Senior Medical Writer Jobs

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.

What Senior Medical Writers Do

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.

Common Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Work Settings

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.

Find Senior Medical Writer Jobs on Ladders

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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$146K - $288K *

Champion transformative change in the insurance sector by leading client engagements, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving measurable outcomes through innovative solutions and strategic insig...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead global clinical studies across diverse therapeutic areas, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction through effective project management and team leadership...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $195K *

Drive sales performance by launching a novel cardiac myosin inhibitor, building strategic relationships with healthcare providers, and delivering impactful solutions to meet patient needs in your terr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Champion integrated media strategies for pharmaceutical clients, driving engagement and measurable outcomes. Lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that address complex healthcare...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of media and healthcare by leading integrated planning and strategy for pharmaceutical clients. Drive impactful engagement initiatives while mentoring a talente...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $164K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $173K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $187K *

Optimize clinical data management processes by leading teams and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and streamline operations across multiple com...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving healthcare finance consulting excellence. Collaborate with project teams to enhance service delivery through financial modeling, data analytics, and quality improvement ini...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $215K *

Lead the charge in regional sales execution, driving product launch success and team performance through strategic planning, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic enviro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in life sciences by executing strategic sales initiatives, building trusting relationships, and elevating client partnerships to expand our enterprise solutions f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $137K *

Drive client success by managing service delivery and support engagements, ensuring satisfaction and adherence to service level agreements while fostering strong relationships and optimizing operation...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Join us in shaping the future of Fair Lending solutions. Drive product strategy, deliver expert analysis, and enhance client outcomes while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Your expertise wil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Engage with key healthcare clients to drive strategic account management, fostering relationships and delivering tailored solutions across GE HealthCare’s diverse portfolio, while leading cross-functi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $208K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $290K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $285K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize operations by leading teams, managing service contracts, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while overseeing site performance and ensuring complianc...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse teams in project controls, fostering client relationships, and driving strategic initiatives in the pharma/life sciences sector. Leverage your expertise to achie...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $105K *

Accelerate your career by managing complex commercial bodily injury claims. Utilize your expertise in investigations and liability assessments to deliver exceptional service in a remote setting, ensur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$102K - $180K *

Transform enterprise partnerships by driving account growth, fostering relationships, and optimizing sales processes. Collaborate with internal teams, lead post-sales management, and utilize data insi...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $216K *

Help us drive quality excellence by coordinating training programs, managing logistics, and engaging stakeholders to enhance learning activities. Your expertise will ensure effective execution and com...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

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Fort Lauderdale, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K *

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Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior medical writer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.