Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) required
2+ years of experience in medical publication writing or medical affairs
Proven ability to develop diverse publication materials independently
Strong understanding of publication practices and industry guidelines
Experience interpreting clinical data and scientific literature
Knowledge of drug development and Medical Affairs roles
Excellent communication skills for varied audiences
Demonstrated project management skills in fast-paced environments
Responsibilities
Develop and coordinate high-quality medical publication deliverables
Support integrated publication and congress plans, identifying gaps and opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive documents through review processes
Engage with internal and external authors per publication policies
Maintain publication records and compliance within management platforms
Coordinate congress submissions and ensure adherence to requirements
Manage timelines and stakeholder feedback for timely deliverables
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance options
Retirement savings plan with company match
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative and science-driven team culture
Full Job Description
The Position
The Senior Manager, Medical Publications will play a key role in developing high-quality, scientifically accurate, and strategically aligned medical publications deliverables that support Arrowhead's Medical Affairs objectives. This individual will partner closely with internal cross-functional colleagues, external authors, and vendors to translate complex scientific and clinical data into clear, compliant, and impactful materials. This role will initially support the cardiometabolic program and may evolve to support additional pipeline programs across Arrowhead.
This role is based in Pasadena with an expectation to be in office 5 days a week.
Responsibilities
Develop, write, edit, and coordinate high-quality medical publication deliverables, including abstracts, posters, oral presentations, manuscripts, slide decks, scientific narratives, lexicons, FAQs, and field medical resources
Support the development and execution of integrated publication and congress plans, including identification of publication gaps, prioritization of analyses, journal/congress recommendations, and data dissemination opportunities. Translate complex clinical, scientific, and statistical information into clear, accurate, and compelling content for internal and external audiences
Partner with cross-functional colleagues in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory, Legal, Compliance, Medical Information, and Program Leadership to obtain input, resolve comments, and drive documents through review and approval processes
Collaborate with internal and external authors in accordance with GPP and ICMJE criteria and company publication policies, supporting author engagement, document development, review cycles, and congress or journal submissions
Maintain publication records, timelines, documentation, and compliance within publication management platforms and document review systems.
Coordinate congress abstracts and journal manuscript submissions, including adherence to submission requirements, disclosures, copyright forms, and publication policies.
Support publication advisory committee activities, authorship planning, journal selection, and scientific dissemination discussions in accordance with company publication policy and GPP.
Manage timelines, review meetings, document versions, and stakeholder feedback to ensure writing deliverables are completed accurately and on time
Provide medical writing support for congress activities, including booth or medical education resources, and post-congress summary materials
Ensure documents are scientifically rigorous, balanced, non-promotional where appropriate, and compliant with applicable company policies, industry guidelines, journal requirements, and congress standards
Maintain awareness of the current treatment landscape, emerging data, competitor activities, and scientific literature in assigned therapeutic areas, including cardiometabolic diseases, rare diseases, and RNA interference
Contribute to the development and maintenance of medical writing processes, templates, style standards, and best practices across Medical Affairs
Manage or oversee external medical writing vendors, contractors, or agencies, including scope development, timeline management, quality review, and budget tracking as needed
Serve as a trusted medical writing partner within Medical Affairs and contribute to a collaborative, science-driven team culture
Requirements
Advanced scientific degree required, such as PhD, PharmD, or MD
2+ years of relevant experience in medical publication writing, scientific communications, or medical affairs within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, CRO, or medical communications agency setting
Demonstrated ability to independently develop publication and medical affairs materials, including abstracts, posters, manuscripts, congress presentations, scientific slide decks, and internal scientific resources
Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate scientific literature, clinical datasets, and reviewer feedback and translate them into effective scientific communications.
Strong understanding of publication practices, GPP, congress submission processes, authorship standards, ICMJE criteria, and relevant industry guidelines
Experience interpreting clinical study data, statistical outputs, protocols, clinical study reports, and scientific literature to develop accurate and balanced scientific content
Knowledge of drug development and the role of Medical Affairs in data generation, evidence dissemination, scientific exchange, and lifecycle management
Therapeutic area experience in cardiometabolic disease, rare disease, lipid disorders, RNA interference, or related areas is preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex scientific and medical concepts to varied audiences
Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, stakeholders, and review cycles in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, scientific integrity, and commitment to quality, accuracy, and compliance
Ability to work independently while building effective relationships with cross-functional colleagues, external authors, vendors, and agency partners
Preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, reference management tools, literature searching platforms, and publication management or document review systems is preferred
Experience with Veeva and PubPro Systems a Plus
Biostatistical training or graphics experience a Plus
Previous experience with HEOR publications a Plus
California pay range
$150,000-$175,000 USD
Arrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package.
Candidates must have current, valid authorization to work in the country where this role is located.
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About Arrowhead Research
Arrowhead Research is a biotechnology company that develops RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Pasadena, California. Arrowhead's RNAi technology targets specific genes to silence their expression, which can be used to treat a variety of diseases. The company's pipeline includes treatments for liver disease, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Arrowhead has partnerships with pharmaceutical companies such as Amgen and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. The company has received FDA approval for some of its products and is conducting clinical trials for others.
