Medical writer - medical affairs

Are you an experienced medical writer looking to make an impact in the fast-evolving world of medical affairs? We’re seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented medical writer to join our team, working on a high-profile rare disease account. If you have previous experience delivering creative content within a healthcare communications agency and have a passion for medical affairs, this could be the opportunity you’re looking for.

The role

This role is part of a key medical affairs account that focuses on a rare metabolic disease. You will have the opportunity to work across a variety of medical communications projects, from developing high-quality educational materials to delivering enhanced event content and digital assets. This role offers a unique combination of scientific depth and creative challenge, ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful contribution to the field of healthcare communications. 

Key responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality scientific content on a fast-paced and growing global medical affairs account
• Alongside senior writers and the editorial lead, providing clients with a high level of scientific and strategic expertise on medical communications projects, including slide sets, infographics, training materials, advisory boards, digital resources and congress activities and materials, among others
• Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of client products and strategy, as well as the wider therapy area
• Establishing and building positive long-term relationships with client teams and medical experts
• Building collaborative partnerships across internal teams

What you’ll need

• Previous medical writing experience within a healthcare communications agency, preferably with a focus on medical affairs
• A strong academic background in a life sciences subject
• Excellent storytelling and creative thinking ability, with the drive to explore new ways of communicating data and scientific concepts
• Comfortable receiving feedback from colleagues as part of the content generation process
• Strategically minded, with a desire to contribute to discussions with clients and offer fresh approaches (with support of the team)
• Strong editorial skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Calm under pressure, have excellent organizational and time management skills, and be able to prioritize tasks and work to deadlines without compromising on quality

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 across the world. For more information about the AMICULUM story, please visit our website or contact a member of our careers team.

Job code: CPT202