Planet Pharma

Medical Writer (Junior or Senior)

Posted: 3 days ago

Job Description

Medical Writer – Oncology (Publications Focus) Junior or Senior (based on experience)📍 Home-based, UKAre you an experienced Medical Writer with a passion for scientific storytelling and turning complex oncology data into impactful publications? We’re looking for a Medical Writer to join a growing, collaborative publications team supporting cutting-edge developments in cancer and molecular imaging.About the RoleYou’ll play a key role in developing and delivering high-quality, data-driven manuscripts, abstracts, and congress materials that communicate novel research to the global scientific community.Working closely with scientists, clinicians, and cross-functional colleagues, you’ll help shape publication strategy and contribute to the ongoing success of innovative oncology programmes.What You’ll DoDevelop, write, and edit manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations that accurately reflect scientific and clinical data.Analyse and interpret complex data outputs to craft clear, insightful, and impactful publications.Collaborate with internal authors, medical experts, and cross-functional teams to ensure scientific accuracy and editorial excellence.Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines without compromising quality.Support literature reviews, data analysis, and publication planning initiatives.Contribute to a team culture that values collaboration, flexibility, and mutual support—helping colleagues when deadlines or priorities shift.About YouPhD in a life-science discipline, or MSc/BSc with relevant medical writing experience.3–5 years’ experience for the Senior Medical Writer or 1–3 years for the Junior Medical Writer position.Proven experience writing and managing scientific publications - must be acknowledged author or contributor on at least one published paper.ESSENTIAL - Prostate cancer experience OR familiarity with medical imaging or PET Background in medical communications, pharma, or med-tech preferred (not academia).Comfortable working with complex datasets and data tables, drawing accurate scientific conclusions.Strong knowledge of publication standards (ICMJE, GPP3/4) and best practices in scientific communication.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently in a remote, supportive team environment.What’s on OfferA chance to work on innovative, clinically meaningful oncology programmes from pre-clinical through to post-marketing stages.Supportive leadership with genuine work-life flexibility (yes, you can pause to walk the dog!).Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.Home-based flexibility with 3–4 in-person team meet-ups per year in Oxford.How to ApplyIf you’re ready to contribute to impactful scientific publications that help shape the future of cancer care, apply now!Tshering Sherpatsherpa@planet-pharma.co.uk

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