Medical Writer III

Title: Medical Writer III

Location: Plymouth, MN

Duration: 12 Months

100% Onsite

Summary:

This position works out of our Plymouth, MN location, supporting our Electrophysiology medical device division. The primary focus of the Senior Medical Writer role will be the development of scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication. The writer will work closely with internal colleagues, such as clinical scientists and data analysts, to support clinical publication plans.

What You’ll Work On:

• Lead the writing and editing of scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to journal guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues, including clinical scientists and data analysts, to translate findings into high-quality written content.
• Build, organize, and maintain a shared EndNote reference library to support manuscript development and ensure consistency in citation management.
• Manage multiple manuscript projects simultaneously, maintaining timelines and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development and writing of abstracts for scientific conferences, as needed.
• Ensure all content complies with relevant editorial, regulatory, and publication standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in medical writing, preferably in a senior or lead role.
• Proven track record of publishing or contributing to peer-reviewed medical articles.
• Strong understanding of clinical research, medical terminology, and scientific communication.
• Experience writing for healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, or academic audiences.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in the sciences, medicine, or similar discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background or experience in cardiovascular medicine.
• Familiarity with AMA style and other medical writing standards.
• Experience with reference management tools (e.g., EndNote, Zotero).

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.