Medical Writer

Medical Writing Project Lead

Location:Remote, UK

Contract Type:12 month contract

Industry:Pharmaceutical / Clinical Research

Experience Required:Minimum 3 years in Medical Writing, including at least 1 year as a project lead

Overview:

Our client, a leading global organization in the life sciences sector, is seeking an experiencedMedical Writing Project Leadto support the development of clinical documentation across various study phases, with a focus on Phases I–III protocols and clinical study reports (CSRs). This role offers the opportunity to lead study-level writing tasks and collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic, highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently create a range of clinical documents, including study protocols, informed consent forms (ICFs), clinical study reports (CSRs), layperson summaries, briefing materials, and Investigator Brochures.
• Assist senior medical writers with the preparation of complex or high-level submission documents.
• Analyze and interpret clinical data to produce clear, accurate, and scientifically sound content.
• Lead discussions around document development, ensuring strategic alignment and effective stakeholder input.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings to drive decisions and advance medical writing deliverables.
• Uphold high standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance with both regulatory guidelines and internal procedures.
• Act as a representative for the medical writing function in cross-functional project meetings.
• Oversee timelines, manage stakeholder feedback, and guide documents through review and finalization.
• Adhere to internal SOPs and client-specific processes throughout the document development lifecycle.
• Support process enhancements and contribute to collaborative knowledge sharing across teams.

Required Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years’ medical writing experience within the pharmaceutical or CRO sector, including at least 1 year in a project leadership role.
• Solid understanding of clinical research processes, regulatory requirements, and documentation standards.
• Proven track record of independently managing medical writing projects from start to finish.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with a proactive and problem-solving approach to challenges.
• Capable of guiding content discussions, aligning teams, and facilitating decisions.
• Highly organized, with excellent time management and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable interpreting complex data sets and presenting them in clear, regulatory-compliant formats.
• Experienced in navigating SOPs, templates, and regulatory frameworks in a structured work environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated medical writer to lead impactful projects and contribute to global clinical programs.

For more information or to apply, please contact Ollie at Planet Pharma at