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Job Description

We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Medical Affairs, Medical Safety & Writing, this role supports medical communications via advertising and promotion/educational content review to ensure collateral submitted for medical review has been appropriately substantiated and meets requirements. Role is 100% remote.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts initial assessment of materials in Veeva Vault from commercial and physician training teams, verifying that proper support documentation is included for medical reviewers to evaluate promotional, sales training, patient education, physician training, HEOR, and scientific exchange materials across multiple formats.

• Ensures proper categorization of materials (promotional, disease awareness, HEOR, or scientific exchange), verifies claim substantiation according to company guidelines, and confirms that reference links are clear with appropriate anchors to supporting documentation.

• Communicates effectively with material authors about necessary changes, reviews materials after medical review to ensure all comments are properly addressed, and completes the approval process with appropriate verdicts (approved with changes, approved, or not approved).

• Maintains quality control by checking for brand standards compliance, proper grammar and spelling, appropriate trademark usage, and ensuring citations are correct to avoid plagiarism while reviewing materials across various disease states including peripheral vascular disease, interventional oncology, and end-stage kidney disease.

• Collaborates with teams outside of Veeva Vault to streamline review processes, attends weekly and ad hoc MLR review meetings virtually, ensures timely document reviews according to project timelines, and maintains professional relationships with other BD associates while complying with all company policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or communication field required.

• Two years’ experience in health communications, specifically with writing and/or editing and medical terminology, required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships across matrix organizations and with alliance partners. Comfortable operating in diverse cultural environments with international experience and respected by professional peers in various business and social settings.

• In-depth knowledge of medical communications, claims management, regulatory requirements (FDA and international), and compliance with company policies regarding promotional and educational materials. Capable of understanding complex legal and technical standards while effectively communicating their intent.

• Strong background in clinical study design, technical writing, and critical literature appraisal. Proven ability to interpret sophisticated clinical information with knowledge of scientific publications and basic statistics. Experience with disease states including peripheral vascular disease, interventional oncology, and end-stage kidney disease is preferred.

• Skilled at prioritizing work in evolving environments, working independently with minimal guidance, and providing rapid turnaround to meet business objectives. Demonstrates thorough work with strong attention to detail and precision while serving as a resource for less experienced colleagues.

• Strong communication skills across verbal, presentation, and written formats. Experience with Veeva Vault and adherence to corporate style guidelines preferred, with AMA Manual of Style experience considered a plus.

Physical Demands: (if applicable)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit and to use sight, hearing, voice and hands to communicate virtually and use office equipment. The employee frequently is required to interact with other associates.

Work Environment: (if applicable)

Role is fully remote with headquarters in Tempe, AZ.

Candidate must be able to work virtually in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. BD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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