Job description
Serving as a link among key functions, the Senior Manager, Medical Writing ensures that critical scientific information is communicated with clarity, precision, and accessibility. This position will work cross-functionally with therapeutic teams, including Clinical, Commercial, Marketing, Communications, Regulatory, and Legal, to prepare manuscripts, abstracts, reviews, posters, reports, presentations, and other materials.
This position will be based in Palo Alto or remote and will report to the Associate Director, Global Medical Communications.
Key Responsibilities-
Demonstrate a command of therapeutic areas and expertise with assigned products in growth hormone deficiency, hypoparathyroidism, achondroplasia, and new therapeutic areas in development
Research and write original content for publications activities (primary and review manuscripts, abstracts, posters), slide presentations, and other materials
Lead internal and external author reviews of documents and effectively manage the editing and revision process
Demonstrate the flexibility/adaptability necessary to collaborate with and interpret input from different therapeutic teams, including Clinical, Commercial, Marketing, Communications, Regulatory, and Legal
Research, develop, and write content that is scientifically accurate, evidence-based, grammatically accurate, referenced using appropriate sources, and consistent with quality and regulatory standards
Interpret and apply clinical data in medical and scientific communications deliverables
Clearly communicate medical scientific concepts in a condensed, audience-appropriate way
Demonstrate aptitude for technical writing, specifically writing related to medical devices
Advanced degree in Life Sciences (PhD, PharmD, MS degree) required
8+ years previous experience in medical/scientific communications and medical writing (agency or in-house) required
Understanding of ICMJE, ISMPP guidelines for medical writing
Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities and significant time pressures
Understands and effectively responds to multicultural communication styles and business practices with vendors, partners, and internal colleagues
Prefer prior experience in technical writing, specifically related to medical devices
Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced, highly-matrixed work environment
Mastery of referencing programs including Endnote or equivalent
A high level of initiative and self-motivation
Substantial drive and goal orientation
Excellent presentation skills, written and verbal communication skills
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Commuter benefits
Disability insurance
San Francisco and Los Angeles applicants: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance or the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (as applicable).
