Medical Writer - Publications & Medical Communications

CompanyOPEN Health

LocationUnited Kingdom

Posted At2/15/2026

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Occupation Type

Authors, writers and translators

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Reports to the Senior or Principal Medical Writer

Location: Remote - United Kingdom

Job Summary

Medical content development encompasses a range of publications and medcomms deliverables including strategy/ planning, conferences, advisory boards, and interactive content. This is a fantastic role, working with our team in the US that partners with a growing portfolio of leading pharma clients across diverse therapeutic areas.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ensuring that quality control is paramount within all materials produced across the business
Developing written materials (for subsequent review by Lead / Senior Medical Writer) in line with client requirements (internal/external), timelines, Open Health Medical Communications editorial policy, and key product messages
May include editing as well as writing
Ensuring all written material is:
Appropriately pitched
On brief when delivered
Delivered on time
Fully referenced and, where applicable, abides by the Code of Practice
Attending conferences / advisory board meetings with Lead / Senior Medical Writer and develop first draft of report for review

Coordinating effectively and efficiently with appropriate members of the Open Health Medical Communications team

Ensuring line manager and accounts team, where appropriate, are continually updated on project progress

Developing an understanding of the various client brand and disease areas

Undertaking or directing research into therapy areas, as needed

Liaising with authors / advisors (including attending face-to-face meetings), with the support of a Lead / Senior Medical Writer

Experience, Skills, And Qualifications

Experience as an Associate Medical Writer or Medical Writer in a medcomms, healthcare agency or pharma environment
Thorough understanding of the client’s therapeutic area and ability to provide strategic input
Strong understanding of science and medicine, the healthcare environment and the medical education/communications industry
Manager, trainer, delegator
Strong leadership skills
Approachability
Excellent project management and analytical skills
Financial acumen
Ability to multitask and prioritise; excellent time management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Competent in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook

Sound understanding

Travel Requirements

As required by business needs