2 x Medical Writers - Medical Communications

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 TWO Medical Writers 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. Takes responsibility of delivering high-quality medical and scientific content across therapy areas such as hepatitis, HIV, oncology, rare diseases, nephrology, and haemophilia. 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. Demonstrates 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. Works 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