Senior Level Director Medical Writing Jobs

Senior level director medical writing jobs place experienced professionals in charge of regulatory strategy, submission quality, and the cross-functional teams that deliver complex clinical and medical documents. Roles are predominantly remote and hybrid across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Consulting & Professional Services, and Education, with employers like BKF Engineers, Argenx, and Alkermes hiring at this level now.

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Open roles16
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerBKF Engineers
Top cityRemote
Work type62% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Associate Director, Medical Writing
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Associate Director, Medical Writing
Travere Therapeutics
San Diego, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Writing & Journalism
$150k - $195k/yr
Master's degree

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Veristat
Senior Business Development Director – Regulatory & Medical Writing
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Veristat
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Senior Business Development Director – Regulatory & Medical Writing
Veristat
North Carolina
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$130k - $190k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
501-1,000

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Alkermes, Inc.
Director, Medical Writing
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Alkermes, Inc.
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Director, Medical Writing
Alkermes, Inc.
Waltham, Massachusetts
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Writing & Journalism
1,001-5,000

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Director, Medical Writing
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Director, Medical Writing
Bicara Therapeutics
Boston, Massachusetts
Data Analytics
Data Science
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
$222k - $258k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Nurix Therapeutics
Sr. Director, Head of Regulatory & Medical Writing
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Nurix Therapeutics
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Sr. Director, Head of Regulatory & Medical Writing
Nurix Therapeutics
Brisbane, California
Healthcare Administration
$254k - $289k
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Level Director Medical Writing Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • BKF Engineers
    BKF Engineers4
  • Argenx
    Argenx2
  • Alkermes
    Alkermes2
  • Exelixis
    Exelixis1
  • Veristat
    Veristat1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals7
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Education1
  • Medical Devices1
  • Healthcare & Medical Services1

Senior Level Director Medical Writing Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level director medical writing job?

Employers at this level expect a demonstrated history of leading regulatory submissions, managing or mentoring writing teams, and owning document strategy across complex programs. Candidates who stand out pair deep therapeutic area expertise with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive process improvements. Tailoring your application to show scope of ownership, not just output, makes the clearest impression.

Which companies hire senior level director medical writings?

Companies hiring senior level director medical writings right now include BKF Engineers, Argenx, and Alkermes, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level is concentrated among large pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, contract research organizations, and medical communications agencies managing high-volume regulatory programs.

Are there remote senior level director medical writing jobs?

Yes, remote and hybrid arrangements are common at this level given the document-centric nature of the work. About 38% of senior level director medical writing openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how broadly the industry has adopted flexible work models for experienced regulatory writing professionals.

What makes a director medical writing role senior level?

Senior level director medical writing roles are defined by ownership rather than execution. Professionals at this stage set documentation standards, lead or mentor teams of writers, oversee multiple submission tracks simultaneously, and serve as the primary regulatory writing voice in cross-functional planning. The expectation shifts from producing high-quality documents to ensuring an entire program's written output meets strategic and compliance goals.

Which industries hire the most senior level director medical writings?

Senior Level director medical writing roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Consulting & Professional Services, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand because their regulatory pipelines require sustained, expert-level oversight of submissions, clinical study reports, and agency communications throughout the product lifecycle.