[Hiring] Scientific Specialist @Parexel

Role Description

Parexel is looking for a Scientific Specialist for our Medical Communications department. This is a 6 months maternity cover (possible extension) starting in October. The role requires a self-directed scientific communicator with strong technical expertise, capable of managing complex medical communications projects independently while maintaining high quality standards and stakeholder relationships.

• Develop and maintain expert-level knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas, client products, and project goals
• Produce high-quality scientific content across all communication formats through rigorous research, writing, editing, and verification
• Own assigned projects/programs end-to-end, independently solving complex technical challenges with minimal oversight
• Ensure excellent project delivery within scope and deadlines
• Manage effective communication and collaboration with clients and external stakeholders (authors, opinion leaders) throughout project lifecycles
• Understand the organization's full range of services and operational processes

Qualifications

• Very strong prior experience preferred in a similar role, preferably within a medical communications agency environment
• Ability to acquire and apply specialized therapy area knowledge
• Ability to interpret and organize scientific data
• Ability to understand and implement marketing messages
• Strong scientific writing competency
• Proofreading and copyediting skills
• Ability to quality control own output

Requirements

• Degree and Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Medicine (BSc, BA, PharmD, PhD, MD)