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.
Senior Clinical Scientist - Oncology - Home Based
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of oncology research by leading clinical studies, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving scientific excellence in trial design and execution...
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Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing client relationships and bond requests in a dynamic surety environment. Leverage your expertise to support producers and enhance client satisfaction while navi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage client accounts, ensuring seamless bond requests and communication with underwriters. Leverage your expertise to support producers and enhance client relationships in...
2 weeks ago
Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing client surety needs, providing exceptional service, and supporting account management initiatives in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise to en...
2 weeks ago
Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by managing client relationships and bond requests in a dynamic surety environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional service and support to clients while dr...
2 weeks ago
Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Support Producers and Account Executives in managing surety client accounts, addressing bond requests, and ensuring effective communication with clients and underwriters in a collaborative team enviro...
2 weeks ago
Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Champion client relationships by managing surety accounts, addressing bond requests, and collaborating with underwriters. Leverage your expertise to enhance service delivery and support a dynamic team...
2 weeks ago
Senior Surety Client Service Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Lead client management initiatives in a dynamic surety environment, supporting producers and account executives. Manage client needs, analyze data, and communicate effectively with underwriters to ens...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing complex clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality outcomes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to enhance...
2 weeks ago
Director Medical Development, MRD Breast Portfolio
$149K - $298K *
Lead the charge in advancing precision oncology strategies, focusing on clinical and translational development for breast cancer diagnostics, while fostering cross-functional collaboration and buildin...
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Director Medical Development, MRD Breast Portfolio
$149K - $298K *
Lead the charge in precision oncology, developing strategies and overseeing clinical research initiatives to advance diagnostic tests for breast cancer, collaborating across teams to enhance patient o...
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Senior Director Access Experience Team
$191K - $280K *
The Senior Director of the Access Experience Team will lead strategic initiatives for clients in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, focusing on payer marketing and access strategies. This r...
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Senior Research Associate - Technology Development
$104K - $110K *
Join a team that's advancing the future of gene editing through innovative assay development and data-driven solutions. Collaborate with experts to optimize workflows and drive impactful research at t...
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Senior Director, Decision Support - Corporate Markets
$156K - $290K *
Transform financial insights into strategic growth initiatives while leading a high-performing finance team. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive profitability, forecasting, and M&A activities in...
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$70K - $96K *
Shape the future of clinical research by overseeing data management activities throughout the study lifecycle. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to ensure the collection and validation of high...
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Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development
$312K - $444K *
Unlock potential by leading and executing clinical trials for oncology products. Collaborate with teams to design studies, monitor safety, and ensure compliance with regulations while driving innovati...
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Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development
$312K - $444K *
Innovate with us to lead and execute clinical trials for oncology products. Collaborate on study design, data analysis, and regulatory reporting while ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standa...
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Director, Medical Affairs Operations
$190K - $237K *
Champion global Medical Affairs Operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing compliance, and optimizing vendor management. Drive team development and operational excellence to support organi...
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Senior Principal Scientist, Drug Safety
$282K - $444K *
Lead the charge in clinical risk management and safety surveillance for investigational and marketed products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust safety assessments and develop r...
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Senior Quality Control Analyst
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as you ensure product quality and regulatory compliance. Lead method development and validation in a cGMP environment, collaborating across departments to support innovative produc...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Quality Leader
$110K - $130K *
Champion engineering quality by leading strategy and governance to ensure designs meet customer and regulatory standards, driving continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration for optimal...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing clinical trial operations, ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective oversight, team development, and strategic resource allocation across diverse clinical programs...
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Account Director, Biologics Analytical Services
$110K - $150K *
Unlock new business opportunities by driving growth in biologics analytical services. Engage with biopharmaceutical clients, assess their needs, and lead the sales cycle from prospecting to contract e...
1 week ago
Sr Quality Engineer (New Product Development)
$87K - $149K *
Transform your career by leading Design Quality Engineering for innovative diabetes management devices, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout development. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Delivery Lead, Design Research & Strategy
$145K - $165K *
Empower us to lead strategic design research projects, integrating insights and technology to drive actionable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to shape innovative solutio...
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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.