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• Job Title: Medical Information Specialist Locations: London (Hybrid) Organisation: Springer Health+ Full time, Permanent About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow. About Springer Health+ (Previously Springer Healthcare) Springer Health+ is a leading global medical communications and education provider. Working in partnership with pharmaceutical companies and key opinion leaders. At Springer Health+, we see beyond the data – we see the people behind every breakthrough. We do more than help experts across the medical community keep up with science; we help them move it forward, making healthcare smarter and more human. About the role We’re looking for a proactive individual, keen to take on the integral role of Medical Information Specialist within our expanding operation in the UK, working with some of the biggest names in the pharmaceutical industry. To find out more about us visit our website at https://springerhealthplus.com/ Responsibilities Complete product and therapy area training; become familiar with the SmPCs for the product(s) assigned to; keep up-to-date on therapy area and product knowledge. Follow client instructions and processes for managing inquiries, and developing Global Response Documents (GRD) within the required timelines. Using systems to manage inquiries and all aspects of response document development and approvals Monitor inquiry inbox/system for inquiries escalated to the Global team; monitor email inbox for inquiries to be handled as briefed by the client. Undertake appropriate literature searches (within PubMed; EMBASE; Google Scholar) Define the scope of the literature search and identify appropriate keywords accordingly to address the inquiry topic Critically evaluate literature search results Identify key references of relevance to the inquiry; where applicable, critically evaluate additional references cited within these key references Critically assess content of each reference to identify the key information and data of relevance to the inquiry Draft GRDs de novo, update expired documents in line with the latest version of the Style Guide and GRD template Qualifications and Experience: Essential Degree in life science, pharmacy or proven equivalent experience Experience working in Medical Information Writing experience in a pharmaceutical/healthcare/med comms setting Ability to interpret and analyse clinical/scientific data Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail A strong commitment to providing high-level client service and delivering results Desirable Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel #LI-RP1 Springer Nature is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty and wish to submit your application in an alternative format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process, please get in touch either by phone on +44 (0)207 014 4020 or by email SpringerNatureUKCareers@springernature.com so we can make any necessary arrangements. At Springer Nature we value the diversity of our teams. We recognize the many benefits of a diverse workforce with equitable opportunities for everyone. We strive for an inclusive workplace that empowers all our colleagues to thrive. Our search for the best talent fully encompasses and embraces these values and principles. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. We are an ambitious and dynamic organisation, and home to some of the best-known names in research, educational and professional publishing. Working at the heart of a changing industry, we are always looking for great people who care about delivering quality to our customers and the communities we work alongside. In return, you will find that we open the doors to discovery for all our employees – offering opportunities to learn from some of the best in the business, with a culture that encourages curiosity and empowers people to find solutions and act on their instincts. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or are an experienced professional, we invite you to find out more about the roles we offer and explore our current vacancies. We are a global and progressive business, founded on a heritage of trusted and respected brands – including Springer, founded in 1842, Macmillan, founded in 1843 and Nature, first published in 1869. Nearly two centuries of progress and advancement in science and education have helped shape the business we are today. Research and learning continues to be the cornerstone of progress, and we will continue to open doors to discovery through trusted brands and innovative products and services. Springer Nature Group was created in May 2015 through the combination of Nature Publishing Group, Macmillan Education and Springer Science+Business Media.