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Senior Medical Writer

2+ years
Not Disclosed
10 April 18, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Job Title:

Senior Medical Writer


Location:

United States (Remote)


Job ID:

2025-118493


Department:

Medical Writing (ICON Strategic Solutions)


Job Type:

Full-Time, Remote


Application Contact:

Name: Brendan Hoey
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Job Description:

About ICON:
ICON plc is the world’s largest and most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence, offering cutting-edge solutions across clinical trials.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, write, edit, and review high-quality regulatory documents, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and are supported by scientific data for submission to regulatory agencies.

  • Serve as the RSW representative on project teams, collaborating with team members such as Clinical, Pharmacovigilance, CPPM, and other departments.

  • Participate in project management for compound programs, ensuring accurate and timely completion of regulatory submissions.

  • Collaborate with GRPT members to define content and project timelines, ensuring deliverables are met.

  • Assimilate and interpret various sources of scientific data and research, converting them into regulatory documents as required.

  • Coordinate the review and approval process, resolving document content issues during writing.

  • Maintain regular communication with RSW leadership regarding project timelines and milestone progress.

  • Ensure compliance with ICH guidelines and divisional SOPs, following proper grammar, format, and conventions in document preparation.

  • Contribute to the design and implementation of process improvements within the writing team.


Qualifications & Experience:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; a Bachelor of Science is preferred. A relevant advanced degree (MS, PharmD, PhD, MD) is preferred and may substitute for years of experience.

  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in medical/regulatory writing, healthcare industry, or academia.

  • Skills:

    • High-level content writing experience with clinical development regulatory documents.

    • Experience with statistical concepts and techniques.

    • Strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to assimilate and interpret scientific content.

    • Knowledge of US and international regulations and submission requirements.

    • Familiarity with Common Technical Document templates and electronic document management systems.


ICON Employee Benefits Include:

  • Generous annual leave

  • Health insurance options for you and your family

  • Competitive retirement savings plans

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme (TELUS Health)

  • Life assurance

  • Country-specific optional benefits, such as:

    • Childcare vouchers

    • Bike-to-work schemes

    • Discounted gym memberships

    • Subsidized travel passes

    • Health assessments

More information: ICON Benefits Overview


Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:

ICON is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates, ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination.