self-review and editing to ensure first-time quality and flag data inconsistencies for discussion.
• Tailor deliverables to client goals and product strategy.
• Demonstrate familiarity with a range of deliverables and the full project lifecycle.
• Apply industry-standard regulatory and ethical guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE) to all content.

Project Delivery and Ownership

• Manage multiple concurrent projects efficiently, delivering high-quality work on time and within allocated hours.
• Demonstrate autonomy and accountability in project delivery, adapting approaches based on feedback.
• Maintain open, professional communication with team members and project leads, providing proactive updates.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Design, Editorial, and Studio.
• Take a proactive, professional approach to learning, development, and project ownership.

Client Communication

• Engage professionally with clients, authors, and external stakeholders via email, calls, and in-person interactions.
• Lead project-specific communications and provide proactive status updates.
• Build a trusted, reliable presence in client communications with growing independence.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Proven ability to work independently with a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and motivation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes through impactful scientific content.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• Experience contributing constructively to team discussions and group efforts.
• Skilled in seeking input from colleagues to ensure alignment and shared understanding.
• Clear and respectful communicator with internal stakeholders.
• Capable of tailoring verbal and written communication to suit different audiences.
• Maintained a positive and solution-oriented attitude when facing challenges or receiving feedback.
• Accountable for personal deliverables and proactive in seeking support when needed.
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines while maintaining professionalism.
• Foundational understanding of how medical communications support client objectives and healthcare outcomes.
• Awareness of the importance of efficiency, client satisfaction, and scientific integrity.
• Emerging ability to recognize how content contributes to broader business strategy.

Additional Information

Please submit at least one (1) relevant writing sample with your application.

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversi?ed by geography, product and manufacturing capability.

Aspen is a dynamic organization built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At Aspen, not only do we source for the best talent, but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.

The Group’s key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.

OBJECTIVE OF ROLE

To support the SA Commercial Business to realize the commercial strategy and to achieve the annual targeted growth and revenue through successful new product introductions and maintenance of current product portfolio in the South Africa and South African Development Community (SADC) region, by ensuring successful Marketing Authorisation and variation approval from the SAHPRA and Regulatory Authorities of the SADC member states within the committed timeframe.

The role undertakes responsibility for compliance with the Regulatory / Pharmacovigilance Requirements for the New Product Launch Pipeline and the existing product portfolio in the region, through the successful completion of assigned activities according to the South African and SADC Regulatory plan.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. FINANCIAL
   
   
   
   • Project management of contractual and financial aspects of all medical writing projects and the effective utilization of resources to keep processes cost effective.
   
   
   • Identification of project challenges to be shared with the departmental line management and the financial impact thereof.
     
     
   
   
   
   


2. PROJECT MANAGEMENT
   
   
   
   • Act in the capacity of project manager/lead for medical writing projects. This may entail serving as the primary client contact, negotiating deliverable timelines, and resolving project-related issues, and other duties as assigned.
   
   
   • Project management of contractual and financial aspects to be performed with management where necessary.
   
   
   • Serve as the Medical Writing representative to provide proactive support for planning efficient work plans and timelines for medical writing deliverables, and medical writing input into other departmental deliverables. Identify any potential project challenges to departmental line management and project leader, including changes in project plan, timeline or out of scope requests, and suggest possible resolution options.
   
   
   • Coordinate and conduct interdepartmental team review and sign-off of document deliverables according to Pharmacare guidelines/SOPs.
   
   
   • Coordinate production and distribution of draft and final documents to regulatory teams. Ensure that all work is complete and of high quality prior to team distribution.
   
   
   • Attend internal and technical team meetings as required.
   
   
   • Assist management as needed with preparation of resourcing estimates for potential new medical writing projects
   
   
   • Proactively engage with other departmental resources where necessary to ensure that information/documentation requests are delivered in a professional and timeous manner.
     
     
   
   
   
   


3. MEDICAL WRITING ACCOUNTABILITIES
   
   
   
   • Ensure defined framework as set by PV Manager or Head of Department are executed within the specified timelines.
   
   
   • Write clinical documents for submission to regulatory authorities, including but not limited to:
     
     
     
     • clinical overviews and summaries
     
     
     • clinical expert statements
     
     
     • interim and final clinical study reports
     
     
     • integrated summaries of safety and efficacy
     
     
     • nonclinical overviews and summaries
       
       
       
       • Provide medical editing review of draft and final documents prepared by other writers before internal or external distribution. This includes both copy editing and content review.
       
       
       • Ensure document content and style adheres to FDA/EMA/SAHPRA or other appropriate regulatory guidelines, and complies with departmental and corporate SOPs and style guidelines
       
       
       • Perform literature searches/reviews to obtain background information and training for development of documents
       
       
       • Prepare country specific packs for submission of safety variations within ZA and other territories
       
       
       • Assist in the assessment of clinical and nonclinical documentation with regards to its suitability for supporting new marketing authorisation applications (MAA) or new indications.
         
         
       
       
       
       
     
     
     
     
   
   
   
   


4. SAFETY
   
   
   
   • Aggregate reporting
     
     
     
     • Preparation of aggregate safety reports including but not limited to PSURs, PBRERs and Addendum Safety Reports.
     
     
     
     
   
   
   • Risk Management System
     
     
     
     • Preparation of Risk Management Systems including but not limited to Risk Management Plans, Dear Healthcare Professional Letters and Risk Communication Plans.
     
     
     
     
   
   
   • Request for Information from Competent Regulatory Authorities (CRAs)
     
     
     
     • Manage safety-related requests from regulatory agencies and Aspen Affiliates to ensure any requests are answered fully and promptly.
     
     
     
     
   
   
   • Signal Management
     
     
     
     • Assessment of local PI/PIL for inclusion of the validated signal.
     
     
     
     
   
   
   • Data analysis of signals and feedback to the Safety Review Team (SRT) during the Signal Management meetings
     
     
   
   
   
   


5. TRAINING
   
   
   
   • Provide training and guidance and act as a mentor to less experienced departmental members.
   
   
   • Initiate and participate in departmental or interdepartmental process improvement and training initiatives.
   
   
   • Initiate and manage development of formats, templates and general guidelines for clinical documentation and workflow procedures.
   
   
   • Assist in the development of departmental SOPs/WIs.
   
   
   • Keep abreast of professional information and technology through workshops and conferences and ensure the appropriate transfer of that information to the department.
     
     
   
   
   
   


6. GENERAL

• Ensure systems and procedures are in place in accordance with the RA QMS and that these are maintained according to the relevant SOPs


• Adhere to agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).


• Support the continuous development and improvement of the PV function while upholding Aspen core values.


• Maintain rigorous adherence to written procedures, e.g. SOPs/WIs.


• Adherence to Company Health & Safety procedures.


• Participate in training programmes.


• Any other duties as assigned by your Manager.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Matric


• B.Sc. (Hons) or equivalent scientific qualification (B.Pharm is preferable)

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 4yrs experience in pharmaceutical clinical research expertise.


• Strong knowledge of regulatory and medical authorities in South Africa


• Strong understanding of regulations, ICH guidelines, and GCP


• Extensive medical writing and expertise in submission

SOFT SKILLS AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Results and performance driven – deliver results that meet or exceed expectations


• Integrity with a robust work ethic


• Deadline driven


• Sense of urgency – responding to issues and opportunities in a timely manner


• Intellectual curiosity – willing to suggest and try new ideas


• Positive and proactive approach to business tasks


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills


• A solutions provider


• Manage evolving deadlines effectively with regular feedback and updates


• Enthusiasm and Drive to take ownership and drive process initiatives


• Service orientation


• Customer focused


• Logical thinking


• Information seeking


• Positive ‘can – do’ attitude


• Be able to work autonomously and have good problem-solving skills


• Able to cope with evolving deadlines effectively, with regular feedback and updates


• Honest and trustworthy


• Respectful and highly personable


• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity


• Flexibility & confidentiality are key requirements for this role.

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED

The applicant must be proficient in the various applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) within the Microsoft Office bundle.

FEEDBACK

Please note that if you have not heard from the Human Capital department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

INTERNAL APPLICATIONS

Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address after applicants have had informed their direct line managers of their application for this specific role.

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with Aspen’s Transformation Agenda.

Who is HelloKindred?

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people's lives better. We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers – connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length:
12 months with potential to extend

Work set up:
Remote

Compensation
: between R38,000 to 42,000 per month depending on experience.

Our client, a leading healthcare consulting firm, is seeking a skilled Associate Medical Writer to deliver high-quality scientific content across a variety of formats including manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks, and digital materials. This role requires the ability to quickly assimilate complex information across unfamiliar therapy areas and produce accurate, engaging content within defined timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate effectively, and demonstrate initiative and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

What you will do:

Scientific Content and Data Interpretation

• Research, write, and revise original editorial content across multiple formats, ensuring scientific accuracy, correct grammar, and alignment with project briefs.
• Apply growing expertise in therapeutic areas to support clinical and strategic objectives.
• Perform accurate self-review and editing to ensure first-time quality and flag data inconsistencies for discussion.
• Tailor deliverables to client goals and product strategy.
• Demonstrate familiarity with a range of deliverables and the full project lifecycle.
• Apply industry-standard regulatory and ethical guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE) to all content.

Project Delivery and Ownership

• Manage multiple concurrent projects efficiently, delivering high-quality work on time and within allocated hours.
• Demonstrate autonomy and accountability in project delivery, adapting approaches based on feedback.
• Maintain open, professional communication with team members and project leads, providing proactive updates.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Design, Editorial, and Studio.
• Take a proactive, professional approach to learning, development, and project ownership.

Client Communication

• Engage professionally with clients, authors, and external stakeholders via email, calls, and in-person interactions.
• Lead project-specific communications and provide proactive status updates.
• Build a trusted, reliable presence in client communications with growing independence.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• At least 1 year of experience in a medcomms agency.
• Proven ability to work independently with a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and motivation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes through impactful scientific content.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• Experience contributing constructively to team discussions and group efforts.
• Skilled in seeking input from colleagues to ensure alignment and shared understanding.
• Clear and respectful communicator with internal stakeholders.
• Capable of tailoring verbal and written communication to suit different audiences.
• Maintained a positive and solution-oriented attitude when facing challenges or receiving feedback.
• Accountable for personal deliverables and proactive in seeking support when needed.
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines while maintaining professionalism.
• Foundational understanding of how medical communications support client objectives and healthcare outcomes.
• Awareness of the importance of efficiency, client satisfaction, and scientific integrity.
• Emerging ability to recognize how content contributes to broader business strategy.

Additional Information

Please submit at least one (1) relevant writing sample with your application.

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.