SENIOR MEDICAL WRITER at Tank Worldwide

WHO WE ARE

Grey Health is the culmination of the rich legacies of two powerhouse brands —Grey and TANK. With borderless employees spread across 20 studios in 18 countries, we all work collaboratively with one mission in mind: to deliver famously effective ideas that drive business results for top tier clients in the health and wellness market. In 2023, Grey was named a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace and our agency network and The Grey Group, ranked in the top ten award winners at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

While TANK and Grey maintain their unique identities and market presence, they now benefit from shared resources and strategic direction that help us unlock new opportunities across the globe.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting into the Director of Medical Writing, the Senior Medical Writer is responsible for crafting medical advertising copy that aligns with both brand standards and pharmaceutical industry regulations. We are looking for someone who possesses medical and scientific expertise, is well-versed in pharmaceutical advertising and regulations, and has experience working in a Health advertising agency. As a member of our Toronto studio, you will join a dynamic, globally-minded team surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields and get to work in one of the newest WPP campuses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Produce material that follows client briefs for a variety of audiences including healthcare professional, patients and consumers
Partner with account services team, art directors, creative copywriters and clients to produce deliverables that meet communication objectives
Distill scientific content into promotional and educational materials for varied audiences (e.g. healthcare professionals, patients, pharmaceutical sales representatives, etc.)
Ensure scientific accuracy and compliance of content that upholds both client requirements and county-specific regulatory guidelines (PAAB, ASC, Health Canada, FDA, ABPI, OPDP – whichever is needed based on client)
Build arguments to support the client in their response to regulatory bodies
Prioritize and perform multiple tasks under established deadlines
Be a brand expert, with in-depth knowledge of the therapeutic area(s)
Work on brand assignments that require more experience and strategic knowledge
Mentor and train medical writers
Review the work of freelancers and back-up writers to ensure consistency and accuracy of information
Participate in new business pitches as needed
Collaborate with all teams across the agency

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Post-secondary education in a relevant field (e.g. MSc or PhD in Science preferred)
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar role in an agency environment
Excellent English communication skills
Bilingualism is a strong asset
Ability to write brand-appropriate creative pieces (digital or print)
Solid understanding of digital communications
Knowledge of PAAB, FDA and other regulatory bodies an asset
Ability to multitask and work under pressure
Meticulous and thorough with attention to detail
Collaborative approach with the ability to establish good interpersonal relationships
Support team or agency initiatives as assigned
Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
Comfortable with the MS Office suite of programs

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Challenging Work - As leaders in the health advertising industry, we thrive on solving complex problems and innovation. Each employee is encouraged to bring their best ideas forward to solve problems.

Dedicated Team - It’s in our DNA to work hard and play hard: celebrate our wins, laugh and have fun. We are stronger, together, when we are open and real. At TANK, everyone is valued and plays an important role in our shared success. We care for our people and our clients.

Global Community - Support from the WPP People community and bring your contribution to a greater good while collaborating on WPP strategic projects or initiatives.

Perks and Benefits -The wellness of our employees is at the core of our business therefore we offer competitive benefits:

Competitive compensation package
Extensive Group Insurance Program on Day 1
Vacation according to experience
Paid Christmas shutdown
Extended long weekends on statutory holidays - TANK Days (extra days off annually)
Work-life balance measures

Nous croyons que le meilleur travail se fait lorsque nous sommes ensemble, favorisant la créativité, la collaboration et la connexion. C’est pourquoi nous avons adopté une approche hybride incluant des journées obligatoires au bureau. Si vous avez besoin d’aménagements ou de flexibilité, veuillez en discuter avec l’équipe de recrutement lors du processus d’entrevue.

TANK WW est un employeur offrant l’égalité des chances et considère les candidatures à tous les postes sans discrimination ni égard à des caractéristiques particulières. Nous nous engageons à promouvoir une culture de respect où chacun se sent à sa place et dispose des mêmes opportunités pour faire progresser sa carrière.

Veuillez être vigilant face aux fraudes en matière de recrutement. TANK WW ne mène pas d’entrevues via des plateformes de messagerie instantanée et ne demandera jamais d’informations financières personnelles telles que des numéros de compte bancaire, des informations de carte de crédit ou un quelconque paiement au cours du processus d’embauche. Toute communication légitime proviendra d’une adresse courriel officielle se terminant par @TANKWW.com. Si vous suspectez une activité frauduleuse, veuillez nous en informer immédiatement. Restez vigilant et protégez vos informations personnelles.

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We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

TANK WW is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

Please be aware of the possibility of recruiting fraud. TANK WW does not conduct interviews via instant messaging platforms and will never request personal financial information such as bank account numbers, credit card information, or payment of any kind during the hiring process. All legitimate communication will come from an official @TANKWW.com email address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it to us immediately. Stay vigilant and protect your personal information.