Scientific Writer

EA First; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern life sciences company is seeking a talented Scientific Writer to join their marketing team in Cambridge. This hybrid role involves developing high-quality scientific content including application notes, white papers, and technical articles. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Life Sciences and experience in scientific writing, with a focus on communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences. Excellent benefits and a supportive work-life balance are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension

Private Healthcare

Cashback for Dental and Optical care

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences or a related field required.
• Proven scientific writing experience in life sciences, biotech or pharmaceutical sector.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support high-quality scientific content such as application notes and white papers.
• Create compelling marketing copy for diverse platforms.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy.

Skills

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to simplify complex topics

Familiarity with SEO

Familiarity with AEO principles

Knowledge of life sciences

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or a related field

Job description

Do you have a degree in Life Sciences (or a related field) with proven experience in scientific writing, ideally within life science, biotech or pharmaceutical sectors?

We're pleased to be partnering with this modern life sciences company on their search for a talented Scientific Writer to join their marketing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about communicating the latest scientific technical advancements and is skilled at translating complex scientific concepts into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.

In this varied role, you'll be developing and supporting the development of high-quality scientific content such as:

• Application Notes showcasing experimental workflows and data
• White Papers on regulatory trends and ethical shifts in drug development
• Blog Posts on drug development challenges
• Technical Editorial Articles for industry press to increase visibility
• Case Studies highlighting customer success stories
• Infographics making complex concepts easy to understand
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to compile an initial briefing document and again before publishing to ensure accuracy and credibility
• Create compelling marketing copy for email campaigns, social media posts, and website landing pages to promote created content
• Support improvements to brand guidelines, voice and lexicon to better align company communication.

We're looking for someone with a degree in Life Sciences (or a related field), who has proven scientific writing experience from the life science, biotech or pharmaceutical sector.

You’ll have the ability to simplify complex topics for both technical and non-technical audiences, have strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Familiarity with SEO and AEO principles, AI and marketing would be a plus!

Location

Cambridge (Hybrid)

Hours

Monday‑Friday - Full time (flexible working hours to support work‑life balance)

Salary

Excellent salary on offer

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays, Pension, Private Healthcare, Cashback for Dental and Optical care, Life Assurance, Income Protection and an Employee Assistance Programme.

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.