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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Director, Regulatory Affairs - US
$176K - $236K *
Elevate regulatory strategies for North America by leading development programs, ensuring compliance with FDA and Health Canada, and managing a high-performing team to secure market access and drive b...
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Senior Quality Operations Specialist, CAP & Monitoring
$74K - $98K *
Elevate quality operations by leading corrective action plans (CAPs) for regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability, resolve barriers, and ensure sustained...
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$118K - $180K *
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$150K - $180K *
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Senior Product Manager - Health-tech
$120K - $145K *
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Clinical Data Reviewer (Canada or US) Oncology
$80K - $145K *
Shape the future of clinical research by conducting in-depth data reviews for oncology trials, ensuring data integrity and readiness for critical milestones while collaborating with cross-functional t...
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Unlock potential by leading complex underwriting strategies for Professional & Healthcare programs. Collaborate across teams to drive growth, evaluate risks, and mentor staff, making a significant imp...
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Create impactful solutions as a Senior Product Engineer, owning projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging AI tools to enhance development while mentoring peers and...
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Sr. Clinical Contracts Manager
$117K - $188K *
Unlock your potential by leading global clinical research contracting efforts. Drive compliance, negotiate agreements, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and risk man...
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Senior Renewals Representative
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Senior FP&A Analyst - Risk Adjustment
$100K - $112K *
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Senior Statistical Programmer/Analyst Consultant (Need solid oncology background) Remote in US
$110K - $130K *
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Senior Demand Generation Manager
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Lead demand generation initiatives to drive sustainable pipeline growth and market engagement. Collaborate cross-departmentally to optimize strategies, mentor teams, and enhance brand awareness throug...
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Program Director, Professional Services
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AJO Campaign Developer, M&R - Remote
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Medical Manager, Rare - Canada (Field)
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$82K - $137K *
Transform business insights into actionable data solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, analyzing data quality, and ensuring effective integration of analytical products to drive operational ef...
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Clinical Director, Clinical Research, Hematology
$255K - $402K *
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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.