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Principal Med Writer

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
8+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 20, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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 – Clinical Research

Company: [Insert Company Name]
Location: Remote, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Medical Writing / Clinical Research
Experience Required: 8+ years


Job Overview

We are seeking a Principal Medical Writer to provide expert-level medical and scientific writing support across clinical development projects. The role involves planning, drafting, and reviewing complex clinical documents, mentoring junior writers, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. This position requires strong therapeutic and scientific expertise and offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact studies in a remote, global environment.


Key Responsibilities

Medical Writing & Documentation

  • Research, draft, and edit clinical study reports, protocols, Investigator Brochures (IBs), INDs, and MAAs

  • Serve as primary author on complex scientific and program-level documents

  • Review and approve documents prepared by other team members to ensure scientific and regulatory accuracy

  • Summarize clinical data effectively for regulatory submission and internal use

Leadership & Mentorship

  • Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior medical writers and project managers

  • Act as subject matter expert in therapeutic areas, regulatory requirements, and document best practices

  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance document quality and efficiency

Project Management Support

  • Act as backup program manager for assigned projects, including timelines, budgets, forecasts, and contract modifications

  • Assist in business development activities, such as proposal text review, bid defense meetings, and client presentations

  • Represent the medical writing function at project launch meetings, review meetings, and team meetings


Education & Experience

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field)

  • Advanced degree preferred

Experience:

  • 8+ years of experience in medical writing for the pharmaceutical/CRO industry

  • Proven experience managing complex medical writing projects

  • Professional certifications (AMWA, EMWA, RAC) are advantageous


Skills & Competencies

  • Deep understanding of global, regional, and national regulatory guidelines for document preparation

  • Expertise in therapeutic, preclinical, regulatory, and submission documents

  • Strong data interpretation, editorial, proofreading, and writing skills

  • Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to mentor, lead, and motivate junior staff

  • Advanced interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills

  • High degree of independence, judgment, and decision-making ability


Career Growth & Global Exposure

  • Exposure to international clinical studies and high-profile therapeutic areas

  • Opportunity to lead medical writing projects and contribute to regulatory submissions worldwide

  • Professional development through mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership opportunities

  • Enhance skills in AI-enabled writing tools, submission management, and regulatory communications


Why Join

  • Global Impact: Contribute to life-changing therapies reaching patients worldwide

  • Leadership Role: Take ownership of complex medical writing projects and mentor junior staff

  • Professional Development: Access to continuous learning, stretch assignments, and career growth

  • Innovation: Work with advanced clinical trial documentation tools and global teams