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Mudskipper Inc. is looking for an individual with excellent account direction skills and experience to join our Chicago-based team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear understanding of the theory and practice of strategic communications (including technical medical publications), a strong client service orientation and experience working with US and global pharmaceutical marketing and medical teams. Ideal candidates will also have experience in the development and delivery of technology-based communications (web, apps, databases, etc). Business development experience is a plus.

Ideally, candidates should hold a degree in a biomedical science and have at least 5 years' client service experience gained in a medical communications agency.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on US-based business but will also collaborate with colleagues in the UK and East Asia in the development and delivery of global communications programs.

To discuss this position please contact: linda.toscano@mudskipper.biz

Due to the organic growth of one of our exciting accounts, Mudskipper is looking for an experienced account manager or senior account manager to join our team. We are seeking an enthusiastic medical communications professional with previous agency experience to have a hands on role on this diverse global account comprising publications, meetings and medical education.

Ideally, you will be educated to degree level in a science related subject with a professional approach to business. Previous experience in the endocrinology area would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will have a strong client service orientation and excellent communication skills. The role will include: advising on publication planning, developing publication strategy, coordinating and implementing educational tactics, communications activities and maintaining budgetary control. You will also be expected to contribute to all aspects of the account from strategic thinking to creative development and have the ability to contribute to the scientific and medical aspects of the account.

In return, we are able to offer a great working environment and a competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications. Our benefits are excellent and include a performance related bonus, our profit share scheme, pension scheme, life and long-term disability insurances and 25 days’ annual leave plus public holidays.

To discuss this position please contact: kirsty.okyne@mudskipper.biz

Further growth of our international medical communications business has created an opportunity for a trainee account handler to join our industry-leading team.

The successful candidate will have a good first degree (biomedical PhD an advantage) and a strong ambition to pursue a career that encompasses the scientific and business elements of the healthcare industry.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, talented individual with excellent written and oral communication skills. The candidate will also be highly organized, have exceptional attention to detail and be willing to provide creative input on new projects. For this role, we are particularly interested in candidates with advanced PowerPoint® skills. No prior agency experience is required as training within a highly skilled and supportive team will be provided.

As a key member of the commercial team, core activities will include:

• Working closely with the writers and editorial team to ensure forward planning and tracking of publications  
• Creative concept/ideas and content development of medical education materials  
• Monitoring market intelligence and publications to raise awareness (internally and externally) of messages/communications that may affect strategy  
• Responding quickly and efficiently to client enquiries  
• Support in preparing proposals

We are able to offer a great working environment and a competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications. Our benefits are excellent and include a performance related bonus, our profit share scheme, pension scheme, life and long-term disability insurances and 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays.

To discuss this position please contact: kirsty.okyne@mudskipper.biz

Mudskipper (Shanghai) delivers professional medical communications support to our clients in China and other markets in East Asia including Japan, South Korea and Singapore.

As we continue to build our team, we are accepting speculative applications from individuals who have significant expertise in the provision of medical communications services.  Applicants should be fluent in English and at least one East Asian language.  We are currently particularly interested in receiving applications from Mandarin-speakers who have direct experience gained working in the pharmaceutical industry in China.

To discuss this position please contact: richard.allcorn@amiculum.biz