Senior Science/Medical Writer (Health) in Islington, Norfolk

Hybrid between home and office in Central London

Contract: Permanent

Line Managed By: Translational Research Director

Prostate Cancer Research exists to honour the men and families who have been through things no family should have to go through, and to work for a future where no one needs to fear a prostate cancer diagnosis. We are always working to provide resources to help, support and empower patients. Our dedicated staff team is the key to our success, expanding the amount of research that we fund five times over in four years.

Over the past three years, PCR has won:

• the Change Project of the year award in 2023
• the Excellence in Healthcare Partnerships award at the Communiqué 2025 awards
• Fundraiser of the Year award at the National Fundraiser Awards 2026
• The Mark Collins Award for Most Powerful Use of Insight to Improve Supporter Experience at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Awards 2026

We are seeking a talented and scientifically curious Medical Writer to join our Translational Research team. This role will be responsible for transforming complex research findings, data analyses, and real-world evidence into clear, compelling, and actionable narratives for a range of internal and external audiences.

You will work closely with researchers, analysts, clinicians, and patient-focused teams to synthesise evidence, contextualise findings, generate insights, and communicate the implications of research in a scientifically rigorous and audience-appropriate manner. The role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to research that informs healthcare decision-making, improves patient outcomes, and advances science.

Key Responsibilities

• Evidence Synthesis and Insight Generation
  • Review, interpret, and synthesise evidence from multiple sources including clinical studies, real-world data, literature reviews, registries, and healthcare datasets.
  • Translate quantitative and qualitative analyses into meaningful narratives and actionable insights.
  • Contextualise research findings within existing evidence, clinical practice, healthcare policy, and patient experience.
  • Identify key messages, trends, evidence gaps, and implications arising from research outputs.
• Scientific and Medical Writing
  • Develop high-quality written materials including: Research reports, Evidence summaries, Scientific briefings, Executive summaries, White papers, Peer-reviewed manuscripts, Conference abstracts and posters, Grant applications and research proposals, Internal and external communications, Posters.
  • Ensure all outputs meet high standards of scientific accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
• Presentation and Communication Materials
  • Develop slide decks and presentation materials for scientific, academic, healthcare, and commercial audiences.
• Literature Review and Research Support
  • Conduct targeted literature reviews and systematic or rapid evidence reviews.
• Collaborative Working
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues including data scientists, researchers, clinicians, patient engagement specialists, and external partners.
  • Participate in research planning discussions to ensure outputs align with stakeholder needs.
  • Engage with patient-centred perspectives to ensure research communications reflect real-world experience and impact.
• Quality and Compliance
  • Ensure all written outputs comply with relevant scientific, ethical, and publication standards.
  • Support publication planning and peer-review processes.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Public Health, Medical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in medical writing, scientific writing, health research communication, or a related field.
• Experience interpreting and communicating findings from healthcare, clinical, research, or real-world datasets.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary scientific or healthcare teams.

Essential Knowledge

• Understanding of biomedical science, clinical research, and healthcare systems.
• Appreciation of patient-centred research and the importance of lived patient experience in healthcare decision-making.
• Familiarity with scientific publication processes and peer review.
• Ability to distil complex scientific information into clear, concise, and impactful narratives.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and scientific referencing tools.
• Able to combine scientific rigour with creativity in communication.

How To Apply

Please apply by submitting your CV together with a list of relevant publications, reports, abstracts, posters, or other scientific outputs to which you have contributed. Include links to any that are available to review online. For more information about the role, please contact our Translational Research Director, Jayne Spink for an informal chat.

For more information about our organisation, visit the Prostate Cancer Research website, the Prostate Progress webpage and the PCR online patient resource, The Infopool.

PCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.