ABOUT ME
From Scientist to Medical Writer to Business Owner
My Scientific Background
I started my scientific career with a first class degree in Biochemistry from the University of Manchester, followed by a PhD in Cell Biology at the University of Liverpool.
After that, I worked as a postdoctoral research scientist at the Beatson Institute for Cancer Research in Glasgow, gaining hands-on experience in oncology and lab-based research.
Moving Towards Clinical Application
Seeking a more clinical focus, I returned to Manchester to train as a Clinical Scientist. I worked in several hospital laboratories and completed a Master’s degree in Clinical Biochemistry along the way.
Becoming a Freelance Medical Writer
One of the best parts of being a scientist is communicating your findings. I enjoyed writing my PhD and MSc theses — and preferred writing papers to running experiments!
So in 2012, I put down my pipette for good and became a medical writer.
Since then, I’ve built a successful career in medical communications, working across a broad range of therapy areas and project types — first in agencies and now as a freelancer.
Founding Lyrical Medical Writing Services
For years, I’d considered going freelance and in early 2020, I started laying the groundwork. Despite an unexpected global pandemic, I launched Lyrical Medical Writing Services in July 2020 — and haven’t looked back.
Since then, the business has gone from strength to strength. I’ve had the privilege of working with brilliant clients on meaningful projects — from manuscripts and MSL materials to congress reports and patient resources.
Want to Know More?
If you’d like to see the kind of work I do, feel free to browse my portfolio or read some client testimonials.
When you’re ready to chat about your project, just click below — I’d love to hear from you.