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Principal Medical Writer

Propharma
Propharma
7+ years
Not Disclosed
Remote, USA, Remote
10 April 24, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Principal Medical Writer (Clinical & Regulatory Documentation) – Remote | ProPharma Careers

About ProPharma
ProPharma is a leading global consulting organization with over 20 years of experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. Through its advise-build-operate model, ProPharma delivers comprehensive solutions across regulatory sciences, clinical research, pharmacovigilance, medical information, and quality & compliance. The company partners with clients to accelerate development timelines and successfully deliver innovative therapies to patients worldwide.

Job Overview
ProPharma is hiring a Principal Medical Writer to lead the development, management, and delivery of complex clinical and regulatory documents across the product lifecycle. This senior-level role requires deep expertise in medical writing, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional leadership, along with the ability to independently manage client engagements, timelines, and high-impact deliverables.

Job Location & Work Model

  • Work Type: Remote

  • Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Medical Writing & Document Leadership

  • Lead the authoring and management of clinical and regulatory documents, including:

    • Clinical study protocols and amendments

    • Clinical study reports (CSRs)

    • Investigator Brochures (IBs) and Informed Consent Forms (ICFs)

    • Patient narratives and plain language summaries

    • Clinical Evaluation Plans/Reports (CEP/CER)

    • DSURs, PBRERs, and aggregate safety reports

    • IND, NDA, BLA, MAA, and eCTD submission-level documents

  • Ensure all deliverables meet high standards of quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance

Program & Stakeholder Management

  • Manage clinical program documentation and oversee end-to-end delivery for assigned clients

  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, internal teams, and medical writing leadership

  • Lead project kickoff meetings, review cycles, and timeline management

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, and regulatory affairs

Quality & Compliance Oversight

  • Ensure adherence to global regulatory guidelines (ICH E3, ICH E6(R2), FDA, EMA, EU MDR/IVDR) and company SOPs

  • Oversee quality control (QC) processes, audit trails, and document consistency

  • Review statistical analysis plans and data presentation formats (tables, figures, listings)

  • Perform QC and peer reviews of documents as required

Leadership & Mentorship

  • Supervise, train, and mentor junior medical writers

  • Lead departmental initiatives such as process improvement and knowledge-sharing programs

  • Identify risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities, proposing actionable solutions

Project & Budget Management

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery within budget

  • Track deliverables, maintain project timelines, and communicate scope changes to leadership

  • Support administrative tasks including tracker updates and meeting coordination

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Advanced expertise in clinical and regulatory medical writing

  • Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, ICH guidelines)

  • Proven ability to manage complex regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, BLA, MAA)

  • Exceptional project management and organizational skills

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Word, including formatting of tables, graphs, and figures

  • Strong communication and client management skills

  • Familiarity with AMA (American Medical Association) writing style

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations

  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

  • High attention to detail with a quality-driven mindset

Educational Qualifications

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

  • Advanced degree preferred

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum: 7+ years of experience in medical writing (clinical and/or regulatory)

  • Freshers: Not eligible

  • Required: Experience in CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industry

  • Preferred: Extensive experience with global regulatory submissions and leadership of writing teams

Why Join ProPharma

  • Lead high-impact global regulatory and clinical documentation projects

  • Work with top-tier pharmaceutical and biotech clients

  • Opportunity to mentor teams and influence medical writing strategy

  • Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment

  • Remote flexibility with global exposure

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
ProPharma is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to succeed. The organization values collaboration, innovation, and equal opportunity.

Application Process
All applications are reviewed by ProPharma’s recruitment team to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process. Candidates will receive updates on their application status. ProPharma does not use AI-based screening tools.

Important Notice
ProPharma does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Direct inquiries via phone or email regarding this role are not permitted.