Medical Writer / Senior Medical Writer (Remote)

Job Title: Senior Medical Writer / Medical Writer (Publications) – Remote, UK

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Medical Writer / Medical Writer to join our publications-focused team within a leading medical communications agency. This fully remote position (UK-based) offers the opportunity to work across high-value scientific publications, strategic communication plans, and global medical affairs initiatives for top-tier pharmaceutical clients.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, scientifically robust content while collaborating closely with internal teams, clients, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and external authors. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment, values scientific accuracy, and enjoys taking ownership of publication deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

Scientific Content Development

• Develop, write, and edit high-quality scientific publications including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks, and congress materials.
• Ensure all content meets industry standards, client expectations, and relevant compliance guidelines (e.g., GPP, ICMJE).
• Interpret and communicate complex clinical data with clarity, accuracy, and appropriate scientific rigor.

Strategy & Planning

• Contribute to or lead publication plans, including gap analyses, publication timelines, and tactical recommendations.
• Support strategic discussions with clients around publication priorities and scientific communication needs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of therapeutic areas, competitive landscapes, and emerging data.

Collaboration & Client Interaction

• Work closely with cross-functional internal teams (account managers, project managers, editors, designers).
• Engage with clients, authors, and KOLs to ensure alignment on scientific messaging, timelines, and expectations.
• Attend advisory boards, steering committee meetings, and scientific congresses as required (virtual or in-person).

Quality, Compliance & Process

• Ensure adherence to publication guidelines (GPP, ICMJE, company SOPs).
• Participate in internal review processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and scientific integrity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal writing processes and best practices.

Skills & Experience

Required

• Prior experience within a medical communications agency, specifically within publications (pubs).
• Demonstrable track record writing scientific publications for peer-reviewed journals or congresses.
• Strong understanding of clinical research, study design, and data interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with publication guidelines (GPP, ICMJE).

Preferred

• Advanced scientific degree (PhD, MSc, PharmD, MD, or similar).
• Experience working directly with clients and authors.
• Therapeutic experience in one or more key areas (e.g., oncology, rare disease, immunology, neurology, cardiology).

What We Offer

• Fully remote working within the UK.
• Competitive salary based on experience (Medical Writer and Senior level available).
• Opportunity to work with high-profile global pharma clients.
• Clear pathway for career progression within a growing publications team.
• Supportive, collaborative agency environment with ongoing training and professional development.
• Flexible working and strong work-life balance culture.