Global Head, Medical Writing

Work Location: Billerica, MassachusettsShift: NoDepartment: HC-RD-RO Regulatory OncologyRecruiter: Sarah EllisThis information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.Your Role:As the Global Head of Medical Writing, you will shape and lead a high-performing, global function that sits at the heart of clinical development and regulatory success. In this pivotal senior leadership role, you will build, develop, and manage a team of over 100 medical writing professionals, driving the delivery of timely, high-quality clinical documentation across a complex and fast-moving global portfolio. You will set the strategic direction for medical writing standards, processes, and tools, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of regulatory science and documentation excellence. Working in close partnership with clinical, regulatory, and vendor management stakeholders, you will translate organizational priorities into operational plans that consistently deliver results at scale. This is a rare opportunity to leave a lasting impact on how a global medical writing function operates, innovates, and elevates the quality of science that ultimately serves patients worldwide.Location: 3x/week hybrid schedule in Billerica, MA.Key Accountabilities:Responsible for building, leading, and managing the Global Medical Writing Team (5-10 direct reports, Total staff >100)Identify project staffing requirements, develop and maintain staffing plans to meet project demandEnsure the delivery of timely and high-quality MW deliverables according to global project plansWork closely with vendor management to ensure implementation of operating model and delivery to contractsOversee the preparation of strategies documents prepared by Medical Writing Leads, Identify gaps in skills and drive continuous improvementDevelop clinical documentation processes that ensure consistency and controlOversee and ensure standards for clinical documents are developed, used and maintained.Ensure the company follows state of the art standards / regulations / tools in medical writing activitiesOversee, coach and supervise vendors to ensure milestones meet timelines and deliverables are of high qualityWho You Are:Minimum Qualifications:Advanced degree in a scientific or writing discipline (Master’s or PhD).At least 12 years of relevant Medical Writing experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.A minimum of 5 years established track record managing large medical writing teams within global, matrixed organizations.Ability to travel as needed.Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrated skill and engagement in state of the art medical writing tools.Established track record driving the adoption of modern tools to facilitate efficient and effective medical writing.Pay Range for this position: $234,800 – 352,200The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.