Senior Medical Writer

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical communications seeks a Senior Medical Writer to develop high-quality, scientifically accurate content across various formats. The ideal candidate will have a Life Science Degree and 2–3 years of relevant experience, demonstrating excellent writing and communication skills. This role involves client interactions, project support, and engaging in scientific research, making it ideal for proactive professionals eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of medical writing experience in a medical communications setting.
• Familiarity with regulatory codes (e.g., ABPI) preferred.
• Comfortable interacting with clients and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear, scientifically accurate content for various formats.
• Ensure client objectives are met and materials are appropriately referenced.
• Attend onsite meetings and contribute to deliverables such as advisory boards.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Life Science Degree

Tools

Veeva

DataVision

Job description

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As a Senior Medical Writer, you’ll contribute to a variety of projects across therapy areas, translating complex science into clear, engaging content. With a solid scientific foundation and strong writing skills, you’ll produce client-ready materials, support scientific communications, and begin to take ownership of client interactions.

You’re proactive, organized, and eager to grow—comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with internal teams and clients. You enjoy diving into new therapeutic areas and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Medical Writing

• Develop clear, scientifically accurate content across formats—slide decks, video scripts, web copy, publications, summaries, and more. Pure mixture between pubs and med affairs.
• Ensure materials meet client objectives, are appropriately referenced, and align with target audiences
• Present content updates to clients and liaise with subject matter experts to gain approvals
• Confidently attend onsite meetings and contribute to deliverables such as advisory boards
• Participate in internal data checking and provide basic content reviews for peers

Scientific Engagement

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant therapy areas and products
• Conduct thorough literature research and integrate findings into deliverables
• Share key scientific developments with teams and clients

Project Support

• Join client meetings, contribute to project planning, and communicate updates clearly
• Help identify potential issues and escalate concerns when needed
• Follow SOPs, manage time effectively, and prioritize across accounts
• Work within allocated hours and ensure accurate, timely time tracking

Qualifications

• Life Science Degree
• 2–3 years of medical writing experience in a medical communications setting
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
• Comfortable interacting with clients and healthcare professionals
• Familiarity with industry platforms (e.g., Veeva, DataVision) and regulatory codes (e.g., ABPI)

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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom