WORD MONSTER - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Account Director
- Account Director - Operations
With over 8 years of agency experience in the Medical advertising and communications field, I've cultivated a diverse skill set. My educational background includes a degree in Media Arts and an MA in Curating contemporary design, complemented by pharmaceutical experience gained during my academic journey. This distinctive blend of qualifications has equipped me with a broad spectrum of expertise, and I take pride in my exceptional project management skills, which have enabled me to deliver various projects ranging from training courses and congress stands to symposia materials. What truly drives me is the synergy of successful teamwork and the satisfaction of both my team and clients. There's nothing more fulfilling than achieving collective success in a positive and uplifting working environment.
I am a driven, dedicated, and ambitious person, and feel that I reflect this in all areas of my life. I am constantly looking for a new challenge and the next project, I firmly believe this is what keeps me going and moving onwards and upwards. I also pride myself on developing and maintaining a happy, supported, and dedicated team; throughout my development in the pharmaceutical marketing and advertising industry, this is something I value equally alongside successful client-side projects.
I thrive on effective communication amongst a team to increase productivity and achieve brand goals and I have worked alongside established brands, re-brands, and newly launched products primarily in the pharmaceutical industry. The red tape of this industry has made me tenacious, determined, and creative due to the complexity of delivering in this environment, and more than anything I enjoy the challenge.
Job Titles:
- Account Director
- Account Director - Operations
Being passionate about science, I completed a BSc in Biomedical Science. Realising the lab wasn't me for me, I undertook a Masters in Integrated Bioscience with Business, uncovering my appetite for medical communications, the perfect balance of science and business. With over 8 years of agency experience spanning med comms, healthcare advertising and consumer advertising, I leverage insights from the world of FMCG to deliver high-level projects. My diverse portfolio of projects includes complex slide decks, award winning brand campaigns, patient and HCP website creation, design of exhibition stands and running virtual events. I've also worked across a multitude of therapy areas including addiction, CKD, epilepsy, IBD and prostate cancer. I relish the opportunity to immerse myself in new therapy areas, creating robust strategies and utilising seamless project management skills to deliver projects that improve the improve patients' lives.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Principal Medical Writer
- Principal Medical Writer - Medical Writing
Anthea is an experienced medical writer with almost 10 years in the industry. She has been part of loads of great projects, covering everything from virtual/augmented reality educational activities to large websites for international teams and apps that diagnose cats in pain. Outside of work, you might spot her on a korfball pitch or growing vegetables on a community allotment (or wondering if she needs to get some cooler hobbies!).
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
While pursuing an MSc in Oncology, I realized that I belonged typing away at a keyboard instead of at the workbench. So, I applied my background in Biomedical Sciences to the field of Medical Communications, starting my first job in 2021. Throughout my journey as a medical writer, I've written a range of medical and public awareness materials (promotional and non-promotional congress materials, e-mails, eDetails, slide decks, leave aids, websites, video scripts, ad boards) and participated in the delivery of marketing and medical affairs campaigns for different brands. Though I have worked across many other therapy areas, most of my experience spans oncology, immunology, and diabetes, and these are therapy areas I'm quite passionate about. As an avid learner and curious writer, I'm happy to take on any challenge that comes my way, and keen on creating content that patients, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders can easily read, understand and, most importantly, remember.
Job Titles:
- Office Administrator
- Office Administrator - Operations
Like most millennials, I've always had a fascination with the power of social media. I started working as a social media manager in 2018, originally for a local chilli farm! My favourite subject in school was medical science, so seeing an opportunity appear at Word Monster was like a calling!
Job Titles:
- Editorial Director
- Member of the Editorial Team
- Editorial Director - Operations
I've been copywriting professionally for over 15 years, 10 of those writing for healthcare clients. I have worked across many disease areas, and have a particular interest in rare diseases. My passion is communicating complex information with easy to digest, compelling and persuasive copy and then crafting it to suit a range of channels. Whether that's a sales aid, an internal training deck or a full, patient-facing website.
I have extensive experience designing and project managing creative and digital projects, including advertising campaigns, websites, apps, online advertising, SEO campaigns and virtual/augmented reality experiences. This expertise means I can offer a unique service to my clients, both writing for specific platforms and suggesting suitable routes forward.
I've held a number of roles, including Account Director and Digital Lead, making the leap to freelance writing in August 2018. It was during this time that I had the opportunity to work with Word Monster and I fell in love with their culture, life-first ethos and amazing work. So it's an absolute joy to be joining the team!
In my spare time, I'm a professional children's author, with two book series currently in development. I also recently launched the first book in my Rare Disease Club series, which is designed to help parents of children with rare diseases to explain what's happening inside their bodies and why they might need to visit the hospital more regularly. I enjoy spending my time roaming the Yorkshire countryside with my wife and daughter, listening out for lapwings.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Founder
- Global Head Monster
- Global Head Monster - Operations
I live with a curious mind and a knack for precision. I never went looking for science. Science found me, and we became besties. Life in the lab was a blast: the experiments, the friendships, the writing - it's where my attention to detail became second to none. Medical writing was meant for me the moment I saw it. A way to take the best from my PhD in Biomedical Sciences: the learning, the creativity, the words. I spent many moons harvesting knowledge on a thesaurus of therapy areas - including endocrinology, ophthalmology, dermatology, respiratory, infectious disease, vaccines, haematology, gastroenterology, mental health - and applying them to all kinds of technical and creative materials across the realms of medical affairs and marketing. As a medical writer turned agency CEO, I've built our services from a writer's perspective, allowing the writing and our writers to take centre stage. It's how we provide our clients with the most powerful medical communications services known to healthcare. Author bio
With a PhD in Biomedical Sciences, two other life science degrees, medical education and advertising agency experience - all totalling 15 years - I can take a brief and produce wonderful words to suit any audience; be it doctor, nurse, patient, parent or professor.
I've developed expertise across a wide range of therapy areas including ophthalmology, diabetes, asthma, COPD, psoriasis, infectious disease, vaccines, haematology, gastroenterology, iron deficiency anaemia, schizophrenia, BPH, neuropathic pain, testosterone deficiency syndrome, overactive bladder syndrome and HIV.
I'm driven and motivated. I find it easy to get on with people from all walks of life. I like to listen to others, but also enjoy taking the lead. I'm confident, committed and passionate about healthcare communications. Some might say I like a challenge, from 20-mile assault courses through to being a father of three.
Job Titles:
- Principal Medical Writer
- Principal Medical Writer Monster Academy Lead
- Principal Medical Writer Monster Academy Lead - Medical Writing
I am a Principal Medical Writer with a passion for education. After delving into the epigenetics of adrenal tumours during my PhD, my enthusiasm for medicine, combined with a love for sharing knowledge, led me through diverse roles-from a post-doc in industry to university lecturing and teaching. This journey ultimately led me into the wonderful world of med comms. My extensive medical writing experience spans agency, in-house, and the NHS. I've honed my skills across diverse materials, from slide decks and peer-reviewed publications to website copy and patient materials. My specialist therapy areas include genetic medicine, oncology, immunology, and cardiology. Right now, I fuse my medical writing and teaching expertise to head up the Monster Academy. I take pride in developing vibrant, dynamic learning experiences to upskill both individuals and teams in medical writing, whilst empowering writers to foster a growth mindset.
My passion in the field of biomedical science is rooted in genetics. I completed a PhD investigating the epigenetics of adrenal cancer and subsequently worked in immunology as a postdoctoral research scientist, analysing clinical trials for a new diagnostic assay.
Imparting knowledge and sharing my love of science steered me into university lecturing, teaching and scientific communications. I gained valuable experience from my years working for the NHS, where I developed resources for healthcare professionals and patients, helping to disseminate advances in genomic medicine. More recently, I worked within the scientific communications department of an in vitro diagnostic company; as a Medical Science Liaison I had responsibility for developing a range of materials focused on haematological malignancies and primary immunodeficiencies.
Ultimately, I love the satisfaction of seeing the final product I have created, whether it be a written manuscript or resources developed from dissecting a detailed paper and transforming it into engaging and easily digestible content. I am now enjoying producing a variety of written materials that comes with working in an innovative healthcare communications agency.
Job Titles:
- Senior Medical Writer
- Senior Medical Writer SEO Lead
- Senior Medical Writer SEO Lead - Medical Writing
While completing my B Biotechnology (First Class Honours) and a PhD in Molecular Microbiology at the University of Technology, Sydney, I fell madly in love with science communication, dedicating all my spare time to teaching and promoting science to everyone. Throughout my writing adventures, I have worked on a range of materials from slide decks and e-learning modules to peer-reviewed publications, congress materials and website copy. I am passionate about using SEO to ensure web-based medical and scientific content seen and understood by all. My specialist therapy areas include microbiology, infectious diseases, and immunology - but what I love most about medical writing is the opportunity to learn about new areas of research. I live to take complex scientific information and transform it into an understandable and memorable story that causes a change in the way people think about and use science.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
After graduating from the Royal Veterinary College, London, Hannah spent over a decade working as a small animal veterinarian. Then she undertook a PhD where she studied the clinical effects of snake bites in dogs and began lecturing in veterinary anatomy. During this time, she discovered a true passion for scientific storytelling, inspiring her to step out of the consulting room and into the world of medical writing.
Hannah has experience with a broad range of therapy areas and diseases, including acute kidney injury, coagulopathies, and cardiotoxicity. Her background in veterinary medicine and surgery as well as research and teaching makes Hannah a versatile writer who thrives on translating complex concepts into digestible information for different audiences.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
I found my way to Med Comms after my DPhil (in organic chemistry/chemical biology) at the University of Oxford, looking for a way to continue communicating science that fascinates me without having to run another silica purification in pharmaceutical drug discovery. During my writing career thus far, I have synthesised some slide decks, catalysed some clinical trial informed consent forms, and analysed some advisory boards. Oh, and vaporised some Veeva. The therapy area closest to my heart is antimicrobial resistance, and the impending threat for us all in modern healthcare from the beastly bugs. My specialty is writing for any audience, making the core message engaging, understandable, and digestible. I love to throw a bit of design in on the side where possible.
I have always loved writing, and communicating science to a variety of audiences is something I've found rewarding and worthwhile during my career thus far. I trained as a synthetic organic chemist, completing a MChem at the University of Southampton, followed by a DPhil at the University of Oxford in organic chemistry/chemical biology on antimicrobials. Before becoming a medical writer, I worked for two years as a pharmaceutical chemist in a CRO, with lots of troubleshooting and patent writing!
I love to participate in STEM outreach and have been able to take up lots of opportunities for teaching and demonstrating to school students and the public. I am excited to communicate high-level science in many different formats and continue building expertise about disease areas.
In my spare time you can find me playing RPGs, reading graphic novels, or listening to music.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
After reading through what felt like an endless amount of journal articles during my PhD, the ones that really stood out to me were well-curated with visually appealing figures (and scientifically sound data of course). This developed my love for scientific storytelling. Immediately after completing my PhD in breast cancer, I continued to work as a postdoctoral researcher in the field of oncology. Whilst I enjoyed being on the cutting-edge of oncology research, I decided to shift away from academia and stumbled my way into the world of Med Comms. I've been lucky enough to work on some exciting projects. I am excited that I can use my research and written skills in a space that allows for more creativity, whilst also giving me the opportunity to learn about a broad range of therapy areas. The life-first culture that is the heart of Word Monster has allowed me to do more of what I love.
Job Titles:
- Principal Medical Writer
- Principal Writing Monster
- Principal Writing Monster - Medical Writing
Biology was a fascination to me throughout school, which led me to eventually complete a PhD and post-doctoral research at the University of Manchester. Crafting stories from my own scientific research was perhaps more rewarding than my findings were! I've worked on countless therapy areas over the years, including cystic fibrosis, CVD, haematology, oncology and virology. I've been lucky to be involved in a mix of projects, including standalone meetings and symposia; peer-to-peer educational programmes; congress materials; advisory boards; salesforce training materials, and publications. Despite being in the industry for some time, I still love learning about all aspects of healthcare, building lasting relationships and the satisfaction of seeing my content come to life.
Biology was one of my favourite subjects at school and led me down a long path experiencing the highs and lows of academia, where I eventually ended up working as a post-doctoral researcher in Manchester. I was struggling to visualise a long-term career for myself in this setting, so sought out entry-level jobs in medical writing.
Fast forward 11 years and my passion for wordsmithing, grammar pedantry, and all things scientific and strategic hasn't waned. I love learning about new therapies, creating impactful content and interrogating the brief to do the best job possible. Saying that, I still can't seem to articulate to friends and family what I do for a living. I don't think there is one single definition for a medical writer - our skills are countless. And anyhow, it makes me feel like Chandler Bing, which, upon reflection, is disappointing…
Job Titles:
- Principal Medical Writer
- Principal Writing Monster
- Principal Writing Monster - Medical Writing
When I kept nodding off in front of the flow cytometer during my PhD, I realised I needed a change of scenery! Yearning for a role blending my love of science and writing, I stumbled into Med Comms. My Med Comms journey began at a top medical education agency, where I unearthed my passion for creativity and the written word. Transitioning to healthcare advertising, I developed my skills in creative and conceptual copywriting. Since then, I've gained experience across the spectrum of medical writing. With a rich background, I've spearheaded campaigns in diverse therapy areas, from anaemia to medical aesthetics, reproductive health, and type 1 diabetes. I am deeply passionate about making every piece of writing clear, compelling, and kind, ensuring our clients receive meaningful and forward-thinking solutions.
When I kept nodding off at the flow cytometer, I realised that a life in the lab wasn't for me. Luckily my PhD supervisor praised my natural writing style, and I realised I had a coveted skill that didn't come easily to a lot of people. I learnt about med comms through a postgrad careers event and the choice was easy. When I finished my PhD in 2013, I packed my bags, crossed the River Severn and started a new life in London as a junior medical writer.
Since then I've accrued nearly 7 years' experience in medical education and advertising, working across a range of therapy areas from narcolepsy to erectile dysfunction. I've been a part of a dizzying number of projects, from symposia slides to disease awareness campaigns. My work has taken me to ad boards in Bologna, photoshoots in Peckham and even lunchtime meetings in Luton. There's never been a dull moment!
The thing I love most about my job is being able to take a complicated/convoluted message and turn it into something that resonates with the reader. This is especially important in pharma, as the right messaging can truly effect meaningful change. To me, there is nothing more satisfying than helping our clients achieve this.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
After finishing my PhD in Regenerative Medicine at the University of Leeds, where I had broad experience across academia, industry, and the clinic, I kickstarted my career in Med Comms here at Word Monster. Since joining the writing team, I have worked on multiple therapy areas across many projects from promotional websites and branding to e-learning modules and congress materials. My experience spans across haematology, toxicology, and musculoskeletal disease, as well as being our in-house engineer with my knowledge in tissue engineering and orthopaedics. My passion lies in promoting positive change and impact through my work by delivering accessible scientific content tailored to the target audience.
From academia to med comms - a common theme for many medical writers. For me, I had grown tired of laboratory work and the pressure that came with failed experiments. As my PhD came to an end, I found that I still had a passion for research, but academia wasn't for me. My writing time away from the laboratory was what I enjoyed most and led me to the world of med comms!
My PhD was based on haemophilia and the musculoskeletal complications associated with the disease. This was the perfect project for me coming from a biomedical background. Since high school, I wanted to be a scientist. After completing a BSc in Biomedical Science, I went on to complete a MSc in Industrial Biotechnology as well as a brief stint in the biologics industry. Throughout my studies I found an interest in toxicology and regenerative medicine, which led me to my PhD combined with another MSc in Tissue Engineering.
Now I am a part of the Word Monster team as an Associate Medical Writer and looking forward to the med comms journey ahead of me. I am passionate about having a positive impact through my work and at Word Monster I can do this for our clients, their customers and the wider population
Job Titles:
- Publications Lead
- Senior Medical Writer Publications Lead
- Senior Medical Writer Publications Lead - Medical Writing
I completed my PhD in regenerative neuroscience and then went on to post-doc in an oncology lab for 4 years, but I quickly realised I wasn't quite "green-fingered" enough for lab work. What I truly loved was the scientific story telling! Over my career as a medical publications writer, I've written manuscripts and congress materials on asthma, schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, CVD, HIV and BPD. I've worked across everything from Phase I-III trials, pharmacokinetics studies, patient and physician surveys/HEOR, plain language summaries, patient education materials, to podcast manuscripts. I am a Certified Medical Publication Professional (CMPP™), committed to upholding the values of transparency and good ethical conduct in medical publications. While I love getting stuck into the data and the hard-core science, I believe that with the right approach, medical research findings can (and should!) be accessible to everyone.
I have a PhD and a Masters in neuroscience, with a focus on cellular regeneration strategies for the treatment of multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injury. After graduating, I worked as a post-doctoral researcher for 4 years, working in cancer metabolism and tumour microenvironment in pancreatic cancer. As much as I loved the science, I eventually had to admit that I just didn't have the magic, nor the pipetting skills, to be able to produce perfectly loaded Western blots. I knew that I wanted to stay in science but it took a bit of self-reflection and figuring out the things that I was good at before I set my sights on a career in med-comms. Almost 4 years later, I'm still here and still loving the opportunities for continual growth and development that med-comms brings.
I've had the chance to work on COPD, asthma, schizophrenia, depression, and borderline personality disorder so it's safe to say that my research interests are pretty diverse, and I enjoy the challenge of gettng stuck into a new therapy area and immersing myself in the literature. Pubs are my thing… manuscripts, posters, abstracts, PLS… ! I've worked on several high-profile pubs accounts in the past, covering preclinical studies all the way through to Phase III trials, with review articles, graphical abstracts, and an avalanche of congress work thrown in for good measure. I love seeing the data come to life, and being part of the process of forming a story that has the potential to influence real-life decision making in healthcare. I'm also passionate about patient/caregiver education and involvement in research as well as the publica on process and I'm excited to see how the publications industry continues to develop over the next few years to be more inclusive of the patient voice.
Away from my desk, I'm just trying to live my best mum-life spending as much time as I can with my family, preferably in the Great Outdoors! Special interests in cooking, gin, and impromptu rap battles with my colleagues… Yup, we know how to live here at Word Monster HQ!
Job Titles:
- Principal Medical Writer
- Principal Writing Monster
- Principal Writing Monster - Medical Writing
I have spent a decade working in medical communications after completing my undergrad and PhD in Chemistry at UCL.
Having completed an undergraduate degree and a PhD in Chemistry, I made the switch to medical communications six years ago and haven't looked back since. I love the tangibility of the work involved; being given a brief and turning it into something accessible and meaningful for the audience, whoever they may be.
During my time in the industry, I've worked across a variety of therapy areas, including prostate cancer, ophthalmology, kidney disease, COPD, IPF, heart failure, iron-deficiency anaemia, migraine, breast cancer and fertility.
I am passionate about healthcare and healthcare communications, and firmly believe in the impact our work can have, not just for our clients, but also their customers. I love words and science - being able to combine the two as part of my job is pretty fantastic.
Job Titles:
- Managing Director
- Lead Medical Writer
- Managing Director - Operations
I love to translate complex information into meaningful work that makes an impact for the lives of patients. From studying Biological Sciences at UCL, I branched out into the world of fashion for a couple of years before realising that I couldn't live without science in my life. I stumbled across medical writing, a job which combines my love of science and creativity, and haven't looked back.
Nearly four years on, I have a wealth of experience in MedComms across a huge variety of projects, clients and therapy areas - spanning congress posters, symposia, training modules, advisory boards, digital assets and games, patient and clinical trial materials, infographics and virtual reality.
My love of Twitter, a BSc in Medical Pharmacology and a MSc in Cancer Biology & Therapeutics at Cardiff University gave me the unfortunate privilege of being able to see a massive dearth in well-communicated medical info within the public. Cue my journey into med comms, where I've spent the last 2.5 years carving out my role as WM's Veeva queen and Studio Exec. No therapy area has yet to better me although my newer role as a Studio Monster means I'm still learning to spin plates like an absolute master. My experience of having so many fingers in the Med Comms pie combined with an almighty thirst for knowledge gives our Client Services team a unique edge.
I'm fresh out of university, having recently completed a degree in medical pharmacology at Cardiff Uni where I amassed experience in a huge array of therapy areas.
During this time, I've had the opportunity to dabble in academia, working with Cardiff Uni's Institute of Infection & Immunity to co-author papers on antimicrobial resistance.
Job Titles:
- Principal Medical Writer
- Principal Medical Writer - Medical Writing
I feel lucky that found the world of medical communications almost immediately following my Biochemistry BSc with professional placement. I've since worked in the industry for 6 years, covering both content creation and account management. My experience includes rheumatology, dermatology, respiratory and haematology therapeutic areas. I've created content for and managed various project types, including educational and medical slide decks, patient materials, advisory boards, standalone meetings and symposia, ensuring quality is high and deadlines are met. I value working in partnership with my clients, always striving to work together to align deliverables with strategic objectives. I enjoy med comms for its variety and its mix of science and creativity. In parallel to my writing role, I particularly enjoy training and mentoring junior writers.
Having swiftly realised during my Biochemistry degree that the lab wasn't for me, I found my way into MedComms and found it to be my dream mix of science and creativity. I've been in the industry for over five years now, for the most part specialising in Medical Affairs projects, including educational and medical slide decks, infographics, patient materials, advisory boards, standalone meetings and symposia. I've worked across several therapy areas including rheumatology, haemophilia, dermatology and respiratory, but I'm always up for adding another to my list! I love generating ideas, communicating information in visual and digestible formats and of course working with lovely clients.
Job Titles:
- Director & Head of People
- Head of People - Operations
I'm a people person with experience in various human resource roles. I kicked off my educational career with a psychology degree before training in adult nursing. This skills combo treated me well in my early years in the NHS and private hospitals, working across medical and surgical units covering gynaecology, urology, orthopaedics, and plastics.
However, I had to hit pause on my nursing career when my son was born with complex medical needs. The silver lining was that it meant I could support the growth of Word Monster, which was absolutely flying when I jumped on board full time. Due to the inherent flexible nature of the company, I was able to support my son in every way, and attend every appointment, all around this new career direction.
You never know where life will take you. Something I keep front of mind as a Director and Head of People, to ensure our company continues to work for everyone. I'm lucky to be able to apply my real-world experiences and understanding of healthcare to the role, ensuring we recruit and retain the best.
I graduated in psychology at university before working in HR for Aberdeenshire Council. Then I decided to become a nurse. And so I did, completing the course with a distinction.
Since 2013, I've been gaining first-hand experience of working as a healthcare professional across a range of medical and surgical therapy areas, such as gynaecology, urology, orthopaedics and plastics. I've dabbled in business too, cofounding a successful eBay trading business.
I'm the part time Office Monster for Word Monster now, performing a HR and office admin role… alongside taking care of three children (one with complex medical needs). I guess this makes me part nurse, part carer and part monster.
I have not had a traditional path to medcomms by any means, but I am incredibly happy to be part of the monsterverse! My career spans a decade in the summer camp industry social media, and international tourism, fostering global connections. In 2016, drawn to Edinburgh, I pursued a Masters in Tourism. 2020 brought a career shift, leading me to Word Monster as their Marketing Monster. Now currently based in Charleston, South Carolina, I'm thrilled to continue to contribute positively and I'm passionate about all things digital and creative. In my free time, you'll find me reading, exploring Scotland, baking, or immersing myself in the Marvel Universe for the thousandth time!
Job Titles:
- Studio Manager
- Studio Manager - Operations
Following a degree in English Language and a Masters in Journalism with Documentary Practice, Laura worked in the TV industry in a variety of roles which gave her a wealth of experience working with a wide mix of professionals.
In these roles, Laura developed her project management skills while working with writers as they developed their scripts and working on productions, ensuring they ran on time and budget.
Laura subsequently shifted her focus to medical communications and since has developed experience from roles in client services at both boutique and large healthcare marketing agencies, where her clients have included top pharmaceutical companies, OTC brands and medical device companies.
Job Titles:
- Business Development Manager
Like many at Word Monster, my career began at the research lab bench. While completing my MSc(Med) I stumbled upon the world of medical writing and didn't look back! In 1999 I started with OCC Sydney and over the following years worked for many leading Medical Communications and Education agencies. By 2006 I switched to freelance writing and was an early adopter of the remote-working lifestyle. Next, came an opportunity to jump over to the client side and I spent 10 years working for iNova Pharmaceuticals and Amgen. I joined Word Monster in late 2023 and am thrilled to be a part of our small but mighty Australian team! For me, working in MedComms is a way to live my core values of curiosity and civic service. It's exciting to learn about innovative new treatments and also contribute to better health outcomes for patients.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
I spent many years as a language teacher before completing a Psychology BSc (Hons) and a Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology MSc. My love of language and disease treatments led to a career as a medical writer. I have worked in therapy areas such as oncology, diabetes, epileptic encephalopathies, asthma, ophthalmology and dermatology. My projects have included creating and editing MSL decks, conducting literature reviews, writing up ad boards, developing competitor decks and making Veeva uploads and amends. My expertise in language teaching means I specialise in translating complex data into accessible and memorable information for any audience.
Last year I completed an MSc in Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology from Bournemouth University. This experience led me to finding my passion for disease treatments and medical communications, which in turn led me to starting my career at Word Monster!
Prior to this, I specialised in Educational Psychology with a qualitative focus on the emotional resilience of educational professionals working in an inclusive environment. I presented my dissertation research at the BU SURE conference (online, 2021) and won best in conference, awarding me a full Master's scholarship. I took the opportunity to expand in this field of research with my quantitative Master's thesis on the relationship between social support and educator burnout during COVID-19. I have since presented my research at two international conferences to a mix of expert and lay audiences, at the University of Lyon (online, 2021) and in Venice for the AIFREF international congress 2022.
Job Titles:
- Medical Writer
- Medical Writer - Medical Writing
- Medical Writer / Operations
After obtaining a BSc in Neuroscience (University of Nottingham) and an MSc in Clinical Neuroscience (University College London), I discovered that combining my education with a passion for science and medicine positions me perfectly for a career in medical writing. During my 3 years of experience in the medical communications industry, I have worked on a range of therapy areas, including atopic dermatitis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, breast cancer, Crohn's disease, and epilepsy. I have honed my writing, editing, and referencing skills by working on projects such as ad boards, competitor and meeting decks, website and animation copy, social media materials, blogs, infographics, Veeva uploads and educational materials. The aim of medical writing is to improve patient outcomes, hence my specialty is to craft engaging and insightful messages, while ensuring the target audience feels heard, understood, and respected.
Vaishali recently joined the #monsterverse as our newest Medical Writer!
With an MSc in Clinical Neuroscience and 2 years of previous #medcomms experience in the bag, Vaishali is passionate about all things science and medicine and is excited to dive into a variety of projects and therapy areas here at Word Monster!