Collaborators & Careers
To run our events, we collaborate with many companies and industry experts. Here you can find a little bit of information about them as well as any job opportunities they are offering.
Opportunities
Medical Writing Competition
Unlock Your Potential in Science Communication
Discover the power of words in shaping medical innovation. The North West Biotech Initiative’s Medical Writing Competition is your chance to explore the dynamic field of medical communication, showcase your writing skills, and gain invaluable experience in a growing industry.
What’s in It for You?
1. Practical Experience:
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Develop skills in translating complex scientific research into engaging and accessible content.
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Learn how to craft articles, summaries, and reports tailored to diverse audiences.
2. Mentorship Opportunities:
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Receive feedback from professionals in the field of medical writing and communication.
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Enhance your writing style through tailored advice from experts.
3. Networking:
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Connect with industry leaders and potential employers.
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Collaborate with like-minded peers passionate about science and communication.
4. Recognition
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Get featured on NWBI’s official platforms, showcasing your talent to a broad audience.
4. Prizes & Recognition:
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Stand a chance to win £600 and Medical and Scientific Communications Masterclass at the VMLY&R Health offices
Who Can Participate?
Students and early-career professionals from eligible fields, e.g., life sciences, medicine, biochemistry, or related areas who are passionate about science communication.
How to Apply
1. Register: Fill out the registration form.
2. Submit Your Work: Share your medical writing piece.
3. Deadline: Ensure your submission is in by the deadline.
Why Medical Writing Matters
Medical writers play a crucial role in the scientific community, bridging the gap between researchers, clinicians, and the public. Whether creating patient education materials, regulatory documents, or articles for medical journals, this field offers diverse career paths and the chance to make a real impact.
Join the Competition and Start Your Journey Today!
[Register Here]
Our Collaborators
Masood Entrepreneurship Centre
MEC is the focal point for enterprise and entrepreneurship for all students, recent graduates and staff at The University of Manchester. MEC's vision is to build an entrepreneurial ecosystem that nurtures the next generation of outstanding innovators and supports the development of start-up businesses to achieve economic and societal benefit worldwide. In addition to taught units, they offer a range of co-curricular activities, including competitions, speaker events, workshops, and start-up support programmes for students with ambitions to learn or launch their ideas.
REMAP Consulting
Remap Consulting stands as a distinguished consultancy specializing in pharmaceutical pricing, reimbursement, and market access. Our approach is rooted in evidence, offering a comprehensive strategy to optimize product pricing and patient access for our clients. We proudly collaborate with a diverse clientele, ranging from top 10 pharmaceutical giants to innovative startups, engaging in an array of pivotal projects, market access training, and product launches.
VML
“At VMLY&R Health, our mission is to make science meaningful. We use brand marketing principles to connect the clinical evidence about a pharmaceutical therapeutic to the human experience of living with a disease or condition, through targeted communication campaigns. By educating healthcare professionals, patients, policy-makers, and payers, our goal is to break down the barriers to access and help patients get the best treatment for them. Our team of medical writers is here tonight if you want to learn more about the work we do.”
