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Role Summary

• Responsibilities: You will work on projects that involve the detailed analysis and presentation of data from clinical trials, which are instrumental to the successful uptake of novel therapies.
• Salary: £39,000 per annum (please note that we have established salary bands that are determined by your level of educational attainment to ensure a fair and consistent approach for all applicants, eliminating the need for individual negotiations).
• Benefits: Discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year, hybrid and flexible working options, generous holiday allowance, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, income protection, full funding for external training and more.
• Role Type: Full-time, permanent.
• Start Date: We are currently recruiting for start dates from July 2025 onwards, and you will be asked to state your availability on your application form.
• Application Deadlines: Whilst there are no set application deadlines, we strongly recommend applying as early as possible. The role, or particular start dates, may close when suitable candidates are found.
• Location: This role is available in our Global Headquarters in Cambridge, as well as our London, Manchester and Bristol offices.

About the Role

Analysts and Medical Writers work on projects involving the detailed analysis of data from clinical trials and the assimilation and creative presentation of this analysis in different formats. These deliverables include posters, slide sets, value dossiers, reports and peer-reviewed publications, and they are used directly by our clients in communication with a range of external stakeholders, making them instrumental to the successful uptake of novel therapies. The work is structured on a project-by-project basis and you will usually be working on several projects in different disease areas at any one time.

You will work in project teams alongside experienced colleagues, who provide one-to-one training in the technical aspects of the role, including project management and effective client communication. Delivering project work requires close collaboration with clients, and following a successful induction period you will increasingly participate in teleconferences and face-to-face meetings with external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting detailed analysis of clinical trial data and creating materials for different audiences in various formats.
• Close collaboration with clients, including participating in teleconferences and face-to-face meetings with external stakeholders.
• Supporting project management and client communication, alongside experienced colleagues.
• Working on several projects in different disease areas at any one time.
• Engaging with different teams within the company to develop a broad understanding of service offerings and clients.

Requirements

About You

Essential requirements for the role are:

• An undergraduate degree level qualification in a scientific discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent). Postgraduate qualifications (minimum 2.1 or equivalent) would be an advantage, but they are not a requirement for the role. We welcome applications from candidates with a diverse range of specialisms, including but not limited to biology, chemistry, pharmacy and medicine.
• An aptitude for, and experience of, planning and writing scientific documents, which could include lab reports, dissertations, poster or oral presentations, articles for websites or student magazines, peer-reviewed scientific publications, book chapters, grant applications, and regulatory documents.
• A self-motivated and enthusiastic approach, with a genuine interest in healthcare and an eagerness to learn and develop your skills.
• An exceptional level of attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage your time to work across multiple projects at the same time and prioritise tasks appropriately to maximise productivity.
• Exceptional written English, which you will use in including client work, email communication and internal messaging.
• Effective verbal communication skills, which you will use when working with colleagues and clients.
• The ability to tailor your communication style to a variety of audiences, including healthcare professionals, patient groups, suppliers, clients, non-scientific colleagues and governmental bodies.
• A proactive mindset, including the ability to recognise challenges and suggest solutions with limited guidance.
• A collaborative approach to working, where you share knowledge with others in your team to promote the attainment of a common objective, and work together to overcome obstacles to success.
• The self-awareness to reflect on your own work and performance, alongside a willingness to take ownership of your work and the development of your career.
• A willingness to get involved with, and contribute to, your wider team.
• Embodying Costello Medical's values, which includes being committed to delivering quality work, championing innovation in healthcare, acting with integrity and supporting your colleagues as they would support you.
• Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.