Principal Medical Writer - Remote or Hybrid - Med Ed

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Medical Communications agency in the UK is seeking a Principal Medical Writer to create high-quality scientific content. This role offers flexible remote or hybrid working options and opportunities for career progression. Candidates should have over four years' medical writing experience and a strong interest in Oncology. The agency fosters a supportive team environment, valuing collaboration and scientific excellence.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

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 and therapy areas.
• Strong expertise in Oncology (or desire to expand knowledge).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of clear, engaging, and scientifically accurate content.
• Act as a subject matter expert to ensure scientific excellence.
• Mentor junior writers to help them grow and thrive.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Medical writing experience

Expertise in Oncology

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Job Description

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.