Senior Medical Writer - Remote Working in London

At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn't just an aspiration—it's our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Medical WriterRole PurposeOur MWs play a fundamental role in our business by contributing to day-to-day project delivery within an account to create outstanding medical content across a variety of therapy areas. This position is ideal for a proactive communicator with a passion for science, a keen interest in AI, and a keen eye for detail who is looking to develop their medical writing career further. Has a good understanding of assigned therapeutic areasEffectively analyses and interprets scientific data to work on a wide range of assigned projectsStrategic knowledge: Understands the medical affairs and commercial spaces within which clients workReviews literature and competitive information to continually expand understanding of brand/marketplace and emerging competitors and shares findings and implications with teamsParticipates in meetings and strategic discussions with clients, authors, and advisorsAIConfidently and efficiently uses AI tools to support assigned tasks, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in their workSeeks out new opportunities to apply AI tools in to improve personal workflow and task managementProject ownership: Takes some responsibility for day-to-day delivery of scientific content under supervision of MW2 or SMW and higherEnsures communication objectives are met on assigned projectsEditorial: Adapts writing style to suit different audiences (e.g. primary and secondary care physicians, nurses or patients)Structure and writes more commercially focused or complicated materials such as story flows/strategicframeworks, competitor intelligence, advisory board reports, etc. with clear supervision from SMW or higherQuality control: Ensures all work is referenced appropriately and is provided with a full reference packEnsures all work is tagged appropriately on VVPMIs fully adherent to and shows a good working knowledge the ABPI code of conductDemonstrates knowledge of good practice/industry guidelines and ensures project work is compliant with these with supervision from senior teamOn site: Has begun to have client contact for content development on straight-forward projects and escalates queries in more challenging scenariosProject management Adheres to project schedules and briefsUnderstands key dates in project timelines and keeps the account team apprised of status on projects by providing timely and accurate communicationProactively clarifies how a project status is tracking versus the number of hours availableParticipates in the tracking of project deliverables, identifying impact of out-of-scope changesAdheres to project budgets, or proactively provides appropriate reasons not toTeamwork: Trains/mentors junior writers on writing and company processesQualifications and skillsYou should bring a strong scientific background with a degree in a scientific or medical discipline (post-graduate degree preferred). A high level of academic achievement is expectedA passion for, and profound understanding of, healthcare, science, medicine, and the pharmaceutical industry is essential, as well as a keen interest in AI technologiesYou'll need to be personable, articulate, and have a keen eye for detailYou should bring previous experience as a (junior) medical writer at an agency or within a pharmaceutical organisationWhat Real Chemistry offersReal Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks. Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work certified; Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vison plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and support and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. At Real Chemistry, we believe we're at our best when we're connected. Our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach is designed to foster collaboration, learning, innovation, and meaningful relationships while providing flexibility where appropriate. Some positions offer hybrid or remote flexibility, while others require regular in-office presence. For example, certain teams and regions, including some of our UK operations, have office-based requirements. For employees located within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office, we require in-person attendance two days per week, either from a Real Chemistry office or when working onsite with clients. Employees in regions without a nearby office may work remotely and come together throughout the year for collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection opportunities. Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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