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 Medical Science Liaison - Western US
$180K - $190K *
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Pharmaceutical Development Scientist II
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical development. This role focuses on formulation and process design for oral solid dosage forms, ensuring compliance and quality in clinical trial...
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Safety Data Sheet Authoring Senior Specialist
$95K - $153K *
Lead the charge in global SDS authoring and hazard communication compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage product stewardship activities, ensuring regulatory adherence and supporting Dange...
Reposted today
$108K - $130K *
Take ownership of environmental, health, and safety programs, ensuring compliance and minimizing risks. Lead a team in a dynamic manufacturing environment, driving strategic initiatives and fostering...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Medical Director, Lung Cancer and Early Pipeline
$268K - $402K *
Drive strategic medical affairs initiatives in lung cancer, leading evidence generation and cross-functional collaboration to enhance product development and patient outcomes in oncology...
1 week ago
Sr. Account Director, Cell & Gene Therapy
$119K - $172K *
Transform client relationships by securing new business in the Cell & Gene Therapy space. Collaborate with internal teams to assess needs, develop proposals, and drive opportunities from initial conta...
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Associate Director, Medical Strategy
$165K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead medical strategy initiatives, drive client interactions, and elevate brand communications. Utilize your expertise to develop insights and strategies that enhance client...
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Journalist / Feature Writer - Walter Reed (Onsite; Award Contingent)
$86K - $129K *
Empower impactful storytelling by managing editorial projects and crafting compelling narratives that highlight clinical advancements and patient success. Collaborate with multimedia teams to produce...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at key Pharma and CRO accounts, driving engagement and growth through strategic management and relationship building. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance clinical research out...
2 weeks ago
Senior Drug Safety Systems Analyst
$100K - $120K *
Champion compliance and data integrity in drug safety systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting processes, develop automated tools, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards while supp...
1 week ago
Patient and Device Safety Director, Digital Science - Evinova
$194K - $254K *
Lead the scientific direction for digital solutions in clinical development, ensuring safety, compliance, and user engagement. Oversee innovation, patient safety, regulatory frameworks, and cross-func...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading complex business analysis and operational improvement initiatives. Collaborate across teams to design solutions that enhance workflows, drive technology adoption, and de...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $120K *
Unlock the potential of complex initiatives by leading business analysis, workflow design, and project execution. Collaborate across teams to translate operational needs into actionable solutions that...
3 weeks ago
Group Project Manager, Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Advertising
$120K - $150K *
Champion integrated project management for complex pharmaceutical advertising, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery within scope and budget while mentoring junior staff and enhanci...
2 weeks ago
Sr Mgr Regulatory Compliance - Medical Events, Vigilance & AE Case Reporting
$154K - $231K *
Transform safety management by leading medical device vigilance and pharmacovigilance activities. Ensure compliance with global regulations while overseeing adverse event reporting and risk assessment...
2 weeks ago
Sr Manager, Medical Communications – Empaveli (US Medical Affairs)
$136K - $181K *
Join a team that's shaping impactful medical communications strategies to enhance patient outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop compliant publications and omnichannel tactics focused on...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Global New Product Planning: Cardiovascular Gene Editing
$166K - $244K *
Transform the landscape of cardiovascular gene editing by driving strategic insights and commercial planning. Collaborate across teams to shape innovative solutions that meet patient and physician nee...
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Senior Manager, Clinical & Statistical Programming (CS&P) Methodology
$140K - $241K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative strategies in clinical and statistical programming. Drive efficiency and quality through advanced technologies, while mentoring teams and collaborating across...
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Senior Director, Clinical Development, Pulmovant
$180K - $220K *
Bring your expertise to lead the design and execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance and high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and key opinion leaders, driving strate...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Alternative Models Operations Manager
$120K - $222K *
Drive efficiency and innovation in pharmacy operations, ensuring top-tier patient support and budget management. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement programs that enhance patient care and oper...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Provide advanced technical leadership in product design and development, focusing on innovation. Collaborate with manufacturing and project management to ensure seamless production startup and support...
3 weeks ago
Sr Manager, Clinical Trial Lead
$141K - $188K *
Elevate clinical trial success by leading operational planning and execution across studies. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory s...
1 week ago
Sr Marketing Manager, NPP HCP Marketing
$120K - $145K *
Drive the charge in innovative non-personal promotional marketing strategies, focusing on HCP and patient engagement. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize digital media spend and enhance brand visi...
4 days ago
Senior Product Marketing Manager
$130K - $155K *
Join a dynamic team as a pivotal Senior Product Marketing Manager, shaping product narratives and go-to-market strategies. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive growth and enhance u...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$124K - $161K *
Champion process excellence by optimizing manufacturing workflows, driving improvements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in productio...
2 weeks ago
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.