Associate Medical Writer
We’re looking for individuals who have experience contributing to the development of high-quality medical or scientific content based on complex data, and who have a curious and inventive approach to problem-solving. If this sounds like you, read on!
FULL TIME
Location
Our offices are in London, Macclesfield and Manchester. We are open to applications from all over the UK as we have remote and flexible hybrid working policies.
ABOUT LUCID GROUP
Lucid is a global healthcare communications partner built around a unique, integrated model: fusing scientific, behavioural, commercial and strategic expertise to unlock belief and drive confident action.
We work across the asset lifecycle and around the world, with therapeutic depth that spans specialties and an integrated, agile way of working that brings clarity, cohesion and momentum to every moment that matters. Whether shaping strategy, crafting narratives, or designing programs for real-world adoption, we reduce friction and help clients transform science into meaningful outcomes.
This position is aligned to one of our four divisions:
Lucid Global works with global brand teams at big and mid-tier pharmaceuticals and biotech clients to deliver powerful medical communications solutions across the asset lifecycle.
Our other divisions include:
Lucid Consulting brings depth of expertise in the research, development and commercialisation of solutions across therapeutic areas and modalities by streamlining product development, building operational capabilities, innovating, and supporting execution to create value for patients, clients and shareholders.
US MedComms works with both US and Global brand teams to create powerful medical communications solutions for early lifecycle assets.
US Marketing works with clients across the Rx, Medical Device, OTC and Consumer Device categories to deliver compelling communications and promotional solutions to Healthcare Professionals for in-market assets.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Medical team is responsible for creating scientific content that aligns to our clients’ strategic plans. The Associate Medical Writer works within the Medical team and creates synergy between science, technical information and commercial objectives to help deliver compelling programmes across key Lucid Group accounts. As an Associate Medical Writer, you would be an ambassador for Lucid Group, helping build the profile and client base of the company.
An Associate Medical Writer at Lucid is responsible for:
Contributing to the development of high-quality medical content based
on complex scientific/clinical data
Ensuring factual accuracy in all content development
Understanding medical affairs and educational objectives
Building good working relationships with clients and demonstrating
a customer-first mentality
Delivering appropriate communication for each client
Delivering against a client brief and completing actions in good time
and on budget
Acquiring outstanding knowledge of client data and understanding
both therapy area and commercial objectives
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential Criteria:
A degree, or higher, in a scientific, medical or life sciences field
Good attention to detail
Experience writing for a variety of medical/scientific audiences
A curious and inventive approach to problem-solving
Desirable Criteria:
Experience managing their own time in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Experience working in an agile environment
Experience working collaboratively and efficiently in a cross-capability team
Experience working with clients or customers
Confidence and interest in exploring ways to engage with AI to support efficient and adaptable ways of working
If you look at this list and feel you don’t meet every single requirement, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply, have a discussion with us about the role or others that we may have at Lucid Group either now or in the future, together we can build more inclusive workplaces.
WHAT YOU’LL BE WORKING ON
A full breadth of medical communications projects, from publications to commercial sales materials and everything in between
Congresses and meeting activities
Innovative accounts that play a direct role in ensuring new medicines reach patients to address unmet needs
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US
Our culture is fundamental to the delivery of transformation. Harnessing the talent and ambitions of those we work with empowers us to deliver our magic. On top of this, our benefits include:
Discretionary bonus scheme;
Contributory pension with Lucid contribution up to 5% of basic salary (enrolment after 3 months of employment);
Cycle to work scheme;
25 working days holiday, 1 Celebration Day of your choice, 4 Christmas closure days plus 8 Bank Holidays per annum (pro-rata for part-time);
Flexible holiday buy and sell scheme;
Family friendly policies;
Private family health and dental cover, including Employee Assistance Programme and a comprehensive employee rewards scheme;
4x basic salary life assurance cover;
Medicash Healthcare Cash Plan (Level 1 company cover)
Season Ticket Loans;
Regular incentive schemes aligned to individual and team performance;
People are at the heart of who we are. Our aim is to transform the lives of those we touch without prejudice or discrimination. At Lucid, the magic we create relies on harnessing and celebrating the unique, diverse and individual talents of those we work with. To do this, we must empower each person to bring their whole self to work so we can be fully inclusive and collaborate with a full heart – fulfilling the potential of everything we do and everyone we work with. Equally.
We are Lucid Group – we let your whole self shine.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, colour, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability.
As part of our commitment to recruiting and supporting colleagues with disabilities Lucid Group are a committed member of the UK Government’s Disability Scheme, supporting people with disabilities provides us with access to a wider talent pool and enables us to be a force for good in the world by creating fair and equitable access to employment opportunities. Aligned to this scheme we commit to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible by:
1) Offering a guaranteed interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role
2) Anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments
3) Support any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition
If you wish to apply under this scheme please indicate so when asked on our DEI page which will appear as part of our job application process.
- Department
- Medical
- Role
- Associate Medical Writer (UK)
- Locations
- London, Macclesfield, Manchester, Remote UK
About Lucid Group
Lucid was started with a core ideology rooted in a legacy of innovation and dedication. For the past 20 years we have successfully transformed healthcare communications for the better.
From our ambitious agency beginnings we have grown organically and through strategically aligned acquisition. We are currently based in 4 global locations, and our 500 worldwide colleagues are the trusted partners for 100s of top brands and client teams, big and small.
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