Principal Medical Writer, Medical Communications:

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Medical Writer to join their medical communications team in Manchester. This role involves developing high-quality scientific materials across various therapy areas, including Haematology and Oncology. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Medical Communications, solid knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, and a passion for mentoring junior writers. With flexible working options, including hybrid and remote work, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful medical communications while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Medical Communications agencies.
• Solid knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, especially medical affairs.

Responsibilities

• Develop content across multiple workstreams, including publications-focused accounts.
• Mentor and review the work of medical writers for quality and accuracy.

Skills

Medical Writing

Mentoring

Pharmaceutical Knowledge

Scientific Communication

Job description

Principal Medical Writer, Medical Communications, Manchester

Client: Carrot Recruitment

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e25cc4ce75de

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role

The Principal Medical Writer will join the medical communications team to:

• Develop content across multiple workstreams, including a publications-focused account
• Work in therapy areas such as Haematology, Rare Diseases, Immunology, and Oncology
• Mentor, coach, and review the work of medical writers to ensure accuracy and quality
• Produce clear and creative scientific materials
• Work in the Cheshire office twice a week if hybrid working is preferred, or fully remotely

You

Ideal candidates will be Senior or Principal Medical Writers with extensive experience in Medical Communications agencies, possessing:

• Solid knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, especially medical affairs
• Experience mentoring and reviewing junior colleagues' work for quality and integrity
• A focus on delivering high-quality scientific materials