Role Summary
Medical Writer – Full-time, permanent. Salary: £39,000 per annum. Location: Global Headquarters in Cambridge with options in London, Manchester, Bristol and Edinburgh. Start dates available throughout 2026 – candidates should state availability on application. Benefits include discretionary profit‑share bonuses, hybrid and flexible working, generous holiday, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, income protection, and full funding for external training.
About the Role
Medical Writers develop medical communications materials that analyse and present clinical‑trial data to aid the uptake of novel therapies. The role involves preparing posters, slide decks, peer‑reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, oral presentations, regulatory documents and other scientific outputs. Writers may work on several projects across different disease areas concurrently and will collaborate with clients, opinion leaders, experts and event staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse clinical‑trial data to create materials for varied audiences and formats.
- Work closely with clients, participating in teleconferences and face‑to‑face meetings.
- Support project management and client communication in partnership with experienced colleagues.
- Manage multiple projects across different disease areas at the same time.
- Collaborate with teams across the company to develop a comprehensive understanding of service offerings and clients.
About You – Essential Requirements
- Undergraduate degree‑level qualification in a scientific discipline (minimum 2.1); postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
- Experience planning and writing scientific documents (lab reports, dissertations, poster/oral presentations, peer‑reviewed publications, grant applications, regulatory documents, etc.).
- Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, with a genuine interest in healthcare and a desire to learn and develop.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks across multiple projects.
- Excellent written English for client work, email communication and internal messaging.
- Effective verbal communication skills and ability to tailor style to diverse audiences.
- Proactive mindset, collaborative approach, and willingness to take ownership of work and career development.
- Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Embedding Costello Medical’s values: commitment to quality, innovation, integrity and collegial support.
Joining Costello Medical from Academia
Applicants from academia are welcomed with comprehensive training, mentorship and a supportive work culture. Transitioning to a commercial, industry‑based setting is facilitated through tailored programs.
Benefits
- £39,000 starting salary with discretionary profit share bonus paid twice per year.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank and public holidays, with holiday buy‑and‑sell scheme.
- Flexible working hours and up to half the working time from home after probation.
- Flexible benefits scheme with cash payments, additional pension contributions and more.
- Private Medical Insurance covering comprehensive care on a ‘medical history disregard’ basis.
- Paid study leave and funding for external qualification.
- Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection and Life Assurance.
- Paid and unpaid sabbaticals based on length of service.
Equal Opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
Visa Sponsorship
Visa sponsorship may be available for new entrants, PhD holders in STEM or relevant medical‑writer subjects, or individuals holding a continuous Skilled Worker visa since 4th April 2024.
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