25 Scientific Writing jobs in the United Kingdom

Senior Scientific Director (Medical Writing Team Lead), Medical Consulting Manchester (hybrid working) VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency 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. VML Health is a WPP company. Within VML HEALTH is the Global Strategy Team (GST), home to a diverse set of strategic thinkers and consultants. It represents the highest levels of strategic competency and consulting acumen under an agile business model, working independently with clients or as part of an integrated agency team. The GST brings together four key disciplines to build brands and shape the healthcare environment from as early as pipeline development through to loss of exclusivity: Medical Strategy, Engagement Strategy, Brand Strategy, and Medical Consulting. This role sits within the Medical Consulting discipline. The Medical Consulting team focuses on early engagement across a range of disciplines including Commercial, Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Patient Advocacy, Policy and value communication teams – our clients include pharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostic companies alongside patient advocacy organizations and academic organizations. The Medical Consulting team supports organisations to achieve more effective decision making through a focus on early and cross functional working, enhanced focus on patient engagement, early commercialisation and disease leadership programmes. We run a variety of global accounts involving close collaboration with our creative, digital, medical education, and marketing teams to bring creative solutions for clients as they move forward in development and launch of their assets. About the Role Medical writing is a critical discipline within the consulting team, leading development of a range of writing projects including; commercial and advocacy whitepapers, policy briefs, value communications, and posters/publications. A core focus for this team in 2025 and beyond is growth and expansion of capabilities to service the evolving needs of our clients and the business. VML Health is seeking a Medical Writing Lead to drive the expansion of the discipline, provide senior level client management, deliver coaching & development across the team, establish updated processes & methodologies to support business delivery and bring a clear focus of growth, in partnership with the medical consulting leadership team. We are looking for an established senior level candidate with in-depth writing experience and expertise across a wide range of scientific communications. The candidate must bring excellent client engagement and people management skills to provide strategic leadership for the discipline. Experience in managing both internal & client teams to shape, develop and deliver effective and high-quality deliverables that meet client objectives, budgets, and timelines is critical. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a solid understanding of the healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape with experience working across multiple disease areas and complex scientific concepts. The Medical Writing Lead will ultimately lead the strategic evolution of the medical writing team to support the broader needs of both Medical Consulting and the Global Strategy Team. This unique role provides the opportunity to shape the future business model and growth of a multifunctional writing discipline, requiring a proactive, innovative thinker with a both in-depth writing expertise and strong business acumen. This role is based in Manchester with close collaboration across our core hubs and domestic teams. Responsibilities Must have extensive (minimum 10 years) scientific & value communication writing experience including team/discipline leadership and management experience. Broad range of experience across disease areas with preference for some or all of the following (Oncology, Haematology, Rare Disease, Immunology, Neuroscience). In depth technical writing experience across a wide range of deliverables including scientific communications, whitepapers, posters/publications, perspectives papers and value communications. Ability to understand, interpret and analyse complex data sets such as clinical trials results and statistical analyses. Commercial mindset with a proven track record of driving business growth for writing based projects & clients across organic, net new and pitch settings. Ability to own & lead teams & programs of writing work to a high standard. Strong evidence of leadership and ability to network, within a company, clients and healthcare systems, including experience engaging with and developing content for senior leadership. In-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare environment and healthcare systems, with understanding of a broad range of stakeholders including clinicians, patients, advocates, and policymakers. Proven ability to work and lead teams effectively in a busy, deadline-driven environment across the spectrum of discipline needs from research design and execution, scientific strategy, writing, editorial and resource management. Can-do attitude, leadership and management agility, and ability to deliver and manage issues and deadlines with teams. Outstanding leadership and role model behaviours and ability to motivate and lead teams. Qualifications Extensive healthcare agency experience as a Scientific Director, Scientific Team lead and senior/principle writer. A life sciences MSc, PhD or clinical qualification, and/or previous experience as a Medical Writer. A life sciences BSc will also be considered. A track record of scientific and editorial leadership for large/complex accounts. Leadership experience with writing teams, in particular with a focus on growth and capability expansion. Strong leadership and communication skills, high emotional intelligence, the ability to adapt your approach according to the needs of clients and teams, and the ability to respond rapidly to situations and manage internal/external issues. A track record of driving business growth and providing scientific insight to proposals and pitches. Excellent understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and medical writing standards, e.g. ABPI, GPP3, ICMJE. Required Skills Enthusiastic and motivated leader. Driven by both people and business growth. Client image and style awareness. Planning resources and time efficiently to keep to timelines. Ability to work on your own initiative and proactively bring new ideas to evolve the discipline. Excellent attention to detail.

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.A Day in the LifeThe Digital Technologies Business Unit (DTBU) at Medtronic develops cloud, AI, and extended reality technologies for the operating room (OR) to augment surgical training and improve patient outcomes. Our goal is to deliver safer surgery around the world. Our Touch Surgery™ solution is an innovative video management and data analytics platform for hospitals that allows surgeons, OR staff, and trainees to securely access videos of their procedures within minutes after surgery to review and learn from the case. The Technical Communications team at Digital Technologies seeks a Technical Writing Manager to take on leadership of the team. In this role, you will lead a team of technical writers in creating clear, concise, user-centric documentation. You will oversee the development of various forms of technical content, such as release notes, newsletters, help articles, user guides, quick start guides, and technical specifications. You will collaborate with Engineers, Product Managers, Customer Success, Medical Liasions, and Marketing managers to transform complex technical concepts into simple, user-friendly materials that enhance the user experience for a global userbase. This people management role is positioned within the Product Team at Medtronic Digital Technologies, and reports to the Senior Director of Product Development. Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:1- Team leadership Manage, mentor, and develop a team of technical writers. Set goals, responsibilities, and performance expectations for the team. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, flexible work environment that empowers everyone to do their best work.2- Writing and editingCreate and maintain technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, usability, and consistency. Review and edit team members' work for quality and adherence to style and branding guidelines. Publish and distribute user-facing technical content that resolves user issues and communicates the value of our video solution. 3- Project ManagementPlan and manage documentation projects to ensure completion within agreed timelines. Prioritize tasks and allocate team resources effectively. Collaborate cross-functionally to align documentation with product development cycles and broader corporate communications. 4- Content management Update documentation continuously to reflect changes in product functionality. Optimize information architecture to maximize discoverability and accessibility by users. Monitor performance metrics of technical content to identify opportunities for improvement. 5- Process improvement Develop and implement documentation standards, tools, and workflows. Act as administrator for our content management system, email system, translation database, and other communication tools. Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in the field of technical communications. Required Knowledge and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience. 5+ years of professional writing experience. Excellent writing and editing skills. Strong understanding of technical concepts, e.g., cross-platform development, cloud data management, video processing pipelines, machine learning, cybersecurity. Proven leadership experience. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.Willingness to travel with some overnight stays Preferred candidates will have experience working in the medical technology industry and/or in software development, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies. Familiarity with content management systems and version control tools is important, as is a strong attention to detail—especially the ability to identify orthographic inaccuracies in this job description, and remark on it in your cover letter. Additional strengths include expertise in technical illustration, video production, or other multimedia content creation, as well as experience localizing materials for a global audience.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. About MedtronicWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity  

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youu2019ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.



**A Day in the Life**



The Digital Technologies Business Unit (DTBU) at Medtronic develops cloud, AI, and extended reality technologies for the operating room (OR) to augment surgical training and improve patient outcomes. Our goal is to deliver safer surgery around the world. Our Touch Surgeryu2122 solution is an innovative video management and data analytics platform for hospitals that allows surgeons, OR staff, and trainees to securely access videos of their procedures within minutes after surgery to review and learn from the case.



The Technical Communications team at Digital Technologies seeks a Technical Writing Manager to take on leadership of the team. In this role, you will lead a team of technical writers in creating clear, concise, user-centric documentation. You will oversee the development of various forms of technical content, such as release notes, newsletters, help articles, user guides, quick start guides, and technical specifications. You will collaborate with Engineers, Product Managers, Customer Success, Medical Liasions, and Marketing managers to transform complex technical concepts into simple, user-friendly materials that enhance the user experience for a global userbase.



This people management role is positioned within the Product Team at Medtronic Digital Technologies, and reports to the Senior Director of Product Development.



**Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:**



1- Team leadership


Manage, mentor, and develop a team of technical writers.
Set goals, responsibilities, and performance expectations for the team.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, flexible work environment that empowers everyone to do their best work.



2- Writing and editing


Create and maintain technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, usability, and consistency.
Review and edit team members' work for quality and adherence to style and branding guidelines.
Publish and distribute user-facing technical content that resolves user issues and communicates the value of our video solution.



3- Project Management


Plan and manage documentation projects to ensure completion within agreed timelines.
Prioritize tasks and allocate team resources effectively.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align documentation with product development cycles and broader corporate communications.



4- Content management


Update documentation continuously to reflect changes in product functionality.
Optimize information architecture to maximize discoverability and accessibility by users.
Monitor performance metrics of technical content to identify opportunities for improvement.



5- Process improvement


Develop and implement documentation standards, tools, and workflows.
Act as administrator for our content management system, email system, translation database, and other communication tools.
Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in the field of technical communications.



**Required Knowledge and Experience:**


Bacheloru2019s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
5+ years of professional writing experience.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Strong understanding of technical concepts, e.g., cross-platform development, cloud data management, video processing pipelines, machine learning, cybersecurity.
Proven leadership experience.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Willingness to travel with some overnight stays



Preferred candidates will have experience working in the medical technology industry and/or in software development, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies. Familiarity with content management systems and version control tools is important, as is a strong attention to detailu2014especially the ability to identify orthographic inaccuracies in this job description, and remark on it in your cover letter. Additional strengths include expertise in technical illustration, video production, or other multimedia content creation, as well as experience localizing materials for a global audience.



**Physical Job Requirements**



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.u202f



**Benefits & Compensation**



**Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.



**About Medtronic**



We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.



Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (


We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.



Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.



We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.



**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. Thatu2019s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.



**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.



**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you willu2026


**Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
**Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities
**Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning



These commitments set our team apart from the rest:



**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.



**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.



**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, itu2019s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.



**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care



It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.



For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingu202fis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.



This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here ( .



For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.



If you need assistance completing your application please email



To request removal of your personal information from our systems please email

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youu2019ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.



**A Day in the Life**



The Digital Technologies Business Unit (DTBU) at Medtronic develops cloud, AI, and extended reality technologies for the operating room (OR) to augment surgical training and improve patient outcomes. Our goal is to deliver safer surgery around the world. Our Touch Surgeryu2122 solution is an innovative video management and data analytics platform for hospitals that allows surgeons, OR staff, and trainees to securely access videos of their procedures within minutes after surgery to review and learn from the case.



The Technical Communications team at Digital Technologies seeks a Technical Writing Manager to take on leadership of the team. In this role, you will lead a team of technical writers in creating clear, concise, user-centric documentation. You will oversee the development of various forms of technical content, such as release notes, newsletters, help articles, user guides, quick start guides, and technical specifications. You will collaborate with Engineers, Product Managers, Customer Success, Medical Liasions, and Marketing managers to transform complex technical concepts into simple, user-friendly materials that enhance the user experience for a global userbase.



This people management role is positioned within the Product Team at Medtronic Digital Technologies, and reports to the Senior Director of Product Development.



**Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:**



1- Team leadership


Manage, mentor, and develop a team of technical writers.
Set goals, responsibilities, and performance expectations for the team.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, flexible work environment that empowers everyone to do their best work.



2- Writing and editing


Create and maintain technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, usability, and consistency.
Review and edit team members' work for quality and adherence to style and branding guidelines.
Publish and distribute user-facing technical content that resolves user issues and communicates the value of our video solution.



3- Project Management


Plan and manage documentation projects to ensure completion within agreed timelines.
Prioritize tasks and allocate team resources effectively.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align documentation with product development cycles and broader corporate communications.



4- Content management


Update documentation continuously to reflect changes in product functionality.
Optimize information architecture to maximize discoverability and accessibility by users.
Monitor performance metrics of technical content to identify opportunities for improvement.



5- Process improvement


Develop and implement documentation standards, tools, and workflows.
Act as administrator for our content management system, email system, translation database, and other communication tools.
Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in the field of technical communications.



**Required Knowledge and Experience:**


Bacheloru2019s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
5+ years of professional writing experience.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Strong understanding of technical concepts, e.g., cross-platform development, cloud data management, video processing pipelines, machine learning, cybersecurity.
Proven leadership experience.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Willingness to travel with some overnight stays



Preferred candidates will have experience working in the medical technology industry and/or in software development, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies. Familiarity with content management systems and version control tools is important, as is a strong attention to detailu2014especially the ability to identify orthographic inaccuracies in this job description, and remark on it in your cover letter. Additional strengths include expertise in technical illustration, video production, or other multimedia content creation, as well as experience localizing materials for a global audience.



**Physical Job Requirements**



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.u202f



**Benefits & Compensation**



**Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.



**About Medtronic**



We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.



Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (


We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.



Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.



We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.



**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. Thatu2019s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.



**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.



**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you willu2026


**Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
**Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities
**Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning



These commitments set our team apart from the rest:



**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.



**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.



**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, itu2019s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.



**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care



It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.



For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingu202fis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.



This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here ( .



For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.



If you need assistance completing your application please email



To request removal of your personal information from our systems please email

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
**A Day in the Life**
The Digital Technologies Business Unit (DTBU) at Medtronic develops cloud, AI, and extended reality technologies for the operating room (OR) to augment surgical training and improve patient outcomes. Our goal is to deliver safer surgery around the world. Our Touch Surgery solution is an innovative video management and data analytics platform for hospitals that allows surgeons, OR staff, and trainees to securely access videos of their procedures within minutes after surgery to review and learn from the case.
The Technical Communications team at Digital Technologies seeks a Technical Writing Manager to take on leadership of the team. In this role, you will lead a team of technical writers in creating clear, concise, user-centric documentation. You will oversee the development of various forms of technical content, such as release notes, newsletters, help articles, user guides, quick start guides, and technical specifications. You will collaborate with Engineers, Product Managers, Customer Success, Medical Liasions, and Marketing managers to transform complex technical concepts into simple, user-friendly materials that enhance the user experience for a global userbase.
This people management role is positioned within the Product Team at Medtronic Digital Technologies, and reports to the Senior Director of Product Development.
**Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:**
1- Team leadership
+ Manage, mentor, and develop a team of technical writers.
+ Set goals, responsibilities, and performance expectations for the team.
+ Foster a collaborative, inclusive, flexible work environment that empowers everyone to do their best work.
2- Writing and editing
+ Create and maintain technical documentation, ensuring accuracy, usability, and consistency.
+ Review and edit team members' work for quality and adherence to style and branding guidelines.
+ Publish and distribute user-facing technical content that resolves user issues and communicates the value of our video solution.
3- Project Management
+ Plan and manage documentation projects to ensure completion within agreed timelines.
+ Prioritize tasks and allocate team resources effectively.
+ Collaborate cross-functionally to align documentation with product development cycles and broader corporate communications.
4- Content management
+ Update documentation continuously to reflect changes in product functionality.
+ Optimize information architecture to maximize discoverability and accessibility by users.
+ Monitor performance metrics of technical content to identify opportunities for improvement.
5- Process improvement
+ Develop and implement documentation standards, tools, and workflows.
+ Act as administrator for our content management system, email system, translation database, and other communication tools.
+ Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in the field of technical communications.
**Required Knowledge and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience.
+ 5+ years of professional writing experience.
+ Excellent writing and editing skills.
+ Strong understanding of technical concepts, e.g., cross-platform development, cloud data management, video processing pipelines, machine learning, cybersecurity.
+ Proven leadership experience.
+ Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
+ Willingness to travel with some overnight stays
Preferred candidates will have experience working in the medical technology industry and/or in software development, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies. Familiarity with content management systems and version control tools is important, as is a strong attention to detail-especially the ability to identify orthographic inaccuracies in this job description, and remark on it in your cover letter. Additional strengths include expertise in technical illustration, video production, or other multimedia content creation, as well as experience localizing materials for a global audience.
**Physical Job Requirements**
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 
**Benefits & Compensation**
**Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
**About Medtronic**
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here ( lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That's who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will.
+ **Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
+ **Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities
+ **Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, it's about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here ( .
For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.
If you need assistance completing your application please email
To request removal of your personal information from our systems please email

Devonshire Hayes has partnered with a fantastic organisation to help them secure a Digital Learning Specialist / IT Trainer - (Technical Writing / Training) to join their team. You will be tasked with the following, 

-  Write and maintain clear, plain-English documentation for our IT systems and processes.

- Publish and manage knowledge articles in our Help portal (both internal and customer-facing).

- Create “how-to” content (guides, FAQs, videos, tips) for tools like Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, and Teams.

- Run training sessions (in-person and online) to help colleagues build confidence with everyday tools.

- Develop training materials such as slides, quick reference cards, and e-learning modules.

- Experience in technical writing or IT training (ideally both).

- Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, SharePoint).

- Familiarity with Windows 10/11 desktops.

- Familiarity with Apple iOS devices.

This is a hybrid opportunity, you would be expected to work in the office 2 or 3 days per week.

**Job Overview**
Acts as Lead Medical Writer on any type of writing project, including projects with multiple deliverables/components. Prepares assigned documents in accordance with IQVIA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and customer requirements as well as to the agreed timelines. Performs senior review of all types of medical writing deliverables. Provides feedback and guidance to more junior staff. Negotiates timelines and discusses/resolves customer comments. Keeps abreast of current medical and/or technical writing/regulatory knowledge, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP), along with developments and advances in drug development/medical and/or technical writing.
**Essential Functions**
+ Take a leading role in preparing assigned documents, including, but not limited to, confirming the scope of the task, confirming templates and specifications, negotiating and adhering to timelines, organizing document reviews, communicating directly with the customer.
+ Plan and organize workload for assigned projects and tasks: identify project needs, track timelines and implement customer requests.
+ Use experience and initiative to tackle new/unusual document types and customer requirements.
+ Lead meetings on more challenging topics independently and act as point of contact for escalations and resolve conflict.
+ Participate in bid defense meetings and discussions.
+ May design training materials and input into generic training plans for staff. Proposes topics for and prepares and delivers knowledge-sharing sessions for the global team. May propose, plan and deliver general training on Medical Writing to other IQVIA groups and externally, as appropriate.
+ May act as Project Manager for a more complex but single Medical Writing project which includes Project Finance/Invoicing responsibilities.
+ Complete project finance activities, including monitoring and forecasting budgeted hours.
+ Independently propose, review and approve budgets and assumptions for a range of project types within remit.
+ May take on a partnership lead role.
+ Likely to represent region or site on a Medical Writing initiative or cross-functional initiative.
+ May draft new Medical Writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for review and act as reviewer for Medical Writing SOPs, as assigned and appropriate.
**Qualifications and Experience and Skills**
+ Bachelor's Degree n life sciences related discipline or related field required
+ Master's Degree in life sciences related discipline or related field preferred
+ Ph.D. in life sciences related discipline or related field preferred
+ Typically requires at least 7 years of highly relevant experience in regulatory writing and related competency levels.
+ In-depth knowledge of the structural and content requirements of clinical study reports (CSR), Common Technical Documents (CTD), protocols, and similar documents and ability to identify deficiencies, errors, and inconsistencies in a protocol or report.
+ Experienced in preparing CTDs and/or tackling new/unusual document types/customer requirements.
+ Good understanding of common statistical methods used in clinical trials and/or interpretation of their results.
+ Ability to effectively review a statistical analysis plan and to identify deficiencies, errors, and inconsistencies in statistical output
+ Ability to integrate, interpret, and summarize data from a variety of sources in a clear and concise manner.
+ Significant experience as a lead writer in preparing CSRs, CTDs and protocols, with consistently positive feedback from customers and colleagues.
+ In depth knowledge of drug development, medical writing, and associated regulations.
+ Good understanding of statistical principles and of medical terminology across a range of therapeutic areas.
**Skills and Abilities**
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills including grammatical/technical writing skills.
+ Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
+ Confident and effective communication and negotiation skills with customers and project managers.
+ Demonstrated ability to remain calm and assertive yet diplomatic in more challenging interactions with customers and colleagues.
+ Demonstrates initiative and sound judgement when faced with less familiar project/document situations or challenges.
+ Demonstrated abilities in collaboration with others and independent thought.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence others without having official authority.
+ Demonstrates good judgement in requesting input from senior staff.
+ Demonstrates confidence and maturity in most routine medical writing situations.
+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and customers.
+ Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects.
+ Ability to proactively evaluate risks and potential issues and seek solutions and discuss appropriately with colleagues and customers.
+ Confidence in appropriately challenging the customer when document quality or timelines are at risk.
+ Must be computer literate.
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**Job Function:**



Medical Affairs Group



**Job Sub** **Function:**



Medical Writing



**Job Category:**



Professional



**All Job Posting Locations:**



High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom



**Job Description:**



**Senior Analyst Regulatory Medical Writing, Immunology**



Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at


We are searching for the best talent for a **Senior Analyst Regulatory Medical Writing,** within Integrated Data Analytics & Reporting (IDAR), to join our diverse team of medical writers for immunology indications. **The role can be located High Wycombe, United Kingdom; Beerse, Belgium; Leiden, Netherlands; or Neuss, Germany.** Hybrid working is expected for applicants living within commutable distance of a J&J office (3 days onsite per week). Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis for those outside tenable commutable area, and if approved by the company.



_Are you ready to join our team? Then please read further!_



**You will be responsible for:**


Writing or coordinating clinical and regulatory documents such as, but not limited to, CSRs, IBs, protocols, summary documents, RMPs, regulatory responses, and briefing documents.
Leading cross-functional document planning and review meetings. Interacting with cross-functional colleagues on document content and champions MW processes and best practices. Responsible for establishing document timelines and strategies in accordance with internal processes, with some mentorship from functional management and clinical team, as needed.
Actively participating in or leading process working groups.
Coaching or mentoring more junior staff on document planning, processes, and content. Provides peer review as needed.



**Principal Relationships:**


Internal: manager, other writers cross-functional contacts (eg, clinical, regulatory, or biostatistical functions) involved in the preparation and planning of clinical documents.
External: May interact with or oversee day-to-day work by contractors or external service providers as needed under supervision. May collaborate with external partner company staff on codeveloped compounds.



**Qualifications / Requirements:**


A university/college degree in a scientific field is required. An advanced degree (eg, Masters, PhD, MD) is preferred.
At least 6 years of relevant pharmaceutical/scientific experience including at least 4 years of regulatory medical writing experience is required.



**Other:**


Recognizes how to best interpret, summarize, and present statistical and medical information to ensure quality and accuracy of content in all document types under general supervision.
Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential, together with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional global teams across time zones, requiring some flexibility in your daily routine.
Builds productive relationships with cross-functional team members.
Has strong leadership skills, both in project and process management as well as in time management (influencing, negotiating, assertiveness, taking initiative). Resolves complex problems under supervision.
Organizes time well, and demonstrates learning agility.



Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):


Belgium, Netherlands, Germany: R-
United Kingdom- Requisition Number: R-



Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.



**Benefits:**



Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.



The Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies maintain highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.



The employee will be eligible to participate in the Company sponsored employee benefit programs applicable to the country in which they are based. These may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, accident insurance, and group legal insurance.



Employees may be eligible to join in the Companyu2019s retirement plan (pension) or savings plan.



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