RBW Consulting
Principal Medical Writer
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Job Title: Principal Medical Writer
We're partnering with an independent medical communications agency to appoint a Principal Medical Writer to join its Scientific Services team. This opportunity is suited to an established Principal Medical Writer or an exceptional Senior Medical Writer already operating at Principal level, looking to take on greater scientific leadership while remaining hands-on with high-quality medical communications.
Working across a varied portfolio of client accounts, you'll lead the development of scientific content, build trusted client relationships and play a key role in shaping strategic communications programmes, while supporting and developing more junior members of the team.
The role
As Principal Medical Writer, you'll act as the scientific lead across assigned accounts, taking ownership of the quality, accuracy and strategic direction of scientific deliverables.
You'll work across a broad range of medical communications projects, interpreting complex scientific data and translating it into engaging, audience-appropriate content for healthcare professionals.
Alongside your writing responsibilities, you'll review the work of colleagues, mentor junior writers and work closely with client services and scientific leadership teams to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the development of high-quality scientific content across a broad range of medical communications projects.
- Act as the lead scientific writer across assigned accounts, building trusted relationships with clients and external experts.
- Interpret complex clinical data and develop clear, accurate and engaging communications for healthcare professional audiences.
- Review and quality check scientific materials, ensuring editorial excellence, scientific accuracy and compliance.
- Provide guidance, mentoring and constructive feedback to junior writers, supporting their ongoing development.
- Contribute to scientific and account strategy, helping shape communications programmes and identify opportunities for account growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
- Support proposal development and contribute scientific expertise to new business opportunities where appropriate.
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About you
You'll have an established background within a healthcare communications agency and be confident leading scientific content across multiple accounts and therapy areas.
You'll enjoy combining scientific excellence with collaborative working and be recognised for building strong client relationships, producing exceptional work and supporting those around you.
We're particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have:
- Experience as a Principal Medical Writer, or significant experience as a Senior Medical Writer already operating at Principal level.
- A strong track record within a healthcare communications agency.
- Excellent scientific writing, editing and reviewing skills.
- Experience developing a wide range of medical communications materials.
- A strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience mentoring or managing more junior writers.
- The ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
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What's in it for you?
This is an opportunity to take on a visible scientific leadership role while continuing to do what you enjoy most: producing high-quality scientific communications.
You'll work across a diverse range of projects spanning medical affairs, expert engagement, congress activity and digital communications, collaborating with experienced colleagues in a supportive, scientifically driven environment.
If you're looking for a role where you can influence strategy, build long-term client relationships and help shape the development of both scientific programmes and junior colleagues, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV today.
Any further questions? Please contact Nicky Stunt, Principal Healthcare Communications Recruiter at RBW Consulting, at nicky.stunt@rbwconsulting.com
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