About this role
About the Role ICON is seeking a Senior Medical Writer to lead the development and execution of medical writing strategies for clinical research projects. This role will drive the preparation and review of essential study documents and contribute to publication planning and cross-functional collaboration. What You'll Do
- Lead the preparation, review, and editing of clinical study documents, including protocols, CSRs, IBs, and regulatory submissions, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (clinical research, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, medical affairs) to interpret trial data, summarize findings, and communicate insights in written form.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of clinical development programs, providing strategic input and scientific guidance for study design, conduct, and interpretation.
- Support development of publication plans, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
- Mentor and coach junior medical writers, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning within the team. What We're Looking For
- Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field; 3-5 years of medical writing experience in pharma/biotech/CRO.
- Proficiency in interpreting and summarizing complex clinical trial data and statistical analyses; excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to communicate scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA) and experience interacting with regulatory agencies during review and approval.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision-making. Nice to Have
- Business-level English (reading, writing, speaking) and ability to perform project leadership responsibilities. Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits; overview of additional perks per country.
- Annual leave entitlements, health insurance offerings, retirement planning options.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme LifeWorks with 24-hour access to a network of professionals.
- Life assurance, flexible country-specific optional benefits (childcare vouchers, bike schemes, gym discounts, travel savings, health assessments, etc.).