Graduate Medical Writer

Are you a Master’s or PhD-educated Life Sciences graduate looking to turn your scientific knowledge into a career in medical communications? Join an independent, close-knit agency where you can develop your writing skills, work with pharmaceutical clients and progress quickly.

The Company

Based in Berkshire, you will join an independent medical communications agency that supports pharmaceutical brands through strategic and scientifically accurate communications. The team works with well-known organisations in the pharmaceutical industry and takes pride in building strong, lasting client relationships. You will be part of a friendly, down-to-earth and collaborative environment where graduates are given genuine responsibility, encouraged to learn from experienced colleagues and supported to build a long-term career in medical communications.

The Role

As a Junior Medical Writer, you will join a fast-paced medical writing team and play an important role in delivering high-quality communications for pharmaceutical clients. This is a client-facing opportunity where you will work closely with internal teams, account managers and experienced writers while gradually taking greater ownership of your own projects. You will receive support as you develop your scientific writing, project management and client communication skills, creating a strong foundation for a career in medical communications. There is real room to grow, with previous junior hires progressing quickly into more senior writing roles.

Key responsibilities:

• Create clear, accurate and engaging scientific communications for pharmaceutical projects.
• Support internal teams to deliver projects on time and to brief.
• Build positive, long-lasting relationships alongside account management colleagues.
• Take ownership of individual medical writing projects as your confidence grows.
• Develop your understanding of pharmaceutical brands and medical communications.

Benefits and Perks

This agency offers a supportive and sociable environment where you can learn, build relationships and take your career forward. As well as a starting salary of £32,000, you will also get the following benefits:

• Clear progression opportunities, including Senior Medical Writer and Principal Medical Writer.
• Exposure to leading pharmaceutical organisations and high-profile client projects.
• A friendly, close-knit and down-to-earth team culture.
• A highly sociable working environment with regular team activities.
• Support from an established recruitment partner with a strong track record of graduate placements.

Must-Have

• A Master’s degree or PhD in a Life Sciences subject.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A genuine interest in medical writing and medical communications.
• The ability to work collaboratively and manage your own responsibilities.

Nice-to-Have

• Demonstrable scientific or written experience, such as a dissertation or published work.
• An interest in the pharmaceutical industry or pharmaceutical brand communications.

Apply now

If you are ready to combine your Life Sciences knowledge with your writing and communication skills, apply today and kick-start a rewarding career in medical communications with genuine progression.