Medical Writer II

ICON; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare organization in Reading seeks a Medical Writer II to develop regulatory submissions and clinical trial documents. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of medical writing experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Strong communication and analytical skills are required. This role offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and various leave entitlements.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Range of health insurance options

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical writing within the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
• Proficiency in conveying complex information clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to prepare, write, and edit clinical documents.
• Conduct literature reviews to support scientific publications.
• Assist in the review and validation of clinical data.
• Participate in project meetings with stakeholders.
• Stay updated on trends in therapeutic areas.

Skills

Scientific and medical terminology

Written and verbal communication

Analytical and critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Medica Writer II

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Medical Writer II to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Medical Writer II at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in the development and preparation of clinical trial documents, regulatory submissions, and scientific publications, contributing to the advancement of inNvative treatments and therapies.

What you will be doing

• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to prepare, write, and edit clinical study reports (CSRs), clinical protocols, investigator brochures (IBs), patient narratives, and other regulatory documents in compliance with internal standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and interpretation of clinical trial results to support the development of scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations for publication in peer‑reviewed journals and scientific conferences.
• Assisting in the review and validation of clinical data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency with study protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory requirements.
• Participating in project meetings, teleconferences, and client interactions to discuss project objectives, timelines, and deliverables, while providing input and feedback on document content, format, and presentation.
• Keeping abreast of emerging trends, scientific developments, and regulatory updates in relevant therapeutic areas, and applying kNwledge of medical writing principles and best practices to support the successful execution of clinical research projects.

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in medical writing within the pharmaceutical, biotechNlogy, or contract research organization (CRO) industry.
• Proficiency in scientific and medical termiNlogy, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to review and interpret clinical data, identify key findings and trends, and communicate results effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, industry guidelines, and publication standards governing the preparation and submission of clinical trial documents and scientific manuscripts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with document management systems, reference management software, and statistical analysis tools preferred.

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What ICON can offer you

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work‑life balance opportunities for you and your family.

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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