Senior Medical Writer Jobs
Senior Medical Writer jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotech, contract research, medical device, and healthcare organizations, from associate to principal level, with specializations in regulatory affairs, clinical documentation, and scientific publications. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing to life our Mission: enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development, and delivery of life-changing therapies. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.
Effective communication of evidence and information is essential to conveying the value of products. Our highly trained staff provide medical writing services for the peri- and post-approval phases of the product lifecycle, helping to create a consistency in quality and voice. Our writers prepare documents that are clear, concise, compelling, and scientifically accurate, while also ensuring they are fully aligned with regulations, industry standards, and corporate guidance.
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The Publications and Scientific Communications team, part of the Medical Writing and Healthcare Communications department at Thermo Fisher Scientific, prepares medical publications, abstracts, posters, presentations, and other scientific communications. Our dynamic, highly collaborative team focuses on providing quality writing to internal collaborators and external pharmaceutical and biotech clients.
What You’ll Do in the Role
- Write, edit, and manage manuscripts, posters, abstracts, oral presentation slide decks, and review articles, on time, within budget, and with little instruction
- Raise and help resolve project management issues, such as out-of-scope requests
- Ensure compliance with quality processes and industry standards
- Represent the team as the lead contact on projects
- Lead or provide input on process improvements
Keys to Success
We are looking for an expert publication writer to join the team. The Senior Medical Writer will be responsible for leading and producing high-quality publications and scientific communications, from kick-off to completion. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in creating publications, abstracts, and posters, as well as excellent written English and analytical skills. We seek a bright teammate who is proactive, enjoys challenges, and can thrive in a highly collaborative CRO (contract research organization) environment.
Education, Experience & Skills
- Extensive proven experience as a writer of peer-reviewed medical publications (comparable to 5+ years)
- Experience working in a CRO environment preferred
- Experience of generating publication extenders (e.g., plain language summaries, video/graphical abstracts) advantageous
- Experience of publication planning/strategy advantageous
- Excellent scientific writing, project management, and digital literacy
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific field; advanced degree preferred
- In-depth knowledge of different therapeutic areas
- Additional qualifications (e.g., EMWA or CMPP certification) advantageous
- Sound professional judgement in dealing with inquiries, issues, and customer concerns
- Able to independently make decisions and solve problems
- Comfortable working on multiple projects concurrently
- Able to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively
- Able to complete work within fixed budgets and timelines and to facilitate conflict resolution among team members and clients
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Work will be 100% remote (home based)
- Occasional domestic and international travel may be required
Why Join Us?
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.
Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
Thermo Fisher Scientific does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.
NOTE: Please include in your application a cover letter describing your qualifications for the role.
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing to life our Mission: enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development, and delivery of life-changing therapies. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.
Effective communication of evidence and information is essential to conveying the value of products. Our highly trained staff provide medical writing services for the peri- and post-approval phases of the product lifecycle, helping to create a consistency in quality and voice. Our writers prepare documents that are clear, concise, compelling, and scientifically accurate, while also ensuring they are fully aligned with regulations, industry standards, and corporate guidance.
Discover Impactful Work
The Publications and Scientific Communications team, part of the Medical Writing and Healthcare Communications department at Thermo Fisher Scientific, prepares medical publications, abstracts, posters, presentations, and other scientific communications. Our dynamic, highly collaborative team focuses on providing quality writing to internal collaborators and external pharmaceutical and biotech clients.
What You’ll Do in the Role
- Write, edit, and manage manuscripts, posters, abstracts, oral presentation slide decks, and review articles, on time, within budget, and with little instruction
- Raise and help resolve project management issues, such as out-of-scope requests
- Ensure compliance with quality processes and industry standards
- Represent the team as the lead contact on projects
- Lead or provide input on process improvements
Keys to Success
We are looking for an expert publication writer to join the team. The Senior Medical Writer will be responsible for leading and producing high-quality publications and scientific communications, from kick-off to completion. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in creating publications, abstracts, and posters, as well as excellent written English and analytical skills. We seek a bright teammate who is proactive, enjoys challenges, and can thrive in a highly collaborative CRO (contract research organization) environment.
Education, Experience & Skills
- Extensive proven experience as a writer of peer-reviewed medical publications (comparable to 5+ years)
- Experience working in a CRO environment preferred
- Experience of generating publication extenders (e.g., plain language summaries, video/graphical abstracts) advantageous
- Experience of publication planning/strategy advantageous
- Excellent scientific writing, project management, and digital literacy
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific field; advanced degree preferred
- In-depth knowledge of different therapeutic areas
- Additional qualifications (e.g., EMWA or CMPP certification) advantageous
- Sound professional judgement in dealing with inquiries, issues, and customer concerns
- Able to independently make decisions and solve problems
- Comfortable working on multiple projects concurrently
- Able to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively
- Able to complete work within fixed budgets and timelines and to facilitate conflict resolution among team members and clients
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Work will be 100% remote (home based)
- Occasional domestic and international travel may be required
Why Join Us?
When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.
Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
Thermo Fisher Scientific does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status.
NOTE: Please include in your application a cover letter describing your qualifications for the role.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Syneos Health7
- BioMarin Pharmaceutical5
- Abbott2
- Precision Medicine2
- Alsac/St. Jude Children'S Research Hospital1
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals15
- Science & Research8
- Healthcare & Medical Services6
- Marketing & Advertising2
- Medical Devices2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior medical writer jobs.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related scientific field
- Five or more years of medical writing experience in pharma, biotech, or CRO settings
- Proficiency in regulatory document types including CSRs, IBDs, and CTD modules
- Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines, FDA regulations, and GCP requirements
- Experience with publications and manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed journals
- Familiarity with reference management and document control software such as EndNote or Veeva
Tips for Your Senior Medical Writer Job Search
Tailor your resume to document types
Senior medical writer roles vary widely by deliverable. Emphasize CSRs, IBs, or manuscripts depending on what the listing prioritizes. Hiring managers scan for the exact document types they need covered, so mirror their language in your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior medical writer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your therapeutic area depth
Generalist claims rarely win at the senior level. Lead with your deepest therapeutic area, whether oncology, cardiology, or rare disease, and quantify involvement by naming specific programs or development phases you've supported.
Decode the regulatory body clues
A listing heavy on FDA submission language signals a regulatory writing need, while PubMed and journal mentions signal a publications-focused role. Align your cover letter framing to whichever regulatory body or output type the job description emphasizes most.
Prepare a writing sample for each document type
Most senior medical writer interviews include a written exercise or sample review. Have a redacted CSR, protocol, or manuscript excerpt ready before you apply so you're not scrambling when the hiring manager requests one.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
At the senior level, clarify authorship expectations, review cycles, and team structure before any compensation conversation. Understanding your ownership over documents tells you how to value the role and where there's room to negotiate title or workload.
Senior Medical Writer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior medical writers?
The companies hiring the most senior medical writers right now include Syneos Health, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and Abbott, with the largest share of openings in California, New Jersey, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Pharmaceutical companies and contract research organizations consistently account for the majority of postings.
How many senior medical writer jobs are remote?
About 25% of senior medical writer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more location-flexible roles in the life sciences sector. Regulatory writing and publications roles tend to offer the highest share of remote arrangements, while those tied to on-site clinical operations are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a senior medical writer?
Start with a graduate degree in a life science, pharmacy, or health-related field, then build foundational writing experience in a junior or associate medical writer role at a CRO, pharma company, or medical communications agency. Develop expertise in a specific therapeutic area and document type, earn a Medical Writing Certification Commission credential to strengthen your candidacy, and accumulate direct experience leading regulatory submissions or peer-reviewed publications before targeting senior-level postings.
Can you break into senior medical writing without direct experience?
Moving into a senior role without prior medical writing experience is difficult, but adjacent experience in clinical research, regulatory affairs, or scientific publishing can bridge the gap. Candidates who have authored or co-authored peer-reviewed papers, managed regulatory filings, or supported clinical study documentation have successfully transitioned by emphasizing those outputs over job titles and pursuing a stepping-stone associate or staff writer role first.
What does the senior medical writer interview process look like?
Most senior medical writer interviews include an initial screening call focused on therapeutic area expertise and document experience, followed by a technical or panel interview with writing team leads and scientific staff. Expect a writing exercise or take-home assignment where you redline or draft a document excerpt. Final rounds often involve a conversation with regulatory or clinical leadership to assess strategic thinking and cross-functional communication skills.
Where can I find and apply to senior medical writer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior medical writer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, CROs, and medical communications agencies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your therapeutic area and document experience, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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