Anna L. Gillespie

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ABOUT ANNA L. GILLESPIE

I’m an experienced medical writer and science communicator with over 8 years of transforming complex clinical data into impactful content that drives better understanding and improved healthcare outcomes. I’m passionate about making science accessible, engaging, and inspiring to all.My experience includes developing a diverse range of medical education assets aimed at improving learning and communication in the medical field. These include eLearning modules, training decks, core visual aids, patient snapshots, competitor landscape backgrounders, disease state education, patient journey assets, virtual study halls, congress slide decks, infographics, and more. Whether creating learning materials or internal communications, my focus is on clarity, precision, and accessibility. ACADEMIC BACKGROUNDI hold a PhD in Medicine, Health, and Life Sciences from Queen\'s University Belfast, where I conducted lab-based research on incretin hormones, diabetes, and nutrition. During my PhD, I mastered key technical skills, such as protein purification, cell culture, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, and qRT-PCR, and presented research at international conferences. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE- Medical Education & Instructional Design: Developed engaging content, including eLearning modules, interactive workshops, and core visual aids, tailored to adult learners and healthcare professionals- Clinical Trial Documentation: Created visit-by-visit guides, protocol summaries, and investigator training tools that ensure clarity and compliance at trial sites- Content Marketing & SEO: Produced business development blogs, website content, and email newsletters to enhance visibility and engagement for clients- Internal Communications: Transformed meeting minutes and recordings into engaging articles, ensuring effective communication across organisations. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCEFreelance science and medical writer with a strong interest in content marketing.Knowledge of patents and patent litigation in life sciences. CORE COMPETENCIES- Medical Writing & Medical Education- Clinical Trial Support Documentation- Instructional Design & eLearning- Content Marketing & SEO- Internal Communications- Lab-based Research & Analysis LET’S CONNECTI’m always eager to connect with like-minded professionals and explore new opportunities in medical communications and content development. Feel free to reach out!