Associate Editor – Medical Communications

Join Prime as an Associate Editor - Medical Communications, a full-time position based in London, England, United Kingdom. You'll refine and develop compelling medical content that advances scientific communication and engagement with healthcare stakeholders.

Role Overview

This Associate Editor role sits at the heart of medical communications operations, where you'll elevate manuscript quality, research reporting, and stakeholder materials. Your expertise will ensure that complex medical information reaches its intended audience with accuracy, clarity, and regulatory compliance. Based in our London office, you'll work collaboratively across teams to deliver authoritative, audience-focused communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, edit, and refine medical manuscripts, journal articles, and communications materials for accuracy, clarity, and audience impact
• Collaborate with medical writers, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to strengthen content and messaging
• Ensure all materials meet regulatory standards and industry best practices for medical and pharmaceutical communication
• Manage editorial timelines, coordinate document versions, and liaise with internal and external partners
• Develop and apply house style guidelines, terminology standards, and quality benchmarks across projects
• Support the growth and evolution of communications outputs and editorial programmes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, English, communications, or a related discipline
• Proven experience editing medical, scientific, or technical content in a professional setting
• Strong command of English grammar, style, and editorial conventions
• Familiarity with medical terminology, pharmaceutical regulation, and industry compliance requirements
• Excellent project management and organisational skills with proven ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proficiency in editing software and content management systems

Why Join Prime

As an Associate Editor at Prime, you'll shape medical communications that inform healthcare professionals and advance scientific dialogue. This full-time, London-based role offers the opportunity to develop your editorial expertise within a professional environment committed to excellence in medical science communication. You'll contribute to meaningful work that bridges complex science and stakeholder understanding, collaborating with colleagues who share your commitment to clarity and compliance.

Next Steps

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