Principal Medical Writer

SummaryThe Principal Medical Writer (PMW) is the accountable lead for his/her compound(s). The PMW works closely with Medical Directors, Biostatisticians, Regulatory Liaisons, and others to develop high-quality clinical documents and is responsible for helping to drive document strategy, development, and resourcing. PMWs will also write clinical documents (including Module 2 documents required for regulatory submissions) and oversee the work of junior/outsourced writers. The PMW will also seek to improve MW processes and may work in larger process improvement teams within Global Development.Job ResponsibilitiesWorks with the clinical team as accountable lead for assigned compounds with overall responsibility for clinical documents including CSRs, protocols, ICFs, narratives, IB and other regulatory documents in a variety of therapeutic areasLeads MW effort on submission document writing, working closely with Medical Directors, Biostatisticians and/or Regulatory LiaisonsRepresents MW at meetingsDrives document development meetingsArticulates document strategy and timelinesIdentifies the appropriate parties for a document content decision, and if a discussion is faltering, bring the discussion back on track with minimal fussFollows discussions to their conclusion, synthesizes the message, and presents clear accurate prose quickly Participates in process improvement initiatives, working groups, etc. within MW and throughout Global DevelopmentManages processes and organizes priorities; solves problems; fosters collaboration to resolves conflictOversees the work of junior and outsourced MWs and will also write documents independentlyReviews CSR-related documents (Statistical Analysis Plans, TFLs) to help ensure appropriate content for inclusionWrites in plain language style as appropriate (eg, for ICFs)Explains complex medical/scientific concepts (such as medical procedures, clinical study design, and drug mechanisms) to a lay or patient audienceEnsures adherence to applicable guidelines, templates and SOPs for all MW documents provided for therapeutic areaRemains compliant with internal trainingJob RequirementsEducationBachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred)ExperienceMinimum of 7 years relevant MW experience including strong understanding of biostatistics (relevant advanced degree may offset some of the experience requirementMinimum 2 years management experience preferredExpert knowledge of the clinical research process and regulations/guidelinesExpert clinical document reading, writing, and editing experienceExcellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent knowledge of MS WORD, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint, and electronic document management systemsAbility to manage multiple projectsThorough understanding of ICH GCP guidelinesDoes this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. 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