Explore senior medical writer opportunities for experienced professionals who translate complex medical and scientific information into clear, accurate content. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles across medical communications, clinical research, pharmaceutical development, and healthcare.
Senior medical writers develop and review materials for scientific, clinical, regulatory, and healthcare audiences. Depending on the role, they may write clinical study reports, protocols, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, medical education content, or materials for healthcare professionals. They collaborate with researchers, clinicians, statisticians, regulatory experts, and clients to ensure content is accurate, consistent, and aligned with applicable standards.
Employers often seek strong scientific writing, editing, and project-management skills, along with the ability to interpret clinical data and explain technical concepts clearly. Many roles require a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in a life-sciences or related field and several years of medical writing experience. Familiarity with clinical research, regulatory guidance, publication practices, and document review workflows may also be valuable.
Senior medical writers work at pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical communications agencies, contract research organizations, healthcare organizations, and consulting firms. Career paths may lead to principal or lead writer positions, medical writing management, regulatory strategy, publications leadership, or broader scientific communications roles.
Browse senior medical writer openings and discover opportunities designed for experienced professionals. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you explore positions that match your expertise, industry interests, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.
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Senior Project Manager - U.S. Healthcare Programs
$110K - $130K *
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Associate Director, Business Improvement
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Reimagine business improvement strategies as a senior contributor, leading high-impact initiatives across functions. Drive alignment, governance, and measurable outcomes while influencing stakeholders...
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$170K - $190K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading a team of data scientists and analysts. Drive advanced analytics initiatives, foster collaboration with stakeholders, and ensure high-quality deliver...
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Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Remote - United States)
$124K - $170K *
Champion regulatory strategies to accelerate product approvals and compliance. Lead a dynamic team in supporting innovative medical devices, ensuring alignment with global regulations while fostering...
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$200K - $225K *
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Transform medical monitoring processes by reviewing data, developing plans, and collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and resolve clinical issues. Support Medical Directors in enhancing projec...
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Senior Process Improvement Professional
$78K - $107K *
Lead the charge in enhancing interoperability and medical documentation processes. As a Senior Process Improvement Professional, you'll design workflows, define operating models, and collaborate with...
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Senior Product Manager, Heart Health
$172K - $203K *
Drive innovation in heart health by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge wearable technology that empowers users with vital cardiovascular insights and proactive health ow...
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$120K - $170K *
Elevate your career by driving new product development and enhancements in commercial property and casualty insurance. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices and ensure operational...
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Senior Customer Marketing Specialist
$93K - $128K *
Champion customer engagement and advocacy programs to enhance retention and brand credibility. Build and nurture a vibrant online community while executing impactful marketing initiatives that amplify...
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Senior Director, Offline Marketing
$183K - $322K *
Transform offline marketing strategies to drive growth and efficiency. Own budget, performance, and measurement across channels like TV, radio, and direct mail. Collaborate cross-functionally to optim...
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Join a dynamic team as a key contributor, guiding global regulatory strategies for innovative animal health products. Collaborate with cross-functional partners and lead negotiations with regulatory a...
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Quality Control, Validation Lead
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Join a team that's shaping the future of Quality Control laboratories by providing technical oversight for startup, validation, and compliance across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring operational...
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Join us to lead the development and optimization of innovative clinical pharmacy products. Drive strategic initiatives, manage complex projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...
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Executive Director, Key Accounts Lead
$228K - $285K *
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$143K - $194K *
Join a team that drives the execution of integrated media plans, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while enhancing brand strategies in healthcare...
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Technical Design Manager - Client Services
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...
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$185K - $252K *
Unlock potential by leading a team of Pharmacovigilance Scientists to ensure compliant, high-quality safety surveillance for clinical products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and...
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Product Marketing Manager, Real-World Data (RWD)
$130K - $140K *
Transform real-world data products into compelling market strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive go-to-market initiatives, ensuring impactful messaging and materials that resonat...
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$95K - $115K *
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What does a senior medical writer do?
A senior medical writer creates, edits, and reviews scientific, clinical, regulatory, or healthcare content. Typical deliverables can include clinical study documents, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, and medical education materials.
What qualifications are typically required for senior medical writer jobs?
Requirements vary by employer, but many roles call for a degree in a life-sciences or related discipline, substantial medical writing experience, excellent writing and editing skills, and the ability to interpret scientific or clinical data.
Where do senior medical writers work?
Senior medical writers may work for pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies, contract research organizations, medical communications agencies, healthcare organizations, and consulting firms.
How much do senior medical writer jobs pay?
Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, employer, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.
What career opportunities can follow a senior medical writer role?
Experienced writers may advance to lead or principal medical writer positions, manage writing teams, or move into regulatory strategy, publications leadership, or broader scientific communications.