Principal Medical Writer

Syneos Health

. Lead clear and accurate completion of complex medical writing deliverables .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $95,000 - $175,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in medical writing, including the development of clinical and regulatory documents, manuscripts, and presentations, while adhering to industry guidelines and standards. Proven ability to lead publication planning and execution, mentor teams, and manage cross-functional collaborations effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree In Scientific DisciplineMedical Writing ExperiencePublication Planning And ExecutionAI Tools UtilizationICH E3 Guidelines Adherence

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Clinical Document DevelopmentRegulatory Document PreparationStatistical Analysis Plan ReviewContent DevelopmentPublication StrategyManuscript WritingAbstract WritingPresentation DevelopmentQuality Review CoordinationTechnical Subject Matter Expertise

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementMentoringCommunicationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsData Management SystemsBiostatistics SoftwareMedical Affairs Platforms

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyMedical CommunicationsConsultingICH Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead clear and accurate completion of complex medical writing deliverables
Manage medical writing activities for individual studies, define document strategy, and coordinate activities across departments
Complete clinical and regulatory documents, manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations
Advise clients and study teams on data presentation and production strategies
Lead team document reviews and coordinate quality and editorial reviews
Serve as an expert peer reviewer for internal teams
Review statistical analysis plans and table, figure, and listing specifications
Build relationships with clients and cross-functional teams in data management, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs
Perform online clinical literature searches and comply with copyright requirements
Identify solutions, serve as a technical subject matter expert, and contribute to internal materials and process improvements
Mentor and lead less experienced medical writers
Develop expertise in industry topics and regulatory requirements and engage with industry groups
Monitor project budgets, contribute to bid projections, and communicate status and timeline changes
Represent medical writing on clinical study teams, at conferences, meetings, and client presentations
Complete administrative tasks and other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in a scientific discipline required (MS, PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent)
PhD or PharmD strongly preferred
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical communications, or consulting industries
Demonstrated experience leading publication planning, publication strategy, and publication execution programs
Proven track record developing and executing integrated publication plans across multiple studies and assets
Strong hands-on scientific writing and content development experience, including manuscripts, congress abstracts, posters, and presentations
Experience utilizing AI tools and technologies to support publication development
Preferred location: U.S. East Coast
Ability to adhere to ICH E3 guidelines, company standard operating procedures, client standards, approved templates, authorship requirements, and style and formatting guides
Minimal travel may be required (less than 25%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition and total rewards program
Company car or car allowance
Medical, Dental and Vision health benefits
Company match 401k
Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
Flexible paid time off (PTO)
Sick time
Reasonable accommodations, when appropriate