Our recruitment process

FAQs

• What are you looking for in an initial application?

  For every application, we’re looking for a well-structured CV and cover letter. We’d expect your application to be tailored to the role you’re applying for, explaining what made you want to apply and why you’d like to be considered for the position.

• Can I use AI at the application stage?

  Our recruitment process is about finding the right fit – for you and Amiculum. You’re welcome to use AI to enhance your application, but please keep your individuality. The strongest applications reflect your authentic voice, experiences and skills.

  For transparency, let us know if you’ve used AI, including which tools and why. In interviews, you may be asked about the benefits and risks of AI to understand how you engage with emerging technologies.

• How long before I get an update on my application?

  After you’ve submitted your application, you’d typically get an update within 5 working days. If you have applied for a role (eg an entry-level role) that will have a lot of interest, it may take a little longer to get feedback to you.

• Will I get feedback following an interview?

  Yes, a member of our careers team will be in touch to provide you with feedback following an interview.

• Can Amiculum accommodate me if I require reasonable adjustments at the application or interview stage?

  Yes, absolutely! If you contact our careers team directly, they’ll be able to organize any reasonable adjustments you may need throughout the recruitment process.

• Does Amiculum offer internships?

  Typically, we do not offer internships. We focus on long-term career opportunities rather than short-term experience.

• I don’t see any suitable roles, but I’m interested in working for Amiculum, what do I do?

  If you can't see a role you'd like to apply for, use the connect function on our website to submit your preferences and keep up todate with any new roles which become available. 

• I have a lot of experience in the pharma/biotech or academia, but not in medical communications, can I still apply?

  Before joining Amiculum, many of our team members had varied career backgrounds within life-science-related industries. A step into a new medical communications career may mean an entry-level role is most suitable, where our experienced team can provide you with the training, support and development needed. If you choose to contact us, our careers team would be happy to advise on the suitability of a vacancy.

• I don’t have a life sciences degree, can I still apply?

  Yes! You would be eligible to apply, depending on the role. Some of our account management team members and many in our business support teams do not hold degrees in life sciences, although you would still need relevant experience for these roles. Unfortunately, for any medical writing roles, you would need a life sciences degree because of the level of technical knowledge required for these positions.

• I’m not based near an Amiculum office, can I still apply?

  As long as you’re based in the country where the role is advertised and hold the right to work there, you can absolutely apply for a position, and if successful, you’d be welcome to work remotely. Some of our business support teams, like our technology and data security team, do operate a hybrid work setup, but most other roles will have the option for entirely remote working. If you do not reside in a country in which an Amiculum office is based, unfortunately you would not be able to work remotely from that country.

• Does Amiculum provide visa sponsorship?

  Yes, Amiculum is able to sponsor visas for senior-level positions in the UK; however, we are unable to sponsor entry-level and graduate candidates because of UK visa restrictions. There are also restrictions in the other countries in which Amiculum operates, so if you do not already hold the right to work in those countries, it can be difficult to obtain sponsorship.

• How long is Amiculum’s probation period?

  Amiculum’s probationary period is 4 months. During this period, you will be supported by your line manager and team to ensure the best possible start in Amiculum.

• What does progression look like at Amiculum?

  Progression isn’t always linear at Amiculum. Careers here are flexible, based on skills, aspirations and business need. Goal-setting and having regular check-ins with your line manager help guide you to where your skills are best aligned within the business.

• How often would I be expected to work in an office?

  You can generally determine how often you work at an Amiculum office. There will be occasions, for instance, when you will meet clients or a colleague in an Amiculum office or your whole team will get together, but you will be given plenty of notice before this happens. Some of our business support teams, like our technology and data security team, do operate a hybrid work setup, but most other roles will have the option for remote working.

• Will I be expected to travel?

  While more of our work is now carried out virtually, business travel, whether domestic or international, is still an essential element of some roles in Amiculum. This, for example, may be to attend an international scientific congress, to support at an advisory board of world experts in a therapy area, or to visit a client at their offices.