Principal Medical Writer

Medical Talent

London

Hybrid

GBP 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

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Job summary

A leading healthcare communications firm is seeking a Principal Medical Writer to join their team in central London. In this role, you will provide scientific leadership and expert counsel while contributing to strategic discussions across various medical affairs. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in a healthcare agency setting and a strong scientific background. This position offers a competitive salary of £65k-£75k along with excellent benefits and the opportunity for career development.

Qualifications

At least 5 years' experience in a healthcare agency setting.
Based in the UK with no visa requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide scientific leadership and expert counsel to clients.
Contribute to strategic discussions across medical affairs.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Expert counsel

Strong scientific background

Education

Life sciences degree

MSc/PhD

Job description

Overview

Are you a seasoned medical writer ready to lead with scientific excellence and strategic insight? We’re seeking a Principal Medical Writer to join a dynamic healthcare communications team working across medical affairs and publications accounts. This is your chance to make an impact by:

Scientific leadership and expert counsel to clients and colleagues
Salary £65k-£75k, plus excellent benefits & career development
Location 3 days in a vibrant central London office, 2 days remote

Responsibilities

Provide scientific leadership and expert counsel to clients and colleagues, contributing to strategic discussions across medical affairs and publications accounts.

Qualifications