Experienced medical writer - publications - USA

Amiculum•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Amiculum is seeking an experienced medical writer based in an eligible U.S. state to join its team and support a fast-growing global publications account focused on developments in oncology. The role involves creating accurate, engaging scientific content and delivering it through a variety of communication channels. The writer will provide scientific expertise for medical communications projects, especially publications such as abstracts, posters, and manuscripts, while maintaining knowledge of client products and the wider therapy area. The successful candidate will help ensure quality and consistency across deliverables, build long-term relationships with clients and medical experts, collaborate with internal teams, and contribute ideas and strategic opportunities to support account growth. Amiculum describes itself as a flexible and inclusive employer that supports creativity, professional development, and collaboration. Applicants must be based in the USA, have the right to work there, and reside in Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, or Texas. A résumé and cover letter are required.

Requirements

Strong academic background in life sciences.
At least 2–3 years of experience as a medical writer supporting publications in a healthcare communications agency.
Excellent storytelling abilities and the ability to transform complex science into clear, accurate, engaging content.
Strong scientific writing skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to communicate verbally in an engaging and confident manner.
Enthusiasm for collaborating with colleagues and working as part of a team.
Ability to remain calm under pressure, manage multiple projects in parallel, and meet agreed deadlines.
Confidence to make decisions and drive projects forward.
Must be based in the USA in one of the listed eligible states and have the right to work there.
Applicants must submit a résumé and cover letter.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver high-quality scientific content for a fast-paced, growing global publications account.
Provide clients with scientific expertise on medical communications projects, with a focus on publications including abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of client products and the wider therapy area.
Ensure high quality and consistency across multiple deliverables.
Establish and build positive, long-term relationships with client teams and medical experts.
Build collaborative partnerships across internal teams.
Contribute to account growth through proactive idea generation and identification of strategic opportunities.