Medical Writer - Publications

pobl.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented medical writer to join their innovative team in the North West. This exciting role involves developing impactful scientific content that supports advancements in cancer research. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals to ensure accuracy and adherence to editorial standards while managing multiple projects. With a focus on oncology publications, you'll have the chance to contribute to significant publications in the medical field. This hybrid position offers flexibility and the opportunity to grow your career within a renowned agency known for its quality work and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus UK holidays

Access to private medical services

Profit-related bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-1.5 years of medical writing experience in a MedComms agency.
• Strong understanding of publication guidelines and editorial standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality scientific content focused on oncology publications.
• Conduct thorough research and perform quality control checks.

Skills

Medical Writing

Attention to Detail

Editorial Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Life Sciences Degree

MSc/PhD in Biomedical Science

Job description

pobl. is an independent talent consultancy that specialises in careers in medical communications. We're seeking a medical writer with publications experience to join a highly-regarded #MedComms agency, onsite/hybrid in the North West, Manchester, or Oxford.

You'll play an important role in developing impactful scientific content across various formats, directly supporting advancements in cancer research and the success of an important publications account.

About the Role

You'll develop high-quality scientific content across various formats, with a particular focus on oncology publications. Working alongside experienced scientific leads, you'll help shape how cutting-edge research reaches the medical community.

This is a hybrid role, blending remote work with the option to work from offices in Macclesfield, central Manchester, or Oxfordshire.

Day-to-day you'll be...

• Developing scientific content for various materials, ensuring accuracy and adherence to editorial standards
• Conducting thorough research using key scientific databases and sources
• Performing quality control checks on data and references, maintaining rigorous attention to detail
• Collaborating with internal teams and external experts to deliver exceptional project work
• Managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines and budget requirements

What we're looking for...

• Life sciences degree, MSc/PhD preferred (e.g., biomedical science, pharmacology, medicine, or related topics)
• Medical writing experience, particularly publications, in a MedComms agency (minimum ~1-1.5 years)
• Great editorial skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Understanding of publication guidelines (GPP, ICMJE, ABPI)
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities

In return...

• You'll have the opportunity to develop your career at an agency renowned for the quality of their work
• A great salary for a developing medical writer, in the region of £32-42k, dependent on experience, with profit-related bonuses
• A comprehensive benefits package, including a starting holiday entitlement of 27 days plus UK holidays, and access to private medical services

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, register your interest via our careers site or contact Tom Davies directly.

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