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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$249K - $374K *

Transform clinical development by leading innovative studies and strategies. Collaborate with global teams to design impactful clinical programs, ensuring excellence in execution and regulatory compli...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex project management initiatives across multiple channels in the pharmaceutical advertising sector. Oversee cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within budget while mentoring ju...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $181K *

Innovate clinical strategies and optimize workflows for radiopharmaceuticals, driving adoption and institutional readiness. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure safe, compliant implementation of c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $148K *

Elevate product and process quality by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing operations...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $108K *

Join a dynamic digital media team to drive client success through innovative strategies and personalized campaigns. Leverage your expertise in consumer behavior and data analytics to enhance client re...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$72K - $108K *

Transform client success by developing innovative digital media strategies that align with business objectives. Lead cross-functional teams to execute personalized campaigns, optimize performance, and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K *

Champion innovative research initiatives, leading projects in biology and related fields. Mentor junior staff while delivering impactful solutions that align with organizational goals and drive scient...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing oncology-focused medical strategies, leveraging clinical expertise and strategic insights to drive impactful marketing initiatives and foster key relationships within the...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by synthesizing research into actionable insights, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams to drive healthcare strategies. Engage in diverse projects while enjoying a sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $162K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by leading data analysis and strategic insights for biopharmaceutical clients. Drive impactful projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to inno...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $200K *

Accelerate clinical data management processes by leading data entry, ensuring quality, and overseeing database development for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $200K *

Drive excellence in clinical data management by overseeing data processes, ensuring quality, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver timely and accurate results throughout the clinical trial lif...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Develop and advance analytical techniques for lipid nanoparticles, supporting in vivo delivery of genome engineering materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug development and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $153K *

Join a dynamic team driving innovation in cloud-based web services, enhancing product functionality and quality in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $204K *

Transform global scientific publication activities by leading strategy, overseeing processes, and ensuring compliance while driving innovation through data and vendor management for impactful scientif...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of regulatory affairs by optimizing systems and workflows, ensuring compliance, and supporting global submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain data integrity a...

Durham, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$243K - $365K *

Drive innovative medical strategies in cardiovascular care, leading cross-functional teams to exceed global goals. Shape medical agendas and engage stakeholders to transform healthcare systems through...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $294K *

Transform healthcare outcomes by leveraging data-driven insights and strategic problem-solving. Lead payer engagement initiatives, manage substantial budgets, and influence key stakeholders to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$203K - $304K *

Champion innovative AI solutions in clinical intelligence for Breast & Gynaecology. Lead a multidisciplinary team to generate impactful real-world evidence, guiding drug development and improving pati...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive laboratory testing excellence in a GMP environment, ensuring product quality through rigorous analysis and data interpretation. Collaborate with teams to enhance methodologies and train personne...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $104K *

Champion innovative training solutions by assessing client needs, designing impactful learning experiences, and evaluating outcomes to enhance performance across diverse audiences in a dynamic environ...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading CAPA and audit programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance and drive continuous improvement in quality systems, ensuring adherence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of quality control by conducting critical testing and validation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving continuous improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Join us to lead regulatory review of promotional materials, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product messaging and contribute to the success...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Join as a critical team member to manage and enhance productivity platforms, ensuring stability, security, and user satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to drive operational maturity and navigate co...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.