Principal Medical Writer
Real Chemistry · Edinburgh - UK; London - UK; Manchester - UK
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 78 days Real Chemistry's roles stay open a median of 79 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 76% of Real Chemistry's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Real Chemistry
- high 78 stale, 5 reposted of 78 open
- Hiring momentum
- 149 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Real Chemistry's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Real Chemistry.
About this role
As a Principal Medical Writer at Real Chemistry, you will co-lead the creation of high-quality medical content across various therapy areas while managing and mentoring writing teams. You will act as the primary contact for clients, providing strategic insights and ensuring the accuracy and quality of deliverables. This role involves collaborating with clients and internal teams to elevate project outcomes and implementing AI in new initiatives.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Real Chemistry as an employer.
What you need
- Previous experience of medical writing at an SMW level or above
- Experience managing medical writers and interacting regularly with clients
- A profound understanding of healthcare, science, medicine, and the pharmaceutical industry
- A high level of academic achievement
- Personable and articulate with the ability to nurture relationships
What you get
- Comprehensive benefit program and perks
- Free snacks in the office
- Generous holiday and paid time off
- Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans
- Support in saving for the future
- Mental wellness coaching and support
Worth weighing
- No specific salary listed
- Hybrid work arrangements may vary by role and location
- In-person attendance required two days per week for employees within a one-hour commute of an office
- Some teams have office-based requirements while others may allow remote work
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Listed by Real Chemistry on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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