Nicole Lim
Medical Writer

Nicole Lim

Specializes in science, medical, and healthcare content.
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About

Nicole Lim is a medical writer with over 10 years of experience in healthcare, medical education, and corporate communications, the last seven years spent specializing in research and medical education communications. She has a proven track record in copywriting and editing for a wide range of communication collaterals and channels, from branding to patient education and science writing. Nicole is also experienced in running events and managing strategic media and branding campaigns for large Singapore-based organizations and MNCs. Working for LKCMedicine at NTU, she manages social media which includes creating and customizing relevant content for Facebook and Twitter.

Employment

5 roles
Feb 2014 - Present 12 years 2 months
Senior Assistant Director, Communications & Outreach
Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine

The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, a partnership between Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Imperial College London (Imperial) is training doctors who put patients at the center of their exemplary care.

  • Led the school's research communication efforts, including writing and editing an annual publication.
  • Worked with a team of writers to develop science narratives for a wide range of audiences and customize content for social media.
  • Crafted speeches and memos for leadership.
  • Edited the school's newsletter.
  • Oversaw the conceptualization and execution of coffee table books documenting the school's history and key milestones, one of which (The Patient Comes First) was recognized with an APEX 2019 Award.
  • Scripted and edited a well-received video series showcasing individual scientists area of research.
Jan 2011 - Feb 2014 3 years 1 month
Manager
SingHealth
  • Edited Singapore Health, published by Singapore Press Holdings Custom Publishing for SingHealth and Singapore General Hospital.
  • Managed both the Group Communications research communications team as well as a wider integrated research communications team from the cluster of healthcare institutions.
  • Oversaw and developed communication strategies across internal and external channels to deliver effective and high impact campaigns for research achievements and events.
  • Configured new communication platforms to extend the reach of research-related news, including an e-bulletin which has attracted subscribers from across Singapore.


Nov 2007 - Jan 2009 1 year 2 months
Senior Account Executive
Edelman
  • Supervised and implemented corporate and healthcare focused PR campaigns for a variety of clients, including Roche Diagnostics, Advance Medical Optics, Bayer Healthcare and Reckitt Benckiser.
  • Developed and implemented a relationship building communications plan for a contact lens solution manufacturer to enhance its reputation.
  • Delivered strategic media opportunities in international media for a local sports marketing agency, including the Financial Times, Newsweek and BusinessWeek.
Apr 2005 - Jun 2007 2 years 2 months
PR Executive
Schering Health Care Ltd

Schering Health Care Ltd manufactured ethical pharmaceutical products in the UK and has since been acquired by Bayer Plc.

  • Contributed to and implemented consumer and healthcare professional PR strategies.
  • Developed internal communication channels, including the in house magazine and intranet.
  • Worked on an educational tool for healthcare professionals which was shortlisted for a ‘writing excellence’ award at the 2006 communiqué awards.
  • Created a suite of patient information collateral including a DVD, and print patient materials for MS therapy, which received a highly commended at the British Medical Association's patient information awards.
Aug 2003 - Apr 2005 1 year 8 months
Account Executive
The Communication Group plc

The Communication Group plc is an independent PR consultancy in the UK specialising in corporate and financial communication, consumer public relations and public affairs. 

  • Supported launch event and publicity for a research report into transport infrastructure.
  • Awarded as young achiever of the year, a highly commended company award.

Education

Jan 2018 - Present 8 years 3 months
Master's Degree, Science Writing
The Johns Hopkins University
Sep 1999 - May 2003 3 years 8 months
Bachelor of Arts, Chinese Language & Literature
University of Cambridge

Portfolio

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