Scientific Writer

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceuticals seeks a Scientific Writer for a 6-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension. You will develop high-quality medical communication materials and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific accuracy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in medical writing and a relevant scientific background, with opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Impactful projects on patient care

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline required.
• Preferred qualifications include MSc, PhD, PharmD, or MD.
• 5+ years of experience in medical writing or communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop original scientific content for various medical communication deliverables.
• Research and write publications such as manuscripts and presentations.
• Mentor junior writers and support publication strategy development.

Skills

Academic writing

Research

Collaboration

Scientific communication

Proofreading

Medical writing

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

MSc, PhD, PharmD, or MD (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Reference management software

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Job Type: 6 months contract, strong likelihood of extension

Job Purpose

Join us as a Scientific Writer and play a key role in delivering high-quality medical communications across various formats. You will be responsible for developing scientific content including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide sets, symposia materials, publication plans, and internal educational resources—supporting cross-functional medical and clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original scientific content across a range of medical communication deliverables, ensuring scientific rigor, accuracy, and alignment with client objectives.
• Research and write content for publications (e.g., primary/secondary manuscripts, review articles, abstracts, posters), and scientific presentations.
• Create comprehensive materials for advisory boards, satellite symposia, and internal/external meetings.
• Translate complex scientific concepts into clear, concise, and audience-appropriate messaging.
• Ensure content adheres to internal quality standards, GPP3 guidelines, and publication best practices.
• Conduct quality control, proofread documents, and manage references using appropriate citation tools.
• Actively participate in publication planning and strategy development.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, authors, and clients through regular communications and feedback sessions.
• Mentor junior writers and contribute to knowledge sharing across teams.
• Support team operations, project tracking, compliance, and documentation requirements.
• Travel may be required based on project needs.

Key Performance Indicators

• High-quality, scientifically accurate deliverables delivered on time.
• Effective collaboration and communication within cross-functional teams.
• Proactive problem-solving and adaptability to evolving project scopes.
• Adherence to ethical publication standards and internal compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline.
• Preferred: MSc, PhD, PharmD, or MD.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in medical writing or medical communications.
• Proven track record of high-impact scientific publications and communication materials.
• Strong understanding of publication planning and industry best practices (GPP3, ICMJE).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and reference management software.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with a world-leading pharmaceutical company.
• Collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.
• Projects that make a real-world impact on patient care and scientific advancement.
• Career growth and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Apply today to join a global leader in transforming medicine and improving lives through science-driven communications.