Senior Medical Writer (Medical Communications)

TL;DR

Senior Medical Writer (Medical Communications): Generating scientific content and materials designed to improve patient outcomes with an accent on translating current research into high-level strategy, tactical communication, and flawless execution. Focus on developing client-ready drafts like slide decks and summaries, conducting literature searches, organizing references, and participating in MLR review processes.

Remote, United States

$92,000 - $138,000 USD

Company

Leader in strategic scientific and medical communication and training solutions for major pharmaceutical companies and biotech firms.

What you will do

• Generate content outlines with clear story arcs and complete reference lists.
• Develop client-ready drafts of slide decks, executive summaries, comprehensive summaries, and meeting materials.
• Organize and annotate references per client directives or house style.
• Confer with teams during medical/legal/regulatory (MLR) review, answer queries, and implement required changes.

Requirements

• Advanced Science Degree (PharmD, MD, PhD) and 2+ years of experience in a medical communications agency or in-depth knowledge of deliverable development criteria.
• Domain knowledge of multiple therapeutic areas, regulatory/scientific guidelines, and key statistical concepts.
• Excellent writing skills with logical, succinct style, accurate data interpretation, and representation.
• Outstanding literature search skills using appropriate strategies, keywords, and sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and reference-management software (e.g., EndNote).
• Strong interpersonal skills for problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic, interactive team committed to excellence and long-tenured client relationships.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Health insurance, retirement savings benefits, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Parental leave and paid time off for sick leave and vacation.