Medical Writer

Costello Medical, Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,100 - 42,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary profit share bonuses

Hybrid working options

Generous holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Paid study leave

Life assurance

Job summary

A global medical communications company is looking for a Medical Writer in Edinburgh. You will analyze clinical trial data and create materials for diverse audiences while collaborating closely with clients. This full-time role offers a starting salary of £39,000 and includes benefits such as private medical insurance, flexible working options, and support for external training. The role is ideal for candidates with a STEM background, aiming to contribute to innovative medical communications projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical writing or communications is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across various disease areas.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze clinical trial data and create materials for various audiences.
• Work closely with clients, contributing in meetings.
• Support project management and client communication.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate with various teams to understand services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Client communication

Medical writing

Collaborative teamwork

Education

PhD in STEM or relevant field

Job description

Role Summary

• Responsibilities: You will work on medical communications projects that involve the detailed analysis and presentation of data from clinical trials, which are instrumental to the successful uptake of novel therapies.
• Salary: £39,000 per annum.
• Benefits: Discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year, hybrid and flexible working options, generous holiday allowance, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, income protection, and full funding for external training.
• Role Type: Full‑time, permanent.
• Start Date: We are recruiting for start dates throughout 2026; you will be asked to state your availability on your application form.
• Application Deadlines: No set deadlines; we recommend applying early. The role or particular start dates may close when suitable candidates are found.
• Location: Global Headquarters in Cambridge, London, Manchester, Bristol, and Edinburgh offices.

About the Role

Our Medical Writers work on a project‑by‑project basis, delivering medical communications materials that involve the detailed analysis and clear presentation of clinical trial data. These materials – posters, slide decks, and peer‑reviewed publications – are used directly by our clients to communicate with external stakeholders and play a key role in the successful uptake of novel therapies. Medical Writers typically work on several projects across different disease areas simultaneously.

In this role, you will work within project teams alongside experienced colleagues, who provide one‑to‑one training on the technical aspects of the role, including project management and client communication. Delivering project work requires close collaboration with clients, and following a successful induction period, you will increasingly contribute to teleconferences and face‑to‑face meetings with external stakeholders.

You will be allocated a “home” team based on your interests and skills, and work within either the Publications or Medical Affairs teams. In the Publications team you will develop abstracts, manuscripts, posters, and oral presentations for conferences, and may also contribute to regulatory documents and policy‑focused publications. In the Medical Affairs team you will support projects that act as a link between clinical development and commercial functions within pharmaceutical and medical device companies, communicating the scientific foundation behind products through medical education events, advisory boards and medical information resources.

Key responsibilities:

• Analysing clinical trial data and creating materials for a range of audiences and formats.
• Working closely with clients, including participating in teleconferences and face‑to‑face meetings.
• Supporting project management and client communication alongside experienced colleagues.
• Managing multiple projects across different disease areas simultaneously.
• Collaborating with teams across the company to develop a broad understanding of our service offerings and clients.

Benefits

• A starting salary of £39,000 per annum, plus discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank and public holidays, with a holiday buy‑and‑sell scheme.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home up to half of your working time after passing probation.
• Flexible benefits scheme offering cash payments, additional pension contributions and more.
• Private Medical Insurance with comprehensive cover on a “medical history disregard” basis.
• Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications.
• Critical illness cover, income protection, and life assurance.
• Paid and unpaid sabbaticals based on length of service.

Equally Opportunities Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Visa Sponsorship

Due to the Skilled Worker visa regulations, you will only be eligible for visa sponsorship if you meet at least one of the following criteria:

• You are a New Entrant: under the age of 26, currently studying in the UK, or a recent graduate in the UK.
• You have a PhD in a STEM subject.
• You have a PhD in a subject that is relevant to the Medical Writer role.
• You obtained your first Skilled Worker visa in the UK before 4 th April 2024 and have continuously held a Skilled Worker visa since then.

You will be asked to provide details of your right to work in the UK at the time of application.