Medical Communications Executive

Magpie Concept LTD; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Magpie Concept LTD is seeking a Medical Communications Specialist in Bristol, Virginia. This role involves supporting the development of clear scientific communications while handling client relationships and managing project timelines. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Medicine or related fields and 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience. Strong experience in medical writing, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are essential, along with a willingness to travel for conferences and meetings.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of experience in medical communications, medical writing, or a related scientific field.
• Strong interest in scientific communication and medical education.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and summarise clinical and scientific data.

Responsibilities

• Developing scientific materials including slides and reports.
• Translating clinical data into clear communication outputs.
• Managing key client relationships and project communications.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and brand guidelines.

Skills

Scientific communication

Medical writing

Pharmaceutical marketing

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role Description

Supporting the development of clear, accurate, and impactful medical communications that translate complex scientific information into meaningful engagement for healthcare professionals.

In this role, I contribute to the delivery of high-quality, compliant scientific content and support a wide range of medical communication activities across therapeutic areas, working closely with clients and international experts.

Key responsibilities

• Developing scientific materials, including slides, reports, summaries, and digital content
• Translating clinical data into clear, structured, and engaging communication outputs
• Supporting congress materials, scientific meetings, and expert engagement initiatives
• Conducting literature searches and synthesising scientific evidence
• Communicating with international experts and healthcare professionals
• Managing key client relationships and day-to-day project communications
• Ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory and brand guidelines
• Coordinating timelines and deliverables to support efficient project execution
• Supporting on-site activities during scientific events and meetings

This role includes travel to international conferences and scientific meetings, supporting both preparation and on‑site execution.

Developing strong expertise in medical writing, scientific storytelling, and healthcare communications, while contributing to impactful engagement within the healthcare community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related field
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in medical communications, medical writing, pharmaceutical marketing, healthcare, or a related scientific/medical environment
• Strong interest in scientific communication and medical education
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to understand, interpret, and summarise clinical and scientific data
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with clients and healthcare professionals
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Willingness to travel for conferences and scientific meetings
• Familiarity with medical review processes or platforms such as Veeva PromoMats

Nice to have

• Previous internship or exposure to pharma, healthcare, or medical communications