Graduate Medical Writer

Synaptiq Health Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical communications agency seeks science graduates for the Graduate Medical Writer role. This position involves producing high-quality healthcare communication materials and participating in a tailored induction program. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong writing skills and attention to detail while working collaboratively on various projects.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Six weeks paid sabbatical after five years

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme with up to 7% matching contributions

Support and well-being services

Qualifications

• Educated to MSc or PhD level in life sciences or related fields.
• Strong writing skills to produce accurate and creative content.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging and accurate copy for healthcare communications projects.
• Conduct background research in key therapy areas and proofread documents.
• Attend client meetings to capture key action points.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Creative Thinking

Scientific Communication

Writing Skills

Education

MSc or PhD in Life Sciences

Job description

We are a global medical communications agency blending deep scientific expertise with creative brilliance to inspire change. Behaviour change starts with inspiration. By infusing vibrant creativity into our work, we produce engaging medical communications that have the power to captivate and spark action.

Our absolute commitment to scientific precision across diverse therapy areas, including the complex fields of rare disease, oncology and advanced therapies, ensures we can make change a reality. For over 10 years, our team of exceptional PhD and advanced degree medical writers, strategists and world-class creatives have generated award-winning innovation across medical affairs and commercial disciplines.

We are driven by a desire to create inspiring work that changes lives for the better, always guided by our core values: INTEGRITY, IMAGINATION, AGILITY, COLLABORATION, and EMPOWERMENT, which underpin who we are and foster a positive team culture.

Part of Synaptiq Health, our network includes market access & HEOR consultancy, Initiate, and healthcare PR specialist Beyond PR.

ROLE

We are looking for science graduates to become our next Graduate Medical Writers. You'll be placed on a tailored graduate induction programme, training you on all aspects of Medical Communications. The programme will focus on understanding departmental functions and introducing you to your new role as a Graduate Medical Writer. You can expect to produce high-quality healthcare communication materials for life sciences and healthcare organizations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop engaging and accurate copy for healthcare communications projects, including scientific, brand, and patient communications.
• Work across various media such as digital applications, web-based projects, print materials, internal communications, storyboards, slide decks, and meeting materials.
• Conduct background research in key therapy areas and proofread draft and final documents.
• Attend client meetings and teleconferences to capture key action points for document development or amendments.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Educated to MSc or PhD level in life sciences or related fields.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative thinking with the ability to contribute to realistic scientific communication concepts aligning with client objectives.
• Ability to understand, research, and communicate scientific information effectively.
• Strong writing skills to produce accurate and creative content in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, and clients.

OUR REWARDS

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, 3 days off for Christmas, and a Birthday Day off.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policies.
• Six weeks paid sabbatical after five years of service.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Pension scheme with up to 7% matching contributions.
• Support and well-being services.

We look forward to hearing from you!