Associate Medical Writer

Omnicom Health; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health communications agency is looking for an Associate Medical Writer (AMW) to generate high-quality medical copy that aligns with client goals. The role requires a degree in a related field and involves close collaboration with the Scientific Services team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong writing skills, attention to detail, and professional communication. The position offers a competitive compensation package and extensive health plans, alongside development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) investment options

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Employee referral awards

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Training and mentoring opportunities

Retail and entertainment discounts

Qualifications

• Degree with a 2:1 or higher in a related subject is required.
• At least 1 year of medical communications experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate high-quality medical copy that meets client objectives.
• Work closely with the Scientific Services team and report to line manager.
• Participate in conference calls and develop relationships with clients.

Skills

Strong written and communication skills

Good research and comprehension skills

Good organisational skills

Effective team working

Good computer literacy in common applications

Aptitude and willingness to learn new skills

Professional appearance and demeanour

Education

Degree in a biological or medically related subject

Promotion from Scientific Associate role or relevant experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Associate Medical Writer (AMW)

An Associate Medical Writer (AMW) is a Scientific Services role requiring up to 1 year’s experience within a medical communications agency. AMWs work closely with members of the Scientific Services team and report to their assigned line manager (a Scientific Director [SD] or above). Working with their mentors, AMWs are responsible for generating high‑quality medical copy that meets the client’s communication objectives, is delivered on budget and on time, and contributes to the quality of the team’s scientific output.

Expectations

• Strategic input
  • Understands the purpose and role of communications in the wider therapy area and commercial landscape
  • Understands the strategic fit of their activities and projects into the overall business objectives
• Project delivery
  • Demonstrates strong basic scientific writing, editing and data comprehension skills
  • Shows a clear understanding of core scientific principles as they apply to medical communications projects
  • Undertakes content development, including appropriate formatting, referencing and annotation of deliverables
  • Complies with all project process steps and record‑keeping requirements
  • Works to quality, budget, time and accuracy standards
  • Applies learning from internal and external review feedback to subsequent projects
• Customer engagement
  • Demonstrates professional clarity in written, verbal and face‑to‑face interactions with clients and medical experts
  • Participates in conference calls and email correspondence with clients/medical experts and develops relationships through project delivery
  • Travels to and/or participates remotely in off‑site meetings
• Team engagement
  • Establishes and maintains good working relationships within and across departments
  • Shows capacity for time management and prioritisation while following process
  • Builds an understanding of the key roles and responsibilities within the team
  • Communicates proactively with team members
• Management and organisation
  • Develops content within budget specifications and sets goals to improve efficiency
  • Keeps the Account Manager/Account Director informed on project status and flags issues timely
  • Understands and uses company processes and SOPs
  • Keeps manager informed of available hours and minimises non‑billable time
• Business development
  • Shows general understanding of the Chameleon business development model
  • Participates in account planning sessions
  • Supports new business proposal development, as required
• Other responsibilities
  • Takes responsibility for their own Personal Development Plan (PDP)
  • Regularly seeks opportunities to learn and grow professionally by
  • Maximising exposure to new opportunities
  • Making the most of training opportunities with self‑directed learning and mentor‑led training
• Training and weekend work (as needed)
  • May be expected to work on weekends (e.g. attend scientific meetings, congresses) or undertake duties of junior staff as necessary, including those arising from sickness or holidays of other staff
  • Adheres to company best working practices
  • Complies with HCG’s standard policies and procedures, with failure to comply resulting in retraining, disciplinary action or possible dismissal
• Ethical & compliance practices
  • Client confidentiality agreements
  • Timesheet submission practices
  • Email, Internet and electronic information policy
  • Non‑competition and non‑solicitation policy

Qualifications

• Degree (2:1 or higher) in a biological or medically related subject; preference for higher degree for direct role entry
• Promotion from Scientific Associate role or equivalent medical communications agency experience (at least 1 year)

Skills

• Strong written and communication skills with proven attention to detail
• Good research and comprehension skills
• Good organisational skills
• Effective team working
• Good computer literacy in common applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Aptitude and willingness to learn new skills
• Professional appearance and demeanour

What We Offer

• A competitive compensation package
• Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
• Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
• Competitive 401(k) investment options
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee referral awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and mentoring opportunities through programs such as Omnicom University, led by international influencers and Harvard Business School professors
• Retail and entertainment discounts and benefits available
• A rewarding workplace and a fun team environment

Healthcare Consultancy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any category or class of person protected by law.