Medical Writer (post level 10) (contract appointment: 1 year with the possibility of extension) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

•     Edit (language, technical and scientific content) manuscripts for publication according to the guidance provided by the instructions for authors of the selected journal(s).
•     Submit completed articles to a Department of Higher Education and Training subsidy-bearing journal.
•     Perform plagiarism/similarity checks on all articles submitted for publication.
•     Handle correspondence between corresponding authors, researchers, and journals.
•     Convert undergraduate, postgraduate and staff research reports/publishable manuscripts for publication.
•     Guide researchers in the selection of appropriate journals.
•     Support researchers in applying for page fees/article processing costs.
•     Track and record all publications in the School of Clinical Medicine.
•     Generate monthly reports on all publications worked on.
•     Provide training in Medical Writing.
•     Translate research-related documents to English and Sesotho

Inherent Job Requirements:

•    Honours degree /Postgraduate Diploma/Professional Bachelor's degree on NQF level 8 in the medical sciences field.
•     Proven scientific writing ability.
•     Fluent in English and Sesotho (read, write and speak)

Recommendations:

• ​​​​​​​    Background/research experience in health sciences will be a strong recommendation.
•     Experience in writing articles or protocols in health sciences, proofreading, editing.
•     Knowledge of data management, similarity/plagiarism and referencing software.
•     Publication history in health sciences.
•     A good academic record

Competencies
Key Competencies Required:

•     Results Orientated:
  •     The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
  •     The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
•     Strategic thinking
  •     The ability to focus on details, works towards perfection and approach work in a neat and organising manner. 
  •     The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
•     Business Acumen:
  •      Proficient in MS Office.
  •     Time management skills.
  •     Analytical skills.
  •     Logical organisation of thoughts and ideas.
  •     Ability to work independently, consistently, accurately and under pressure.
•     Leading:
  •     The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
•     Building coalitions:
  •     The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.