Medical Writer, Medical Writer II, Senior Medical Writer, Principle Medical Writer

This individual researches, writes, and edits clinical and scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks, and other reports to be submitted for publication and/or presentation. 

·        Work in a collaborative team to develop conference materials (abstracts, posters, and presentations), marketing materials, and peer­ reviewed publications.

·        Work closely with Natera's Clinical Affairs, Research and Development, Marketing, and medical education teams.

·        Draft, edit, and submit abstracts, posters, slide presentations, and manuscripts targeted for publication in peer reviewed journals.

·        Participate in the writing, editing, and confirmation of the scientific accuracy of marketing and medical education materials, including white papers.

·        Perform data analysis as needed and develop related graphics and figures.

·        Interact with internal stakeholders and with external service providers to ensure the timely development, review, and publication of documents.

·        Work with third parties including academic partners, key opinion leaders, and contractors during development of technical documents.

·        Excellent writing ability with strong editorial and formatting skills.

·        Ability to create high ­quality documents that effectively and clearly convey scientific data, properly identify/target the audience for each document, and communicate key messages clearly and concisely.

·        Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

·        Ability to work cross­ functionally, collaborate, negotiate with and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

·        Ability to read the primary literature and analyze data.

·        Basic ­to ­intermediate knowledge of biostatistical and clinical research concepts.

·        Familiarity with electronic literature search tools and obtaining copyright permissions.

·        Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) skills; Experience using Adobe Creative Suite/Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Professional, and InDesign) a plus.

·        Advanced degree in Biology, Molecular Genetics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, other relevant scientific discipline, or equivalent required. Doctoral degree (PhD, MD or PharmD) a plus.

·        Minimum of 5 years of related experience of which, a minimum of 2 years of experience writing/editing scientific documents/publications experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or medical communications industries. Time spent writing in graduate school or during a postdoc does NOT count.

·        Experience or background in molecular biology/genomics, oncology, prenatal testing, or diagnostics a plus.

·        Experience submitting abstracts and manuscripts to congresses and journals.