Senior Level Medical Writing Manager Jobs
Senior level medical writing manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of regulatory strategy, cross-functional team leadership, and the end-to-end integrity of clinical and scientific documentation. Roles range from fully on-site to remote and hybrid across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Argenx, Alkermes, and Exelixis hiring at this level now.
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A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On, Incyte follows science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development, and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Hematology, Oncology and Inflammation and Autoimmunity.
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
JOB SUMMARY
The Director, Medical Writing is responsible for the medical writing activity within a portfolio of programs. Ensures oversight of the development of the clinical documents (eg, Investigators' Brochures [IBs], Clinical Study Reports [CSRs], and marketing authorization submission documents) accurately and consistently present key data-driven clinical messages in accordance with program goals and regulatory requirements. Writes or provides direction and leadership to other writers to ensure the timely delivery of high quality documents that are scientifically rigorous, logically organized, and have accurate data presentation and interpretation. While partnering with the Head of Medical Writing, ensures the deliverables are resourced, any issues are escalated, and the strategic direction of the clinical documents for submission to regulatory authorities globally is sound. Keeps abreast of the clinical development of each of the compounds within the programs assigned and has functional understanding of global regulatory document standards. May have direct people management responsibilities. Reports to a Director of Medical Writing or above, and, if a people manager, is a member of the Medical Writing Leadership Team contributing to the strategic direction of the department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
- Develop regulatory documents for submission to regulatory agencies globally, in accordance with ICH and other global guidelines, standards and processes, as well as Incyte authoring standards, as applicable, in adherence with study/project timelines and corporate objectives.
- Lead, manage, and coordinate all internal and external clinical medical writing activities associated with the preparation, compilation, and submission of applications to regulatory authorities globally for assigned programs/compounds.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide input regarding medical writing deliverables, timelines, and any process(es) needed for the completion of regulatory documents.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives. Serve as a subject matter expert (eg, document type, process, technology).
- Lead or participate in defining and writing standard operating procedures and best practices for an efficient preparation of quality documents.
- Oversee contract medical writing resources as required to ensure timely completion of assigned projects, which may include defining and reviewing of scopes of work (content and financial) within the assigned programs.
- May have direct people management responsibility of writers including providing mentoring and facilitating employee professional development.
- Serve as a member of the Medical Writing Leadership Team, if a people manager, helping to define the strategic direction and process improvements both within MW and cross-functionally.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree in a relevant scientific/clinical/regulatory field preferred.
- More than 10 years medical writing experience in the biopharmaceutical/CRO industry required.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret clinical and scientific data; ability to define data presentation to meet key messages developed by the clinical team.
- Excellent project management skills including in depth understanding of clinical timelines (study and submission level) and working knowledge of roles of other functional areas and the interdependencies among groups.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills needed to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficient understanding and knowledge of global regulatory requirements is needed and knowledge of therapeutic areas in all phases of clinical development desired.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead the clinical portions of a marketing authorization submission including the development, review, and approval of clinical documents and the ability to identify any new or unique document types that may require a different approach.
- Proficient in MS Word. Working knowledge using an electronic document management system; ability to use document templates; ability to work with multiple document template styles and types.
- Ability to interact effectively with team members/leaders and senior leaders at Incyte proactively facilitating effective information exchange/communication (including problem solving and issue resolution).
- If direct people manager, prior management experience preferred. Ability to manage people and provide active support in all aspects of the job.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.
Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Senior Level Medical Writing Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level medical writing manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned regulatory submissions, led writing teams through multiple product lifecycles, and can translate complex clinical data into clear, audit-ready documents. A strong portfolio of NDA, BLA, or IND submissions carries significant weight, as does demonstrated experience mentoring junior writers and collaborating directly with regulatory affairs and clinical development leadership.
Which companies hire senior level medical writing managers?
Companies hiring senior level medical writing managers right now include Argenx, Alkermes, and Exelixis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level concentrates in large pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and medical device manufacturers that manage high-volume regulatory pipelines and need experienced leaders to maintain documentation quality across programs.
Are there remote senior level medical writing manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by company size and regulatory function. About 71% of senior level medical writing manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the document-driven nature of the work. Roles tied to hands-on lab or cross-site team oversight tend to require at least a hybrid presence, while pure submission and strategy roles often remain fully remote.
What makes a medical writing manager role senior level?
Senior level roles are distinguished by ownership of entire submission packages rather than individual documents, authority over departmental standards and SOPs, and responsibility for mentoring and performance-managing writing staff. These positions also involve direct engagement with regulatory agencies, cross-functional steering committees, and executive stakeholders, requiring both deep technical expertise and organizational leadership that mid-level roles typically do not demand.
Which industries hire the most senior level medical writing managers?
Senior Level medical writing manager roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Technology & Software, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate under strict regulatory frameworks that require experienced leaders to oversee complex documentation programs and ensure compliance across multiple products and markets simultaneously.