Medical Writer I

Quotient Sciences Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drug development company in Edinburgh is seeking individuals for a Medical Writing role focused on preparing clinical study reports. This position offers a solid starting point for your career with training provided, and requires strong communication skills and attention to detail. Join a team that values collaboration and quality documentation to help accelerate the delivery of new medicines.

Qualifications

• Minimal related experience in industry or discipline (training provided).
• Working knowledge of clinical data and ICH/Good Clinical Practices is preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support medical writers in preparation of clinical study reports.
• Work collaboratively to ensure accurate and complete reporting.
• Perform quality control of documents written by other medical writers.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Degree or higher in health, science, or a related discipline

Job description

Quotient Sciences: Molecule to Cure. Fast.

Quotient Sciences is a leading drug development and manufacturing accelerator, helping biotech and pharma companies bring new medicines to patients faster. With over 35 years of experience and a track record of success, we provide Drug Product (CDMO) and Clinical (CRO) services across the entire development pathway, including formulation development, clinical pharmacology, clinical trials, and commercial product manufacturing.

Our proprietary and disruptive platform – “Translational Pharmaceutics®” – integrates Drug Product Manufacturing and Clinical Testing to eliminate silos in the drug development process. This in turn reduces costs, improves outcomes, and significantly accelerates drug development times.

Why join us

Because every day counts when bringing new medicines to patients. Our 1,000+ experts across the US, UK, and beyond are united by science, agility, and a culture that turns ideas into impact—fast.

The Role

Join our Medical Writing team and play a key role in supporting the preparation of clinical study reports for early-phase clinical trials. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, high-quality documentation that meets regulatory and client requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or grow their career in medical writing within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support medical writers in preparation of clinical study reports from assigned studies according to relevant guidelines and Quotient- or client-specific formats.
• Work collaboratively with functional contributors to ensure that all information and data are appropriately reported in terms of accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate compilation of final clinical study reports and appendices.
• Perform quality control of documents written by other medical writers as requested.
• Coordinate internal review of clinical study reports.
• Maintain organised, complete and up-to-date project documentation including quality control documents in compliance with Quotient and sponsor requirements.
• Review and adhere to the requirements of SOPs, regulatory guidance and directives.
• Ensure that all tasks comply with department standard operating procedures.
• Maintain awareness of global trends in medical writing.
• Responsible for ensuring that a safe working environment is maintained by observing all safety procedures and working methods, by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment and by reading, understanding and following all safety documents.
• Participate in overtime as is reasonably required to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• To undertake other such tasks as might reasonably be requested from time to time by their supervisor and to ensure that work is conducted in a co-operative and flexible manner.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or higher in health, science, or a related discipline.
• Minimal related experience in industry or discipline (training provided).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Working knowledge of clinical data and ICH/Good Clinical Practices (preferred).
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities.

Application Requirements

When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization. As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.

Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.