Associate Medical Writer

Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

Associate Medical Writer, Manchester The Medical Consulting team is part of VML HEALTH, a global healthcare with a vision to make the world of health human-centric with connected brands. VML HEALTH has offices across the world & three global healthcare hubs in London, New York, & Milan. The Medical Consulting team focuses on early engagement across a range of disciplines including Commercial, Medical Affairs, HEOR, Market Access, Clinical Development, Patient Advocacy & Policy, Development and Regulatory teams – notably biopharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostics companies and also healthcare service industries & patient advocacy organizations. We have offices in London and Manchester.

The role: The Associate Medical Writer role has a unique blend of content creation and project management responsibilities. Individuals would learn about market access principles and their different application in various markets, be expected to conduct research, summarise findings, and create content in Word and PowerPoint (i.e. Global Value Dossiers, Global Value Decks, Research Reports) with supervision. The role also includes project management responsibilities such as timeline and finance management and meeting logistics.

Responsibilities include:

1. Development of scientifically rigorous content in both Word and PowerPoint for a payer, policy, and medical audience, such as Global Value Dossiers, Global Value Decks, and differentiation materials.
2. Conducting primary and secondary research, with support. Examples include clinical trial summaries, competitive therapeutic landscape assessments, and analysis of health technology assessments.
3. Ad hoc research and content support for business development pitches.
4. Project management of multiple projects. Includes ownership of status sheets, timelines, and finance tracking, and online meeting logistics.
5. Client contact, including sharing meeting agendas and minutes and responding to ad hoc requests.
6. Content review management, including management of online submissions for medical, legal, and regulatory review.

Being part of the Medical Consulting Manchester team:

1. Opportunity to work on a wide range of deliverable types in support of best-in-class therapeutics in both a content creation and project management capacity, with a client facing aspect.
2. Rapid learning curve developing multiple skills simultaneously, with close coaching and support from team leads and colleagues.
3. Part of an innovative, bespoke group in Manchester with strong ties to teams across Europe and the US.
4. Participate in weekly business status meetings discussing the financial health of group and sharing team updates.
5. Fully transparent personal development programme with clear criteria for career progression.

The role requires flexible working, including multiple days a week spent at the office in Manchester.

Qualifications:

Must have: A degree in either Pharmacy, medicine, Biomedical or Biological Sciences, or Health sciences.

Desirable: A PhD or Postgraduate qualification in Biological Sciences or Biomedical Sciences, or 1-2 years of relevant work experience.

Critical skills:

1. Technical and Scientific Writing - publications, abstracts, research papers and other forms of medical / scientific writing.
2. Analytical capabilities - evaluating publications and confidence with publication databases.
3. Communication - written and verbal.
4. Creative thinking - particular focus on the communication of complex science and technology.
5. Consultative mindset - solutions orientated and proactive attitude.
6. Teamworking and agility.
7. Attention to detail and tenacity to ensure accuracy of Project management – ability to juggle multiple priorities and manage upwards to keep all team members accountable.

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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