Senior Principal Medical Writer
@ ICON Strategic Solutions

Hybrid
$150,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Overview

ICON Strategic Solutions is a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research. As the Senior Principal Medical Writer, you will lead the development of high-quality clinical and regulatory documents, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

  • Developing and authoring clinical study reports, protocols, investigator brochures, and regulatory submissions.
  • Ensuring documents comply with regulatory guidelines and company quality standards.
  • Collaborating with clinical operations, biostatistics, and regulatory affairs teams to interpret clinical data.
  • Mentoring junior medical writers and reviewing documents for consistency.
  • Staying updated with industry trends and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

  • A master’s degree or Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Medicine, or related field.
  • Extensive experience in developing clinical and regulatory documents within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
  • Strong scientific writing, editing, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

ICON offers competitive compensation along with benefits including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlements.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Retirement planning programs.
  • Global Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Flexible country-specific benefits.

Inclusivity & Application Process

At ICON, inclusion and belonging are fundamental. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

Key skills/competency

Medical Writing, Regulatory, Clinical, Research, Editing, Mentorship, Compliance, Leadership, Documentation, Analysis

How to Get Hired at ICON Strategic Solutions

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research ICON Strategic Solutions: Explore their culture, values, and news.
  • Customize your resume: Tailor to clinical writing experience and leadership.
  • Prepare your portfolio: Showcase regulatory document samples.
  • Practice interview questions: Highlight technical and communication skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review clinical study report formats.
Study current regulatory guidelines.
Practice scientific editing exercises.
Familiarize with clinical data interpretation.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging leadership scenario.
Explain a time you managed tight deadlines.
Detail how you mentor junior writers.
Discuss collaboration with cross-functional teams.

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