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Senior Medical Communications Specialist

Job description

Benefits
  • Work with a high performing global MedTech company
  • Play a key role in delivering high-impact medical communications projects
  • Collaborative and flexible working environment
 
About the company
This global healthcare organisation is recognised for its commitment to innovation and improving patient outcomes.
 
About the opportunity
This is a Senior Medical Communications Specialist position based in Sydney. Reporting to the Medical Affairs Director, you will play a key role in shaping how scientific data is communicated across global audiences.
The core focus of the role is developing high-quality scientific content, particularly manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals. You will work closely with the cross functional teams to translate complex data into clear, impactful publications, while also supporting broader medical communication initiatives. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys both scientific writing and strategic content development, and who can adapt quickly in a dynamic, evolving environment.
 
Duties
• Lead development of scientific publications including manuscripts, abstracts and peer-reviewed journal submissions
• Translate data into clear, accurate and engaging scientific narratives
• Develop slide decks, training materials and HCP-facing content
• Support medical and marketing teams with evidence-based content and messaging
• Conduct literature reviews and critically analyse scientific data
• Collaborate cross-functionally with medical, clinical, regulatory and marketing teams
• Manage multiple projects and time lines in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Contribute to broader medical communication strategies and campaigns
 
Skills and Experience
• Tertiary qualification in a scientific, medical or health-related field
• Experience in medical communications, medical affairs or related roles
• Strong experience writing scientific publications for peer-reviewed journals
• Ability to interpret and translate complex scientific data into clear messaging
• Experience with literature reviews and critical analysis of data
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across cross-functional teams
• Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-moving environment
• Experience within MedTech, pharma or healthcare industry preferred
 
Culture
This team offers a relaxed, open and collaborative environment.
 
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Click apply or contact Gemma Staddon on gstaddon@hpgconnect.com for a confidential discussion
 
About Healthcare Professionals Group
Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care.
• Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific;
• Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs;
• Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse;
• Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing.