At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead scientific content development for global oncology projects and mentor junior writers.
- Company: Obsidian, a passionate healthcare agency transforming scientific communications.
- Benefits: Flexible working, 25 days holiday, private healthcare, and comprehensive training programmes.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with regular social events and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by combining science with creative communication.
- Qualifications: Degree in life sciences and experience in medical communications.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
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 more than 65 academic scientists, strategists, and communications experts delivers 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 Senior Medical Writer, or someone ready to step into an Associate Principal Medical Writer position, to join one of our thriving business units. This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to lead key workstreams across a diverse and high-profile portfolio. The position will primarily support a large global oncology account spanning multiple indications, while also leading a broad range of UK-based projects. In addition, you may also contribute to a second account focused on specialist therapy areas, including a pre-launch nephrology programme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, combining your scientific expertise with strategic thinking and creative communication skills. In this role, you’ll:
- Join a 12-strong editorial team working alongside experienced client services professionals.
- Lead scientific content development across workstreams within a large global oncology account and a diverse portfolio of UK projects, covering scientific exchange meetings, stakeholder mapping and HCP educational digital platforms.
- Build strong client relationships and become a trusted scientific partner.
- Support and mentor junior writers while contributing to a collaborative and ambitious business unit of 25 professionals.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the development of high-quality scientific and medical communications across a diverse range of deliverables, including slide decks, congress materials, websites, and other educational resources.
- Act as the editorial lead on key projects, taking ownership of delivery from briefing through to completion.
- Review work of junior team members, ensuring highest editorial standards are met.
- Contribute to development of accurate project timelines and editorial budgets.
- Apply scientific insight and strategic thinking to create content that aligns with client objectives and delivers impact.
- Build trusted relationships with clients and scientific experts, leading discussions and presenting content with confidence.
- Mentor and support junior writers, helping to develop editorial excellence across the team.
- Contribute ideas that drive innovation, continuous improvement and growth across client accounts.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree-qualified in a life sciences discipline (BSc, MSc, PhD or equivalent).
- Previous medical communications agency experience, ideally at Senior Medical Writer level.
- A proven track record of developing high-quality scientific content across a range of deliverables.
- Strong client-facing and communication skills.
- Experience mentoring or coaching junior writers.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and scientific acumen.
What We Offer
- Flexible and hybrid working environment, with opportunities to collaborate from our London office.
- 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.
Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact? Join us at Obsidian and help shape the future of scientific communications.
Senior Medical Writer (Oncology) - Medical Communications in City of London employer: Obsidian
Obsidian is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Greater London area, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among experts in the field. Employees benefit from a fast-start program with opportunities for growth and extension, alongside a commitment to quality in AI model training that makes a meaningful impact in genomics. With a focus on professional development and a supportive environment, Obsidian is dedicated to empowering its team members to excel in their careers.
