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Senior Medical Copywriter

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Toronto, Canada
Creative

About the Role

At Ogilvy, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations space, Borderless creativity inspiring brands and people to make lasting impact.

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Ogilvy  </strong></p>

<p>Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since Ogilvy was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently <a href="https://www.Ogilvy.com/ideas/Ogilvy-tops-warc-effective-100-creative-100-rankings-third-straight-year" target="_blank">ranks</a> as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit <a href="http://www.Ogilvy.com/" target="_blank">Ogilvy.com</a>, and follow us on <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.linkedin.com/company/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31Se_7mxpVAamp;quot; target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ogilvy__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31SccaJbNMQamp;quot; target="_blank">X</a>,<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31SfRZhifmAamp;quot; target="_blank"> Instagram</a>, and<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/Ogilvy/__;!!FMox2LFwyA!4Z5sYRsQCsdV4dIxzo5cqM97oclKST23C6w0s209mLcXxT5_tuCL0fM31ScfS6rLGgamp;quot; target="_blank"> Facebook.</a></p>

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<p><strong>About WPP</strong></p>

<p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit <u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="7f087527-f491-4cb6-a79d-3b4a67d1ec89">WPP.com</a></u>.</p></div><div class="page">

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<p>Senior Medical Writer</p>

<h1>About Ogilvy</h1>

<p>Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry.</p>

<h1>About the Role</h1>

<p>As a Senior Medical Writer within our dedicated Medical Communications team, you will play a pivotal role in providing senior-level medical and clinical writing support. This encompasses the development of a wide range of scientific and medical content, including outlines, manuscripts, abstracts, scientific posters, reports, and slide presentations, focused on specific therapeutic areas. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional team members to ensure client expectations, budgets, and timelines are met. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of medical communications initiatives, including accredited and non-accredited learning programs, for a variety of therapeutic areas. Occasional project-related travel may be required.</p>

<h1>What You’ll Do</h1>

<h2>Content Development & Scientific Storytelling:</h2>

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<li>Conduct comprehensive and relevant research and literature reviews.</li>

<li>Interpret and synthesize large amounts of scientific data to create compelling messaging, scientific stories, and narratives that align with project goals.</li>

<li>Structure and write key medical communications documents, including learning programs, manuscripts, posters, abstracts, peer-to-peer slide decks, interactive training programs, and advisory board reports.</li>

<li>Adapt writing style to suit diverse audiences (e.g., primary and secondary care physicians, specialists, nurses, patients, and other stakeholders).</li>

<li>Contribute to the educational design and development of learning programs, ensuring optimal engagement and knowledge transfer.</li>

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<h2>Therapeutic Area Expertise & Application:</h2>

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<li>Combine a thorough understanding of therapeutic areas with product strategy to ensure communication objectives are met on assigned projects.</li>

<li>Identify and leverage relevant, focused resources to understand the underlying science and product strategy related to assigned projects.</li>

<li>Possess the ability to work across multiple therapeutic areas and quickly learn and apply knowledge in new therapeutic areas.</li>

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<h2>Quality Assurance & Accuracy:</h2>

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<li>Ensure all work adheres to internal quality control standards.</li>

<li>Review projects for scientific accuracy, alignment with the project brief, and appropriate incorporation of internal and client/author feedback.</li>

<li>Communicate feedback effectively to team members to ensure accurate incorporation and adherence to project objectives.</li>

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<h2>Efficiency & Time Management:</h2>

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<li>Demonstrate an ability to use a range of resources and tools for efficiency (e.g., work management platform, SharePoint, Teams).</li>

<li>Capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high quality and adhering to deadlines.</li>

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<h1>What You’ll Need</h1>

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<li><strong>Educational Background: </strong>Relevant science degree (PhD preferred).</li>

<li><strong>Industry Experience: </strong>4+ years of experience as a medical writer in an agency or similar environment. In-depth understanding of the life sciences, with the ability to leverage and apply this knowledge across a variety of therapeutic areas. Medical/Pharmaceutical and/or CME experience is a must.</li>

<li><strong>Educational Design: </strong>A keen interest in and aptitude for the design and development of engaging and effective learning programs, with a focus on optimal knowledge transfer.</li>

<li><strong>Analytical & Communication Skills: </strong>Ability to simplify complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences.</li>

<li><strong>Collaboration & Influence: </strong>Proven ability to effectively interact with internal teams, clients, and key opinion leaders.</li>

<li><strong>Language Proficiency: </strong>Excellent command of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Professional knowledge of medical terminology and expertise in articulating pharmaceutical processes and requirements.</li>

<li><strong>Work Ethic & Autonomy: </strong>Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li>

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<h2>Team Player Attributes:</h2>

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<li>Eager to collaborate and, at times, lead.</li>

<li>Solutions-oriented and resourceful.</li>

<li>An avid listener and learner.</li>

<li>Meticulous attention to detail.</li>

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<li>Self-motivated.</li>

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<h1>How We’ll Support You</h1>

<p>Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates.</p>

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</div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><em>The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.</em></p></div><div class="title">Salary Range </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$65,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$115,000 CAD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. </p>

<p>We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. </p>

<p>Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.</p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Ogilvy 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.</span></p>

<p>If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@Ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.</p></div>

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Ogilvy has been growing brands and businesses since 1948. Over the last 75 years, as the world has evolved, Ogilvy has been there. We uphold our legacy through borderless creativity —operating, innovating, and creating at the intersection of talent and capabilities. Our founder, David Ogilvy, created a culture that respected and cared about its people and its clients, and those core values remain at the heart of everything we do. They are not a rigid set of rules, but beliefs that inform how we behave, how we set expectations for our work, and how we hire. We are: Pervasively Creative, Adaptively Connected, Relentlessly Curious, Divinely Discontented, Eternal Craftspeople.

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Ogilvy is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

Key benefit categories include: Health & Wellness, Financial & Retirement, Family & Parenting, Vacation & Time Off, Professional Development, Perks & Discounts. You can view more details on their CertCheck profile.

The day-to-day environment is guided by core values such as Fearless Creativity and Genuine Collaboration and People-First Leadership.

The company has committed to inclusive practices including: Celebrate Every Perspective and Invest in Your Growth.

They have earned Most Loved Workplace® certifications including: Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026 and Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2023.

Ogilvy currently has 176 open positions. They are hiring across departments like Account/Client Services, Public Relations, Creative. You can view all current openings at certcheck.mostlovedworkplace.com/companies/ogilvy/jobs.

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