Scientific Content Creation Associate
About Astellas:
At Astellas we are a progressive health partner, delivering value and outcomes where needed.
We pursue innovative science, focussing initially on the areas of greatest potential and then developing solutions where patient need is high, often in rare or under-served disease areas and in life-threatening or life-limiting diseases and conditions.
We work directly with patients, doctors and health care professionals on the front line to ensure patient and clinical needs are guiding our development activities at every stage.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We work closely with regulatory authorities and payers to find new ways to ensure access to new therapies. We deliver the latest insights and real-world evidence to inform the best decisions for patients and their care-givers, to ensure the medicines we develop continue to provide meaningful outcomes.
Beyond medicines, we support our stakeholder communities to drive initiatives that improve awareness, education, access and ultimately standards of care.
The Opportunity:
It’s an exciting time to join Astellas as we build our new global Scientific Content Creation team, based in our Global Capability Centre in Warsaw, Poland.
As a Scientific Content Creation Associate, you will have an operational role with the opportunity to work with and learn from experienced professionals who develop high-quality scientific content that supports our mission to advance medical innovation. You’ll contribute to transforming complex data into clear, impactful communication while developing your own expertise in medical communications and scientific writing.
While experience in pharma, healthcare, medical communications, or academia would be an advantage, we also welcome applications from motivated graduates or individuals looking to start their career in this area.
Hybrid Working:
At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the team in the creation and timely publication of various Scientific non-promotional content, including publications, Field Medical and Medical Information content.
- Use AI tools to assist in drafting and refining scientific content to ensure medical accuracy and clarity.
- Contribute to the development of global templates and materials to support healthcare professional engagement across omnichannel strategies.
- Collaborate with and learn from experienced colleagues to build skills in scientific content development and communication.
- Ensure all scientific materials are aligned with Astellas’ brand strategy and regulatory requirements.
- Manage the content review process, including performing detailed quality checks, to ensure timely delivery of key materials.
Essential Knowledge & Experience:
- Ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific information clearly and accurately.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Foundational understanding of clinical research and drug development principles (coursework, internship, or project experience desirable).
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- A proactive approach to learning, with enthusiasm to develop expertise in Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, or Medical Writing.
Preferred Experience:
- While prior experience in Medical Affairs, Medical Communications and Medical Writing would be an advantage, it is not essential. This position would suit either recent graduates or those with some relevant experience.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies and Digital tools.
Education/Qualifications:
- MSc. in a life science or healthcare-related field or equivalent experience.
Additional information:
- This is a permanent role based in our Global Capability Centre in Warsaw, Poland and hybrid working with the expectation for some office presence. Flexibility may be required in line with business need. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
Astellas’ Global Capability Centres – Overview
Astellas’ Global Capability Centre’s (GCCs) are strategically located sites that give Astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. Our three GCCs are located in India, Poland and Mexico.
The GCCs will enhance our operational efficiency, resilience and innovation potential, enabling a timely response to changing business demands.
Our GCCs are an integral part of Astellas, guided by our shared values and behaviours and are critical enablers of the company’s strategic priorities, sustainable growth, and commitment to turn innovative science into VALUE for patients.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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