Job Description

　　Our Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance team push the boundaries of global healthcare through research and innovation. Through clinical trials and surveillance, we ensure the safety and efficacy of our existing and pipeline products to produce safe, effective, innovative medicine.

　　The Principal Medical Writer is responsible for development and management of medical writing deliverables that support the clinical regulatory writing portfolio and is capable of working independently to achieve goals. In this role the Principal Medical Writer:

　　Is recognized as a significant scientific contributor and subject matter expert in preparation of regulatory clinical documentation.Applies in-depth knowledge of regulatory medical writing and therapeutic area/investigational product to support pipeline projects. Represents functional area in cross-functional team (either internally or externally).Produces high-quality and timely documentation in line with expectations. Interprets and applies knowledge of regulatory/compliance/scientific requirements, using own judgment, prior work experience, and broad appreciation of impact on other disciplines.Leads and manages medical writing projects including the design, planning, and preparation of clinical documentation in support of clinical development, trials (e.g., pivotal CSRs), and filings (e.g., clinical modules). Works collaboratively with colleagues across functions to achieve results.Solves complex problems associated with medical writing scope of work, involving ambiguous situations across departments and the need to develop new options to resolve.Oversees the work of other medical writers, providing scientific and operational mentorship and coaching in the design, planning, and execution of their assignments. Provides feedback to their managers on development plans and performance reviews.Provides leadership for medical writing processes, standards, and initiatives.

　　Minimum education required:

　　Degree in the Life Sciences.Bachelor's degree with 10+ years; or MS with 8+ years; or PhD with 5+ years of relevant career experience.

　　Required experience and skills:

　　5-10 years of experience as a medical writer preparing regulated documents in the pharmaceutical and/or biotech industry. Ability to prepare, without supervision, any type of clinical regulatory document (e.g., protocol, CSR, CIB, clinical sections of IMPD and CTD) according to company guidelines and international governmental regulations and to present clinical data objectively in a clear, concise format in keeping with industry guidelines.Provide leadership of and management for complex documentation projects and project teams of medical writers.Technical expertise in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and familiarity with SharePoint and concepts of structured content management.Excellent oral (including presentation) and written communication, and project management skills. Awareness of pharmaceutical industry needs beyond clinical development.

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　　Le rédacteur médical principal est responsable du développement et de la gestion des livrables de rédaction médicale qui soutiennent le portefeuille de rédaction clinique réglementaire et est capable de travailler de manière indépendante pour atteindre les objectifs.

　　Nos équipes cliniques et de pharmacovigilance gèrent les études afin de fournir les données de sécurité et d'efficacité requises pour l'approbation réglementaire de nouveaux médicaments potentiels, vaccins et nouvelles indications pour les produits existants. Nous nous assurons de mener des essais cliniques de haute qualité en intégrant une technologie de pointe et en appliquant des normes scientifiques et éthiques rigoureuses.

　　Dans ce rôle, le rédacteur médical principal :

　　Est reconnu(e) comme un(e) contributeur/-rice scientifique important(e) et un(e) expert(e) en la matière dans la préparation de la documentation clinique réglementaire. Applique une connaissance approfondie de la rédaction médicale réglementaire et du domaine thérapeutique / produit de recherche pour soutenir les projets en attente. Représente le domaine fonctionnel dans une équipe interfonctionnelle (en interne ou en externe). Produit une documentation de haute qualité et opportune conformément aux attentes. Interprète et applique sa connaissance des exigences réglementaires/conformités/scientifiques en utilisant son propre jugement, son expérience professionnelle et une large appréciation de l'impact sur les autres disciplines. Dirige et gère des projets de rédaction médicale, y compris la conception, la planification et la préparation de la documentation clinique à l'appui du développement clinique, des essais ex : les rapports sur la sécurité chimique essentiels) et des dépôts de documents (ex : des modules cliniques). Travaille en collaboration avec des collègues de toutes les fonctions pour obtenir des résultats. Résout des problèmes complexes associés à l'étendue du travail de rédaction médicale, impliquant des situations ambiguës entre les services et la nécessité de développer de nouvelles options pour les résoudre. Supervise le travail d'autres rédacteurs médicaux, en leur fournissant un encadrement scientifique et opérationnel et en les guidant dans la conception, la planification et l'exécution de leurs missions. Fournit une rétroaction à leurs responsables sur les plans de développement et les évaluations du rendement. Assure la direction des processus, des normes et des initiatives en matière de rédaction médicale.

　　Formation minimale requise :

　　Diplôme en sciences de la vie. Baccalauréat avec au moins 10 ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente ou maîtrise avec au moins 8 ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente ou doctorat avec au moins 5 ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente.

　　Expérience et compétences requises :

　　5 à 10 ans d'expérience en tant que rédacteur/-rice médical(e) préparant des documents réglementés dans l'industrie pharmaceutique et/ou biotechnologique. Capacité à préparer, sans supervision, tout type de document réglementaire clinique (protocole, rapport sur la sécurité chimique, CIB, sections cliniques de dossier de produit médicinal expérimental et de document technique commun) conformément aux directives de l'entreprise et aux réglementations gouvernementales internationales et à présenter les données cliniques de manière objective dans un format clair et concis, conformément aux directives de l'industrie. Assurer la direction et la gestion de projets de documentation complexes et d'équipes de rédacteurs médicaux. Expertise technique dans Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, les systèmes de gestion de documents, et connaissance de SharePoint et des concepts de gestion de contenu structuré. Excellentes compétences en matière de communication orale (y compris les présentations) et écrite, et de gestion de projet. Connaissance des besoins de l'industrie pharmaceutique au-delà du développement clinique.

　　Nous sommes une société biopharmaceutique axée sur la recherche. Notre mission est fondée sur le simple fait que nous " respectons la science " et que les meilleurs médicaments peuvent impacter considérablement notre monde. Et nous croyons qu'une entreprise axée sur les recherches scientifiques de classe mondiale peut réussir en apportant des innovations aux médicaments et aux vaccins qui ont des effets concrets sur nos patients partout dans le monde.

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　　Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, generally Tuesday, Wednesday and either Monday or Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence. This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as "remote".

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　　Expected salary range:

　　$130,960.00 - $206,200.00

　　Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.

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　　Employee Status:

　　Regular

　　Relocation:

　　No relocation

　　VISA Sponsorship:

　　No

　　Travel Requirements:

　　10%

　　Flexible Work Arrangements:

　　Hybrid, Remote Work

　　Shift:

　　1st - Day

　　Valid Driving License:

　　No

　　Hazardous Material(s):

　　n/a

　　Requisition ID:R271371