Freelance Medical Writing as a Career Choice
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Brief Introduction
Use Your Scientific or Medical Background to Earn a High Income Working From HomeDescription
Hi there! If you are in a scientific or medical career and are experiencing burnout or just want to spend more time at home with your family, this course may be for you!
Medical writing is a career choice that few people have heard about, but for someone with a strong science background and writing ability, medical writing is a GREAT way to earn a substantial income working from the comfort of your own home.
In this course, I will introduce you to medical writing as a career choice. I'll discuss the following:
What medical writing is and what it is not
Types of clients you can expect
Genres of medical writing
The importance of a scientific background
The importance of writing ability
Necessary traits to succeed at freelance medical writing
The software and equipment you’ll need as well as how to promote yourself
How to transition from your day job and whether you should seek a staff job first or go straight into freelancing
The steps you need to take to get in to medical writing
What a day in the life of a medical writer is like
And last but not least, the type of income you can expect to earn
Requirements
- Requirements
- An advanced degree in a science (eg, MD or PhD), English fluency, and writing ability