How can a Hospital Pharmacist Become a Medical Writer?


The transition from the hospital environment to the universe of medical writing may seem challenging, but it is totally possible - and very strategic! The pharmacist already carries a valuable technical background that can be applied directly in the scientific and regulatory writing, especially for his practical experience with medicines, protocols and clinical data.

Steps to become a Medical Writer:

1. Understand what a Medical Writer does

Medical writers transform technical information from the health area into clear, objective and well-structured content. This can include everything from scientific articles to regulatory documents and educational materials.

2. Take advantage of your clinical background

You already have in-depth knowledge about medicines, pharmacology, clinical protocols and even pharmacovigilance. All this is gold in medical writing.

3. Invest in specific training

Search for courses on:

•Scientific writing

•Regulatory writing

•Pharmacovigilance

•Clinical research (GCP)

•Medical communication (MedComms)

4. Improve your technical and scientific writing in English

Most vacancies require fluency or mastery of English writing. Start by reading articles, writing summaries and practising.

5. Build a portfolio

Publish articles, reviews, abstracts or even technical posts on blogs. This shows your practical ability.

6. Participate in events and networks in the area

Connect with professionals in the field at events, LinkedIn, forums and congresses. Networking counts a lot!

Entry-Level Vacancies to Start in the Area:

These are some functions that you can look for to take the first steps as a medical writer, even with little or no formal experience:

• Junior Medical Writer

•Trainee Medical Writer

•Scientific Content Creator

•Regulatory Affairs Assistant

• Medical Information Specialist

•Pharmacovigilance Assistant

•Clinical Research Assistant (CRA Trainee)

• Editorial Assistant in medical agencies

•Scientific Translator/Proofreader

• Scientific contentist for e-learning or blogs

Tip: Many of these vacancies do not require direct experience as a writer, but technical knowledge and interest in communication. Take advantage of your pharmaceutical background and highlight your experience with clinical documents, pharmacology and scientific language.

The medical writer career is an excellent opportunity for the hospital pharmacist who seeks new possibilities, loves to write and wants to impact health in a strategic and communicative way.

You don't need to abandon your pharmaceutical essence - just direct it to a new format of scientific contribution.

The first step? Start 

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