Senior Medical Writer - Biotechnology

The Senior Medical Writer develops clear, scientifically accurate, and compelling content for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device clients. The Senior Medical Writer partners with clients, participates in scientific and publication planning, and contributes to broader team and organizational objectives.

Scientific Content Development

Research, write, edit, reference, and annotate scientific and medical materials, including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, congress materials, slide presentations, advisory board materials, newsletters, eLearning modules, digital content, medical/commercial communications, and materials for lay audiences.

Conduct literature reviews, analyze data, and prepare materials for MLR review and defense.

Ensure scientific accuracy, readability, stylistic consistency, and alignment with AMA style, journal/congress requirements, client standards, and regulatory expectations.

Contribute to scientific narratives, communication platforms, and strategic content initiatives.

Manage content development from initiation through delivery, ensuring high-quality, timely outputs and proper version control.

Serve as the scientific lead in client meetings, advisory boards, workshops, and planning discussions.

Provide scientific expertise and strategic recommendations that support client and brand objectives.

Support business development through scientific insights and pitch materials.

Scientific Communications & Publication Planning

Participate in publication planning and scientific communications activities.

Recommend authors, journals, and congresses using evidence-based rationale.

Apply knowledge of publication planning processes, timelines, and best practices.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific accuracy and alignment across deliverables.

Advanced degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field preferred (e.g., MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD).

Relevant bachelor's or master's degree with extensive experience may be considered.

Approximately 2+ years of medical writing experience in a medical communications agency or pharmaceutical environment.

Experience working with clinicians, medical experts, KOLs, and cross-functional teams.

Exceptional writing, editing, analytical, and communication skills.

Strong understanding of clinical research, drug development, data interpretation, and regulatory considerations.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, graphing/figure-generation tools, and virtual meeting platforms.

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