A Junior Medical Writer graduate role at Real Chemistry focused on creating scientifically accurate medical content for pharmaceutical clients, supported by structured training in writing, research, compliance, and AI-assisted content development.At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Junior Medical Writer (JMW)We’re looking for curious scientists ready to take their first step into medical writing through Elements, our development programme designed to turn talented scientists into confident, high‑impact medical writers. You’ll learn how to deliver excellent medical content, developing the scientific, strategic, writing, quality, and AI skills needed to build a long‑term career in medical communications.Elements combines hands‑on project experience, structured learning, coaching and feedback to give you a clear pathway to grow. If you’re curious, ambitious, and excited by turning science into compelling communications, this role is for you.Key ResponsibilitiesScientific knowledge:Uses a range of resources and AI tools to learn about therapy area and the underlying science, and demonstrates this knowledge in assigned tasks, with supportDemonstrates thorough understanding of statistical methods and strong data analysis skills in assigned tasks, with supportApplies critical judgement to verify AI outputs against primary sources, with supportStrategic knowledge:Actively interrogates briefs for assigned tasks, asking questions, and confirming understanding, with supportUses a range of resources and AI tools, and asks questions to learn about the client’s strategic objectives and medical affairs/commercial contexts (landscape and competitors) for assigned tasks, and demonstrates awareness of these in written work, with supportWriting and editorial:Develops content to meet client communication objectives on assigned tasks, with supportUses clear, concise and accurate writing style with appropriate language (e.g., no comparisons, no unverified claims etc.) in assigned tasks, with supportAdapts writing style to suit different audiences (e.g. primary and secondary care physicians, nurses or patients) in assigned tasks, with supportStructures and writes content for assigned tasks, with supportUses PPT, Word, and Excel to efficiently create scientific content with storytelling impact for assigned tasks, with supportUses AI tools to support quality control processesQuality control:Ensures that all content is accurately and fully referenced for assigned tasks and a reference pack is prepared, with supportConducts data checking and proofreading for assigned projects, with a keen eye for detail and adhering to quality control processes, with supportAccurately and efficiently adds reference tags to materials within VVPM, with supportUnderstands the ABPI code and good practice/industry guidelines, and ensures that all content for assigned tasks is adherent, with supportUses AI tools to support quality control processes, with supportProject deliveryTakes ownership of executing assigned tasks to deliver high-quality content within agreed timeframes, with supportCritically reviews and corrects their own work before passing to othersProactively seeks support when neededFlags potential barriers (queries and problems) to successful task completion to team members at the earliest stage and suggests solutions, with supportAdheres to hours, timelines, budgets, and briefs for a task, proactively seeking clarification when needed and flagging out-of-scope changes.Prioritises tasks according to timelines, deadlines, and availability of key people (reviewers), and provides timely and accurate communication to the team on statusCompletes timesheets and expense claims accurately and on timeUses AI tools to support efficient task delivery, with supportClient liaison:Responds promptly and appropriately to client requests for assigned tasks, with supportContributes to scientific discussions during meetings with clients, with supportMay go on-site to support project deliveryUses AI tools to support client interactions, with supportBusiness growth and new business:Contributes to assigned tasks to support account growth (e.g., research, slide development), with supportContributes to assigned tasks in pitch development (e.g., research, presenting findings to pitch team), with supportUses AI tools to support business growth activities, with supportTeamworkDemonstrates strong communication skills within assigned teams, with supportPlays a pivotal role within the writing team, contributing to meetings and initiativesIdentifies opportunities to use their skills to support colleaguesProactively gets involved with the agency’s non-client work, e.g. inspiration/charity/socialShares knowledge, insights and experiences with peers, with supportUses AI tools to support effective teamwork, and actively shares AI tips and learnings with peers, with supportSelf-developmentEnthusiastically participates in the Elements programme, demonstrating passion for learning and asking questions. Engages with all opportunities to learn and seeks opportunities to reflect learnings in assigned workSeeks feedback to improve performanceQualifications and skillsYou should bring a strong scientific background with a degree in a scientific or medical discipline (post-graduate degree preferred). A high level of academic achievement is expectedA passion for healthcare, science, medicine, and the pharmaceutical industry is essential, as well as a keen interest in AI technologiesYou’ll need to be personable, articulate, and have a keen eye for detailPrevious experience communicating science is desirablePosting Salary£30,000 - £30,000 GBP
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