Medical Writer

Applied Intuition Inc.; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical communications agency is seeking a Medical Writer to develop high-quality medical communications materials aligned with client and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong scientific writing skills and a degree in a relevant field. This full-time role supports flexible working arrangements and offers a competitive compensation package, contributing to meaningful healthcare outcomes.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive compensation package including pension and private healthcare

Opportunities for learning and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience as a Medical Writer within a medical communications agency.
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop medical communications materials, including publications, slide decks, manuscripts.
• Work collaboratively with account managers, editors, and creative teams.
• Manage your own workload to meet agreed timelines.

Skills

Strong scientific writing and editing skills

Ability to interpret and summarise complex clinical data

Confidence working collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Education

Degree in life science, medicine, pharmacy, or related subject

Job description

Macclesfield, United Kingdom; Manchester, United Kingdom

Medical Writer

Full-time | Hybrid / Remote (UK based)

About Ashfield MedComms

Ashfield MedComms is a global medical communications agency that partners with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to transform complex science into clear, engaging communications. We work across many therapy areas and channels, supporting the full product lifecycle.

We are part of Inizio, a global healthcare solutions group, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where people can do their best work.

The role

As a Medical Writer, you will develop high-quality medical communications materials that are accurate, engaging, and aligned with client and regulatory requirements. Reporting to a Senior Scientific Team Director, you will work with account teams, editors, and designers to deliver projects on time and to a high standard.

This role is suitable for candidates with experience in medical communications who enjoy translating scientific data into clear, audience-appropriate content.

What you will do

• Develop medical communications materials, including publications, slide decks, congress materials, manuscripts, and educational content
• Interpret clinical data and scientific literature accurately and responsibly
• Adapt content for different audiences, including healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with account managers, editors, and creative teams
• Respond to client feedback and revise materials as required
• Manage your own workload to meet agreed timelines
• Apply internal processes and compliance standards consistently

What you will have

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Experience as a Medical Writer within a medical communications agency.
• A degree in a life science, medicine, pharmacy, or related subject (or equivalent experience)
• Strong scientific writing and editing skills
• Ability to interpret and summarise complex clinical data
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Confidence working collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Nice to have (but not essential)

• Experience with publications or congress deliverables
• Familiarity with GPP, ICMJE, or other relevant guidelines
• Experience working across multiple therapy areas

If you do not meet every requirement but feel this role could be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer you

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great compensation package package including pension and private healthcare
• The chance to work on meaningful projects that support better healthcare outcomes

Our commitment to inclusion

Ashfield MedComms is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We assess candidates based on skills and experience, not background or personal characteristics.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.