Principal Medical Writer - Remote or Hybrid - Med Ed

ZipRecruiter; Ashton-under-Lyne; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier medical communications agency is seeking a Principal Medical Writer to deliver high-quality scientific content. Candidates should have over 4 years of medical writing experience in a UK-based agency, particularly in Oncology. This role offers flexible working options, a competitive salary, and opportunities for career progression in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of medical writing experience within a UK-based Medical Communications agency.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality content across various formats.
• Desire to expand knowledge in therapeutic areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of clear and engaging scientific content.
• Act as a subject matter expert for scientific deliverables.
• Mentor and support junior writers.

Skills

Medical writing experience

Oncology expertise

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Principal Medical Writer – Leading MedComms Agency

Fully Remote (UK) or Hybrid | Competitive Salary & Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Medical Writer to join a highly respected, forward-thinking Medical Communications agency with offices near London. This agency is renowned for valuing scientific expertise, believing that great science is the foundation of great communication. They take pride in fostering a collaborative, stimulating, and supportive working environment where people genuinely enjoy what they do.

The Role

As a Principal Medical Writer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality scientific content across a range of projects. You’ll develop expertise in key therapeutic areas – including Oncology – while collaborating closely with a versatile team spanning medical education, digital, creative, analytics, client services, and publications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of clear, engaging, and scientifically accurate content across diverse projects.
• Act as a subject matter expert, ensuring scientific excellence in all deliverables.
• Mentor and support junior writers, helping them grow and thrive.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with colleagues across medical, creative, digital, and client service teams.

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

• 4+ years of medical writing experience within a UK-based Medical Communications agency.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality content across a variety of formats and therapy areas.
• Strong expertise in Oncology (or the desire to expand your knowledge).
• A collaborative mindset, with confidence in leading projects and contributing strategically.

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working – fully remote (UK-based) or hybrid options.
• A highly competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.
• Clear scope for career progression and professional development.
• The chance to work in a dynamic, fun, and supportive team culture.

If you’re looking to take the next step in your career with an agency that truly values scientific excellence and its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for full details – interviews are happening ASAP.

Please note: To be considered, you must have at least 4 years’ medical writing experience within a UK-based MedComms agency and full rights to work in the UK.