Overview

Role: Analyst/Medical Writer at Costello Medical. This is a full-time, permanent position based at our Global Headquarters in Cambridge, with options to work from our London, Manchester or Bristol offices. Start dates from September 2025 onwards; you will indicate availability on your application. Salary: £39,000 per annum within established salary bands. Benefits include discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year, hybrid and flexible working options, generous holiday allowance, private medical insurance, critical illness cover, income protection, full funding for external training and more.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis of clinical trial data and create materials for different audiences in various formats
• Collaborate with clients, including teleconferences and face-to-face meetings with external stakeholders
• Support project management and client communication alongside experienced colleagues
• Work on several projects in different disease areas at any one time
• Engage with different teams within the company to develop a broad understanding of service offerings and clients

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in a scientific discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent). Postgraduate qualifications (minimum 2.1 or equivalent) are advantageous but not required. Applications welcome from diverse specialisms (e.g., biology, chemistry, pharmacy, medicine)
• Experience planning and writing scientific documents (lab reports, dissertations, posters, articles, peer-reviewed publications, regulatory documents, etc.)
• A self-motivated, eager learner with genuine interest in healthcare and strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical, organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple projects
• Exceptional written English and effective verbal communication; ability to tailor communication to varied audiences
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to share knowledge and take ownership of work and development
• Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Starting salary of £39,000 per annum with discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank and public holidays; holiday buy/sell scheme
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home for up to half of working time after probation; during probation, up to 1 day per week from home
• Flexible benefits scheme including cash payments and additional pension contributions
• Private Medical Insurance with comprehensive cover
• Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications
• Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection and Life Assurance
• Paid and unpaid sabbaticals based on length of service

Application Process

You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. Your cover letter should explain why you are suited to the role with examples; your CV should clearly state dates of qualifications and grades. The process includes proofreading and a written assessment; successful candidates will be invited to an interview with a short presentation. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. We provide guidance regarding the use of AI for applications and remind applicants not to rely solely on AI-generated materials for submissions.

Visa Sponsorship

Due to Skilled Worker visa regulations, eligibility for visa sponsorship is limited to: New Entrant status (under 26, currently studying in the UK or a recent UK graduate), or possession of a PhD in a STEM subject or a PhD relevant to the Analyst/Medical Writer role. You will be asked to provide details of your right to work in the UK as part of your application.

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