Trainee Medical Writer

Trinity Life Sciences; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a motivated Trainee Medical Writer to join their Value Center of Excellence. The role includes receiving structured training to produce high-quality market access materials. Candidates should have a PhD in life sciences and strong communication skills to thrive in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Experience with PubMed/Medline and Google Scholar.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing manuscripts, abstracts, and posters.
• Conduct targeted literature searches and analyze publications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for value propositions.

Skills

Communication

Literature research

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in life science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Reference management software

Job description

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Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated, scientifically curious and detail-oriented Trainee Medical Writer to join our Value Center of Excellence. This role is ideal for individuals with a PhD in life sciences who are eager to develop expertise in medical writing. You will receive structured training and mentorship to support your growth in writing high-quality, evidence-based content. The focus will be on writing market access materials that support patient access to innovative health technologies.

Position Responsibilities

Under the guidance of an experienced medical writer, to assist in the development of a wide range of materials that support value demonstration and reimbursement strategies for pharmaceuticals, medical devices and potentially digital technologies:

• Manuscripts, abstracts and posters that communicate real-world evidence. This evidence may be clinical, health economic, statistical or derived from patient engagement studies
• Global or US-focused value dossiers (global value dossiers [GVDs] and Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy [AMCP] dossiers
• Value frameworks (value propositions or value briefs) including a hierarchy of messaging and visualization of data
• Objection handlers
• Early scientific advice briefing books, and (potentially) health technology assessment (HTA) submissions
  
  

The role will involve the following tasks:

• Conducting targeted literature searches using multiple databases, including PubMed and EMBASE
• Conducting general desk research including review of clinical guidelines, epidemiology sources, treatment algorithms, health technology assessment reports
• Analyzing, interpreting and synthesizing scientific, medical, health economic and statistical publications and reports. These will include economic model reports and statistical analysis plans
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including consultants, health economists, and senior writers.
• Writing scientifically accurate, clear and publication-grade content that is aligned with company and client expectations and with external templates including those of health technology assessment (HTA) agencies
• Supporting execution of primary research programs (e.g., focus groups, interviews) by preparing discussion guides to pressure test and inform value story development
• Using appropriate and evolving AI methods, eagerly, but with appropriate caution
  
  

Qualifications

• PhD in a life science subject
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English language
• Hunger to pioneer use of appropriate AI technologies and methods
• Ability and knowledge in use of PubMed/ Medline, Google Scholar and other literature research platforms
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, PPT, and Outlook) and reference management software (e.g., EndNote)
• General understanding of clinical research design, and applicable standards and regulations for clinical trials is welcome
• High attention to detail with superior organizational and time management skills
• Strong team player, ability to work with cross-functional staff
• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and manage multiple priorities
  
  

About Us

Trinity Life Sciences is a trusted strategic commercialization partner, providing evidence-based solutions for the life sciences. With 25 years of experience, Trinity is committed to revolutionizing the commercial model by providing exceptional levels of service, powerful tools, and data-driven insights. Trinity’s range of products and solutions includes industry-leading benchmarking solutions, powered by TGaS Advisors. To learn more about how Trinity is elevating life sciences and driving evidence to action, visit trinitylifesciences.com.

Trinity’s salary bands account for a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets and market demand for skills; level of experience and training; specific qualifications, performance, time in role/company, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.

Trinity’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Trinity Life Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Trinity is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and to providing employees with a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Trinity are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, family, parental, or veteran status, and/or any other status based on identity or that is protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Trinity will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment and encourages applicants of all ages and identities.

For more information about Trinity’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, you can visit our website.