Experienced medical writer – medical affairs

AMICULUM is seeking an accomplished professional to join our team, supporting a medical affairs client in a dynamic role that demands strategic thinking, creativity and strong communication skills. This is an exceptional opportunity to collaborate on and shape impactful projects in the field of rare diseases.

The role

Our core expertise is in developing accurate and engaging scientific content and delivering that through a variety of communication channels for maximum reach and impact. Our team has garnered an excellent reputation with our global clients for the quality of work that we deliver.

As a result of exciting account growth, we have a new vacancy for an experienced medical writer to join our UK/Ireland-based team. This represents a unique opportunity for an individual with a passion for either medical affairs or rare-disease-related healthcare communications.

The role can be based from any of our UK offices, with home-working flexibility.

Key responsibilities

• Delivery of high-quality content on a medical affairs workstream within a highly significant rare diseases account for AMICULUM
• With the support of the editorial lead, providing clients with a high level of scientific and strategic expertise on medical communications projects, including advisory boards and other events, slide sets, congress booth materials and digital resources
• Review of content developed by other team members to ensure alignment with strategy, a cohesive narrative and scientific accuracy
• Establishing and building positive long-term relationships with client teams and medical experts
• Building collaborative partnerships across internal teams

What you’ll need

• Previous experience in medical writing within a healthcare communications agency
• A strong academic background in the life sciences
• Experience supporting medical affairs clients
• Engaging and confident verbal communication with strategic thinking ability
• Creative storytelling skills and the ability to present data in innovative ways
• An ability to be calm under pressure, with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Why AMICULUM?

We’re proud to be a flexible and inclusive employer that provides a supportive working environment. We value creativity and encourage colleagues to offer ideas that further the success of our business.

In return, we offer:

• Remote and hybrid working options as standard
• Continual learning and professional development opportunities
• Two annual bonus schemes
• 25 days’ annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Generous pension scheme and private health insurance
• Life and income protection insurance

What’s next?

To apply for this role, you must be based in the UK or Ireland and have the right to work in one of those locations.

We ask that all applicants supply a CV and covering letter in support of their application, detailing their experience and interest in working at AMICULUM.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment and selection process to accommodate all applicants. If you require any adjustments or have specific needs, please contact Becka or Steven from our Careers team, who will be more than happy to help.

AMICULUM is an independent agency that delivers communications and consultancy services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology and health technology companies around the world. For more information about the AMICULUM story, please visit our website or contact a member of our Careers team.

Job code: CPT304