Senior Medical Writer

Albion Rye Associates; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical communications agency in the UK is looking for a Senior Medical Writer to develop high-quality scientific content. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in MedComms, be skilled in using AI tools, and possess strong communication skills. This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, a performance bonus, generous leave, and various benefits, including private medical insurance and training support.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus

25–30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Home office setup support

Annual training and development allowance

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical communications agency.
• Strong MedComms writing experience across various deliverables.
• Excellent understanding of industry guidelines.
• Ability to simplify complex scientific information.
• Comfortable using AI and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead content creation and refinement for diverse audiences.
• Provide scientific insight in client discussions and workshops.
• Use AI tools to enhance content development.
• Mentor junior writers and support project management.

Skills

Medical Communications

Scientific Writing

AI Tools

Client Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences

PhD

Tools

Digital Learning Platforms

Job description

Senior Medical Writer (UK – Remote)

Department: Medical Affairs / Commercial / Medical Education

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Medical Writer to join our UK-based medical communications team. This role spans Medical Affairs, commercial, and medical education workstreams, delivering scientifically robust content across a wide range of formats and therapeutic areas. The ideal candidate brings strong MedComms experience, exceptional scientific communication skills, and the ability to work creatively and efficiently using AI and digital tools.

You will serve as a scientific lead across assigned accounts, collaborating closely with internal teams, clients, and external experts to deliver high-impact content and strategic support.

Key Responsibilities

Content Development

• Lead the creation and refinement of scientifically accurate, engaging, and compliant materials for diverse audiences.
• Develop high-quality deliverables including:
• Scientific and promotional slide decks
• Advisory board and steering committee materials
• Medical education and eLearning modules
• Manuscripts, abstracts, and posters
• MSL and field training content
• Scientific lexicons, platforms, and narrative frameworks
• Digital content (webpages, emails, infographics, animations, social media assets)
• Ensure content aligns with ABPI/EFPIA standards, client expectations, and internal quality frameworks.

Scientific Strategy & Collaboration

• Provide scientific insight and direction in client discussions, team meetings, workshops, and advisory boards.
• Support the development of scientific communication plans and strategic content roadmaps.
• Conduct expert interviews, literature reviews, and data interpretation to guide content and messaging.

AI & Digital Integration

• Actively use AI-powered tools to enhance content development, ideation, research, and workflow efficiency.
• Support the integration of digital-first approaches into content (interactive learning, modular content, omnichannel-friendly assets).
• Share best practices with the team, helping establish responsible and compliant AI use within the agency.

Project & Team Support

• Review and mentor junior writers, providing structured feedback and guidance.
• Manage multiple ongoing projects, ensuring work is delivered on schedule and to a high standard.
• Support pitch development, proposals, and new-business activities when required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical communications agency (Medical Affairs or commercial).
• Strong, demonstrable MedComms writing experience across a variety of deliverables.
• Excellent understanding of industry guidelines (ABPI, EFPIA, GPP).
• Ability to translate complex scientific information into clear, accurate, and engaging content.
• Comfort using AI and digital tools as part of the writing and content development process.
• Strong client communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Education

• Master’s degree preferred (e.g., MSc, MRes, MPH, MPharm).
• PhD preferred but not essential.
• Life sciences or related discipline required.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Enthusiasm for AI and digital-first content approaches.
• Strong critical thinking and literature-analysis capabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment.
• Excellent time management and project organisation.
• Experience with digital learning platforms, interactive content, or omnichannel communications is a plus.

Common Benefits

• Fully remote working within the UK.
• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus.
• 25–30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension contribution.
• Private medical insurance.
• Home office setup support.
• Annual training and development allowance.
• Flexible working hours and wellbeing support.

If you think this could be the right role for you, please apply with your CV today.