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Principal Med Writer

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
8+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 30, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Principal Medical Writer – Remote, India

Location: Remote, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: R-01332281
Category: Clinical Research / Medical Writing / Pharmaceutical


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Principal Medical Writer to join our global clinical research team. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to lead high-quality medical and scientific writing projects for clinical studies, regulatory submissions, and program-level documentation. The Principal Medical Writer will also mentor junior writers, provide strategic guidance on document development, and ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead development, review, and editing of clinical study reports, study protocols, investigator brochures (IBs), INDs, and marketing authorization applications (MAAs).

  • Serve as primary author for complex clinical and scientific documents, demonstrating therapeutic area expertise.

  • Provide senior-level review of routine and complex medical writing documents.

  • Mentor and train junior writers and program managers on document preparation, regulatory requirements, software tools, and therapeutic area knowledge.

  • Ensure compliance with quality processes, SOPs, and client-specific guidelines.

  • Lead process improvement initiatives, including developing and reviewing best practices and performance metrics.

  • Act as backup program manager, including project timelines, budgets, forecasts, contract modifications, and client communications.

  • Represent the medical writing department at project launch meetings, review meetings, and cross-functional team discussions.


Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.

  • 8+ years of experience in medical writing, including managing and directing complex projects.

  • Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry preferred.

  • Additional professional qualifications in medical writing (AMWA, EMWA, RAC) are advantageous.

  • Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may also be considered.


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of global, regional, and national regulatory document development guidelines.

  • Expertise in one or more therapeutic or specialty areas, including preclinical, clinical, regulatory, and medical communications.

  • Excellent data interpretation, scientific writing, editorial, and proofreading skills.

  • Advanced project management, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

  • High degree of independence in decision-making, with excellent judgment.

  • Ability to mentor and lead junior staff effectively.

  • Exceptional interpersonal, oral, written, and presentation skills.


Career Growth & Opportunities

As a Principal Medical Writer, you will gain:

  • Global Exposure: Work on international clinical studies, regulatory submissions, and program-level documentation.

  • Leadership Development: Mentor and guide junior writers, participate in strategic document planning, and support program management.

  • Professional Advancement: Opportunities to grow into Medical Writing Lead, Director, or Therapeutic Area Expert roles within clinical development.

  • Cutting-Edge Experience: Contribute to high-visibility projects in a fast-paced, regulatory-driven environment, building expertise in medical communications and global standards.


Why Join

Join a leading global CRO and contribute to bringing life-changing therapies to patients worldwide. Our team fosters a collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented environment, where your expertise in medical writing directly impacts clinical and regulatory outcomes.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable career opportunities. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.