Head of Medical Writing

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U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$81,444 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+6.9% - Faster than average

Matched to SOC 29-1141 - Healthcare aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

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Healthcare From the posting source

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Staff Plus From the posting source

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About this role

Head of Medical Writing Remote - US, San Diego, California, United States, San Diego HQ, Boston Office JOB SUMMARY The Head of Medical Writing (Senior Director) will lead and build the medical writing function, reporting to the VP of Regulatory. This role will be responsible for delivering high-quality submission-ready development documents to support ongoing clinical-stage programs and upcoming IND submissions, while establishing fit-for-purpose, scalable processes and standards. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, with the ability to drive document development and address global program objectives while also building infrastructure for future growth, including the thoughtful integration of AI-enabled tools. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Lead the planning, authoring, and delivery of key development documents (INDs, protocols, IBs, CSRs, Health Authority responses, briefing documents, etc) - Provide strategic input on document content, messaging, and regulatory expectations - Partner cross-functionally with Clinical, Nonclinical, Medical, Biostats, CMC, and Regulatory teams - Establish and refine medical writing processes, templates, and standards - Implement and manage efficient document workflows and timelines - Support development of abstracts, posters, and presentations for scientific conferences - Evaluate and integrate AI tools to enhance writing quality and efficiency - Manage external vendors and contribute to building internal capabilities over time - Ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across all deliverables - Advise cross-functional leadership on regulatory communication strategy and global document planning QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) preferred - 15+ years of experience in biotech/pharma, with 10+ years in medical writing, prior experience in smaller

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