Principal Medical Writer
AlconFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or an equivalent qualification, with an advanced degree being preferred. A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience is required, including experience in managing and directing complex medical writing projects. Experience in the pharmaceutical/CRO industry and submissions document experience are advantageous, as are additional qualifications in medical writing. Significant knowledge of global document development guidelines and in-depth expertise in specialty areas like preclinical, therapeutic, regulatory, submissions, or communications are essential. Excellent data interpretation, medical writing, project management, interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation, and judgment skills are also required.
The Principal Medical Writer will research, write, and edit clinical study reports and protocols, summarizing data from clinical studies. They will serve as the primary author for complex clinical and scientific documents, including Investigator's Brochures (IBs), Investigational New Drug applications (INDs), and Marketing Authorization Applications (MAAs), and provide senior-level review of documents. Responsibilities include training and mentoring junior writers and program managers on document preparation, software use, document types, regulatory requirements, and therapeutic area knowledge. The role involves ensuring compliance with quality processes, developing and reviewing best practices, leading process improvement initiatives, and potentially managing performance metrics. Additionally, the Principal Medical Writer will represent the department in project meetings and collaborate with internal and external clients to ensure effective communication and operational excellence.
Provides life sciences products and services
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.