HealthComms Careers

We loved connecting with Imperial College students yesterday via our talk ‘A life in Healthcare Communications’.   Joined by Sarah Thomas, Carolyn Tubby and Jodie Martin from IPG Health, along with Amir H. Kelishadi from Syneos Health. They shared insights into the various roles available, the skills recruiters are looking for, and the type of projects healthcare communicators work on day to day.   It was great to receive so many questions from the students who attended and to highlight the exciting career opportunities in healthcare communications.   A big thank you to all the speakers, IPG Health and Syneos Health, for supporting the talk and to Alex Ashbee and Mark Allen at the Imperial College London careers team for organising our session.   If you work in a careers or employability service at a UK University and would like us to talk to your student community about careers in Healthcare Communications, please email info@healthcomms.careers to learn more. Take a look at our website if you are interested in starting your career: https://bit.ly/43aVZxS #HealthcareCommunications #Pharma #Outreach #LifeSciences #UKUniversities #CareerAdvisors #StudentEngagement #Graduates #GraduateJobs

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Check out the second part of Claude Junior Cheta’s Healthcare Communications career story. ➡ How would you describe your role? As a Junior Project Manager, I observe and learn from pharmaceutical leaders and senior directors as they craft strategic plans. These plans guide us through every stage of the pharmaceutical product lifecycle. My role involves implementing these plans, monitoring progress, measuring success, and reporting on key outcomes. ➡ What has been the highlight of your career in Healthcare Communications? One of the most rewarding projects I've worked on involved recruiting patients for a global cancer clinical trial. As a global trial, the challenge was to create content that was both universally understood and directive. The results showed that we successfully achieved both aims, exceeding average click-through rates and driving engagement across diverse audiences. ➡ What skills are most important in your role, and how do you use them in your work?   Communication - it's essential to communicate the project's vision clearly, manage changes, and interpret the underlying needs of stakeholders. Adaptability - no two days are the same, so flexibility is key to managing the demands of a fast-paced environment. Organisation - managing multiple moving parts is a key aspect of the role. Arranging projects into a system or a comprehensive workflow/ tracker will help you communicate this to your teams and understand when you need to take action. ➡ What are your future career goals?   As an advocate for diversity and inclusion within healthcare communications, I am developing skills to leverage digital channels to drive diversity among clinical trial participants and ensure that disease awareness campaigns feature inclusive messaging and visibility. ➡ What do you love about working in Healthcare Communications?   No two days are the same. You wake up knowing that your work will help improve someone's quality of life, and finish the day not only having achieved that, but also having learned how to better connect with healthcare professionals, patients, and society to communicate complex science ➡ What advice would you give someone looking to start their career in Healthcare Communications? Ask questions. Everyone has a story and a journey. We are lucky we can communicate; why not leverage this by learning from others? You never know what you may learn until you start asking questions. Be aware and understand the basics. A strong foundation will give you everything you need to take your next step confidently. Are you ready to start your career in Healthcare Communications? Explore our list of organisations to help you search for a job. View the list here: https://bit.ly/4a8zX0W Many thanks to Claude Junior Cheta for sharing his career story. #HealthcareCommunications #PharmaCareers #GraduateJobs #LifeSciences

Entry level job opportunity - start your career in Healthcare Communications! Porterhouse Medical is a global insight-led healthcare communications agency. They partner with leading pharmaceutical companies worldwide, helping them connect with healthcare professionals and patients globally with the shared goal of enhancing lives. They are recruiting for an Account Executive to join the client services team in their Reading office. Key responsibilities include: Collaborating with an Account Director to understand client and healthcare professional's needs, translating these into high-quality medical communication solutions. Proactively manage and complete projects on time, coordinating with internal teams to ensure solutions are delivered to the highest standard. To quickly grasp new therapy areas, build client confidence, identify business growth opportunities, and establish strong client relationships, including attending UK and overseas meetings. Vacancy summary: Organisation: Porterhouse Medical Role: Account Executive Location: Reading, RG1 2TH, UK Contract: Permanent position Who are they looking to recruit? Graduates with a life science, English or business/marketing degree (or similar). A bachelor’s degree (2:1 or higher), strong literacy and numeracy skills, and excellent attention to detail Application: CV and cover letter Please note that if you require a visa to work in the UK, Porterhouse Medical will unfortunately not be able to consider your application. To find out more about the vacancy and how to apply, click here: https://lnkd.in/eJYpXrfr #HealthcareCommunications #PharmaCareers #AccountExecutive #LifeSciences #GraduateJobs

Meet Claude Junior Cheta, a Junior Account Executive. As part of our career stories series, Claude has shared his journey in healthcare communications and what he does in his role. Here's part one of his story! ➡ How did you hear about Healthcare Communications? During my industrial placement at Takeda UK and Ireland, I first learned about the PM Society and its resources and support for professionals in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. After returning to university, I was curious to learn more, which led me to attend the 2023 Careers event. At the event, I met Amir (European Talent Lead at Syneos Health), who introduced me to the healthcare communications side of the pharmaceutical industry. From our conversation, I realised that working in an agency would expose me to the wide range of activities healthcare agencies deliver and would be a great place to start my career.   ➡ What area of Healthcare communications do you work in?   I work in public relations, blending creativity with data-driven insights to craft impactful stories. I create communications that enhance understanding of health issues and treatments while shaping perceptions among key stakeholders. I contribute to campaigns that raise disease awareness or share insightful scientific information with healthcare professionals. I've worked on thought leadership campaigns that help organisations convey their vision to the public. I have also leveraged celebrity engagement to reach wider audiences, using well-known figures to address important healthcare issues in a relatable way. ➡ What does a typical day at work look like?   My day revolves around translating complex medical data into clear, impactful messages that resonate with both healthcare professionals and the public. A dedicated account team supports each client, and I work closely with my assigned teams to achieve strategic objectives. My typical day is fast-paced and collaborative. I start by checking in with my teams or the client to provide status updates, then identify key priorities and areas for progress. This often involves delivering creative assets, developing messaging for new campaigns, and creating patient-focused content. I also liaise with the advertising and creative teams to ensure our goals are clear and aligned, enabling us to deliver the best results for our clients. If you are looking to start your career in Healthcare communications, you can find out more here: https://bit.ly/43aVZxS #HealthcareCommunications #PharmaCareers #GraduateCareers #CareerStories

Are you ready to start your career in Healthcare Communications? Explore our list of organisations to help you search for a job! View the list here: https://bit.ly/4a8zX0W #HealthcareCommunications #PharmaCareers #MedComms #LifeSciences #Pharma #MedicalWriting

Work experience opportunity! Say Communications specialises in integrated communications; they run impactful campaigns aimed at influencing behaviour for better health outcomes. Throughout the year, they provide hands-on work experience where participants can gain insights into the day-to-day activities of PR and communications. You'll gain experience in a range of pharmaceutical, medtech, nutrition, and consumer healthcare accounts and contribute to initiatives involving media relations, multi-channel content development, patient and stakeholder engagement and event management. Work placement details: Location: Hybrid. Three days in the Wimbledon, London office and two days at home Duration: 4 weeks When: One placement is available every month Eligibility: Open to anyone with a passion for healthcare and communications who is social media savvy, fluent in English, and ideally is studying for a relevant degree. While a science degree is beneficial, it’s not essential – a keen interest in healthcare is key Remuneration: This is an unpaid voluntary role, but travel expenses will be reimbursed Placements during the Easter, Summer, and Christmas holidays are in high demand, so do apply early. Find out more about the workplace placement programme at Say Communications here: https://bit.ly/4dSlM1C #HealthcareCommunications #WorkPlacement #PR #Communications #Students #WorkExperience

We had a great time at the University of Leicester yesterday meeting lots of students at their STEM careers fair. Thank you to Lorraine Walters from Say Communications and Nicole Dexter from IPG Health for joining us and sharing the areas of healthcare communications their organisations specialise in. #LifeSciences #HealthcareCommunications #PharmaCareers

Yesterday, we had an action-packed evening at the Imperial College London, King's College London, and UCL Life Sciences careers event. We had a great time speaking to students about the exciting opportunities in healthcare communications and how it might be the perfect career for blending their love of science with creativity. A big thank you to Simi Ayeniyegbe from 90TEN, Maryam Ejaz and Ryan Tattersfield from Alchemist Consulting Ltd for joining us and offering valuable insights and tips for breaking into the sector. To learn more about Healthcare Communications, click here: https://bit.ly/43aVZxS #HealthcareCommunications #MedComms #Pharma #LifeSciences #CareersFairs

Costello Medical is now accepting applications for their Analyst/Medical Writer Internships Programme, offering an excellent opportunity for current students and recent graduates in the sciences to gain hands-on experience in healthcare communications. Key Details: Locations: Cambridge, London, or Manchester Duration: 3 or 6 months Start dates: January, April, July and September 2025 Stipend: £2,150 per month Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but apply as soon as possible as vacancies are limited For more information and to apply, click here: https://lnkd.in/ehB5QBER #Internship #HealthcareCommunications #LifeSciences #PharmaCareers #MedicalWriting