Analyst - Pro Bono

Pro Bono Analyst – Healthcare

Salary: £39,000 per annum

Location: Global Headquarters, Cambridge;
London;
Manchester;
Bristol – Hybrid & flexible working available.

• Deliver free, impactful healthcare communications and support to charities and non‑profit organisations across diverse projects and disease areas.
• Create patient‑directed materials, including information sheets, educational resources and communications for healthcare professionals.
• Support health economics, literature reviews, medical writing, publications, medical education and design activities.
• Work across multiple disease areas simultaneously, collaborating with commercial and pro‑bono teams.
• Engage with clients in teleconferences and face‑to‑face meetings, and develop business‑development materials for pro‑bono work.
• Assist in internal Pro‑Bonos activities such as identifying networking opportunities and monitoring project impact.

Working in our Pro Bonos team offers a unique opportunity to provide free services to health‑focused non‑profits. In 2024 we supported 2,554 days of work across 83 projects, exceeding that output in 2025. As a Pro Bonos Analyst you will gain experience in health‑economics, research, medical writing, and communications while collaborating across teams and offices.

During probation you may work from home one day per week; post‑probation you may work from home up to 50% of your time over a two‑week rolling period.

• Dedicated focus on pro‑bonos – join a unique, specialist team.
• Variety of projects across global health, rare diseases, mental health, women’s health and oncology.
• Diverse non‑profit engagements – drive positive change across numerous disease areas.
• Chance to give back – apply scientific expertise for maximum impact.

• Discretionary profit share bonus paid twice per year.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank/public holidays, with buy‑and‑sell scheme.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home up to half the time after probation.
• Flexible benefits scheme: cash payments, pension contributions, etc.
• Private medical insurance, critical illness cover, income protection and life assurance.
• Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications.

• Undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in a scientific discipline; postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
• Strong scientific writing skills, developed through academic or professional work.
• Passion for working with charities and non‑profits on a wide range of project types.
• Enthusiasm for healthcare and a genuine interest in learning.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability and organisational skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, adaptable to varying audiences.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset.
• Self‑awareness and commitment to continuous professional development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

We welcome academics transitioning to industry. We offer comprehensive training, mentorship and a supportive culture to help you thrive.

Submit CV and cover letter online. Your cover letter should explain why you are suited to the role and why you want to join Costello Medical. CV must clearly state qualification dates.

The process includes a written and proofreading assessment, followed by an interview and a short presentation. Typical duration is about one month.

Visa sponsorship is available only under the following conditions:

• New entrant under 26, or currently studying or recent graduate in the UK.
• PhD in a STEM subject.
• PhD in a subject relevant to the Analyst role.

Entry level position. Full‑time, permanent.

Costello Medical is a global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic research. We work with the most successful pharmaceutical and medical‑technology companies, public health bodies and charities. Listed in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For since 2017, we hold B Corporation accreditation.

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