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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 (Primary function)
The Associate Director, Principal Medical Writer II is responsible for the development of clinical documents for submissions to regulatory authorities globally. Provides strategic direction to cross-functional project teams with minimal oversight to ensure that 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. Oversees the medical writing activities of multiple compounds and serves as lead writer for individual summary documents. Has a broad understanding of clinical research processes and global regulatory document standards. Mentors less experienced writers. Reports to a Director of Medical Writing or above.
Essential Functions of the Job (Key responsibilities)
- Lead or participate in defining and writing standard operating procedures and best practices for an efficient preparation of quality documents. Provides guidance and support to less experienced medical writing staff.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives.
- Review other documents associated with the assigned project(s) (eg, Protocols and Statistical Analysis Plans), as appropriate.
- 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, 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 the assigned programs/compounds.
- Develop regulatory documents for submission to regulatory agencies globally, in accordance with ICH and other global guidelines, standards and processes, and Incyte authoring standards, as applicable, in adherence with study/project timelines and corporate objectives.
Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Advanced degree in a relevant scientific/clinical/regulatory field or equivalent experience preferred.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills needed to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficient in MS Word. Experience with an electronic document management system and templates is required.
- Proficient understanding and knowledge of global regulatory requirements needed and knowledge of therapeutic areas in all phases of clinical development preferred.
- 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.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret clinical and scientific data with minimal oversight; ability to define data presentation to meet key messages developed by the clinical team.
- Ability to interact effectively with colleagues and leaders at all levels, proactively facilitating effective information exchange and communication, including problem solving and issue resolution.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead 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.
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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Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal medical writer jobs.
- Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related field plus substantial medical writing experience
- Demonstrated authorship of regulatory documents including clinical study reports and module 2 summaries
- Deep knowledge of ICH guidelines, FDA regulations, and EMA submission requirements
- Proficiency with document management systems and structured authoring tools such as eCTD publishing platforms
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across clinical, regulatory, and statistical functions
- AMWA or RAC certification preferred for senior regulatory medical writing positions
Tips for Your Principal Medical Writer Job Search
Tailor your resume to submission type
Hiring managers for principal medical writer roles distinguish between regulatory writers and publications writers. Separate your experience by document type, such as CSRs, INDs, and NDAs, so reviewers can immediately see where your depth lives.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists principal medical writer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your regulatory document output
Instead of listing 'authored regulatory documents,' specify the number of submissions you contributed to, the therapeutic areas covered, and whether they reached approval. Reviewers at this level expect demonstrated ownership, not general participation.
Filter openings by therapeutic area fit
Principal medical writer postings often require disease-area expertise in oncology, CNS, or rare disease. Prioritize roles where your therapeutic background matches, since a strong fit there outweighs slight gaps in document type experience.
Prepare a writing sample for each document type
Many hiring processes for this role include a practical writing exercise or request a blinded sample. Have a CSR executive summary, a publications abstract, and a regulatory section ready to share, each representing your independent work.
Negotiate scope before discussing title
At the principal level, your leverage is document ownership and cross-functional lead responsibilities. Clarify in late-stage interviews which submission programs you will own end to end, then use that scope to anchor your compensation conversation.
Principal Medical Writer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most principal medical writers?
The companies hiring the most principal medical writers right now include Veristat, サイネオス・ヘルス, and Syneos Health, with the largest share of openings in New York, Arizona, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. CROs and large pharma companies tend to post the most consistent volume at this seniority level.
How many principal medical writer jobs are remote?
About 75% of principal medical writer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-centric nature of the role. Regulatory writing and publications positions tend to offer the highest remote availability, while roles requiring frequent on-site collaboration with clinical or biostatistics teams are more likely to be hybrid.
How do you become a principal medical writer?
You typically start with an advanced degree in a life sciences field, then build document authorship experience across clinical study reports, regulatory summaries, and scientific publications. Progressing to the principal level requires demonstrating ownership of full submissions, leading author teams, and developing expertise in a specific therapeutic area. Pursuing AMWA certification and contributing to cross-functional regulatory strategy accelerates advancement.
Can you get hired as a principal medical writer with limited experience?
Breaking in at the principal level without direct regulatory writing experience is difficult, but candidates who hold a PhD and have published peer-reviewed clinical research can sometimes transition into publications-focused roles first. From there, moving into regulatory writing at a CRO builds the submission experience hiring managers expect. Freelance regulatory projects are another way to build a documented authorship portfolio before applying to full-time principal roles.
What does the principal medical writer interview process look like?
The process typically includes an initial screening with HR, a technical interview with a medical writing lead or regulatory affairs director, and a practical writing exercise where you draft or critique a document excerpt. Final rounds often involve a presentation to a cross-functional panel. Interviewers focus on your submission experience, your approach to author team management, and how you handle conflicting input from clinical and statistical stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to principal medical writer jobs?
You can find and apply to principal medical writer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your therapeutic area and document type experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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