At a Glance
- Tasks: Create impactful medical content and lead projects in a dynamic editorial team.
- Company: Join Obsidian, a passionate healthcare agency transforming scientific communications.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, generous holiday, private healthcare, and a vibrant office culture.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent training and social events.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while developing your writing and communication skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in biological sciences and experience in medical communications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
About Us
At Obsidian, we’re passionate about transforming scientific communications to improve healthcare outcomes for everyone. As a specialist healthcare agency dedicated to medical and scientific communications, we partner with global healthcare organisations to share knowledge that truly makes a difference.
Our team of >70 academic scientists, strategists, and communications experts deliver cutting-edge solutions across:
- Medical Affairs
- Strategic Consultancy
- Scientific Meetings and Events
- Medical Education
- Publications Planning & Delivery
- Creative & Digital Services
- Commercial Strategy
The Opportunity
Following an exciting period of growth, we’re looking for a Medical Writer to join one of our thriving business units. This is a chance to make a real impact, combining your scientific expertise with creative communication skills to deliver work that matters.
In this role, you'll:
- Be a key member of a 10-strong editorial team, collaborating closely with client services.
- Take responsibility for delivering high-quality medical and scientific content across therapy areas such as oncology, biosimilars, rare diseases, cardiology, infectious diseases/vaccines, neurology and haematology.
- Mentor and coach AMWs or similar on tasks such as data checking & PowerPoint formatting, fostering excellence and innovation.
- Work within a dynamic business unit of 20 professionals, contributing to projects that shape the future of healthcare communications.
What You’ll Do
- Support primarily medical affairs and scientific communications clients, with a small amount of commercial work.
- Create compelling, scientifically accurate content for diverse outputs - medical strategy materials, MSL materials, medical information resources, publications, symposia and congress activities, advisory boards, steering committee meetings, standalone meetings, speaker training, slide decks, online education, websites, and detail aids.
- Demonstrate the ability to lead individual projects from an editorial perspective.
- Tailor messaging for different audiences with precision and creativity.
- Lead scientific discussions and present materials to clients and external stakeholders.
- Ensure editorial excellence through meticulous attention to detail and consistency.
What We’re Looking For
- Ideally a degree in biological sciences (BSc/MSc/PhD or equivalent).
- Proven experience in medical communications agencies, currently working as either a Medical Writer or as an Associate Medical Writer ready to take the next step up.
- Ability and desire to deliver scientific counsel and high-quality scientific content.
- Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset.
- Work with the highest attention to detail at all times.
What We Offer
- Hybrid working: Only 2 anchor days a week in the office from our vibrant London office (just off Fetter Lane, EC4).
- 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays, plus gifted days at Christmas and your birthday off.
- AXA private healthcare (with family options), Aviva pension scheme, income protection, life assurance.
- Enhanced parental leave, cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket loan.
- Bonus schemes and employee referral rewards.
- Learning and Development: Comprehensive training programmes, annual performance reviews, and opportunities to join working groups.
- Well-being Support: EAP, mental health first-aiders, AXA well-being calendar, and a dedicated well-being room.
- Social Connection: Regular social events and a friendly, collaborative culture.
Medical Writer - Medical Communications in City of London employer: Obsidian
At Obsidian, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive training programmes, generous benefits including private healthcare and enhanced parental leave, and a supportive environment that prioritises well-being. Join us to make a meaningful impact in healthcare communications while enjoying a balanced hybrid working model and engaging social events.
