Medical Writer III, Oncology

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Beerse; Hybrid; EUR 73,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a Medical Writer III to support Oncology within our Integrated Data Analytics & Reporting (IDAR) team. The position offers hybrid onsite at Beerse, Belgium, with some remote options on a case-by-case basis.

You will write or coordinate clinical and regulatory documents and lead document planning with cross-functional teams. The role requires a science degree, 6+ years in pharma, including 4+ years in regulatory medical writing, and strong English

Qualifications

• University or college degree in a scientific field is required.
• At least 6 years of relevant pharmaceutical/scientific industry experience including 4 years regulatory medical writing.
• Oncology experience is preferred; ability to summarize complex data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Write or coordinate clinical and regulatory documents (CSRs, IBs, protocols, summaries, RMPs, responses).
• Lead cross functional document planning and review meetings with clinical teams.
• Mentor junior writers and manage timelines and project tracking.

Skills

Regulatory medical writing

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

Advanced degree (MS/PhD/MD) preferred

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Medical Affairs Group

Job Sub Function:

Medical Writing

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium, Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for Medical Writer III, Regulatory Medical Writing to support Oncology within our Integrated Data Analytics & Reporting (IDAR) business. The position may be located Beerse, Belgium; Leiden, The Netherlands; High Wycombe/Maidenhead, UK; Toronto, Canada or Spring House / Titusville, United States. The position is Hybrid (3 days onsite weekly). Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the company.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

• United Kingdom: R-105516
• Belgium/Netherlands: R-105590
• United States: R-105615
• Canada: R-105619

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

Purpose:

• Able to write and coordinate basic and complex documents, independently when working within own therapeutic area (TA), and under supervision when working across TAs.
• Leads in a team environment and matrix.
• Able to function as a lead MW on most compounds, under supervision.
• Actively participates in or leads process working groups.
• Provides input into functional tactics/strategy (eg, writing teams, process working groups).
• Highly proficient in the use of internal systems, tools, and processes.

You will be responsible for:

• Writing or coordinating clinical and regulatory documents such as, but not limited to, CSRs, IBs, protocols, summary documents, RMPs, regulatory responses, and briefing documents.
• Leading cross-functional (eg, with clinical team) document planning and review meetings. Interacting with cross-functional colleagues on document content and champions MW processes and best practices. Responsible for establishing document timelines and strategies in accordance with internal processes, with some mentorship from functional management and clinical team, as needed.
• Completing all time reporting, training, metrics database, and project tracking updates as required in relevant company systems.
• Able to function as a lead writer on most compounds (or submissions, indications, or disease areas) under supervision. Is primary point of contact for medical writing activities for the cross-functional team (eg, clinical).
• Coaching or mentoring more junior staff on document planning, processes, and content. Provides peer review as needed.
• Actively participating in or leads process working groups.

Principal Relationships:

• Internal: manager, other writers cross-functional contacts (eg, clinical, regulatory, or biostatistical functions) involved in the preparation and planning of clinical documents.
• External: May interact with or oversee day-to-day work by contractors or external service providers as needed under supervision. May collaborate with external partner company staff on codeveloped compounds.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A university/college degree in a scientific discipline is required. An advanced degree (eg, Masters, PhD, MD) is preferred.
• At least 6 years of relevant pharmaceutical/scientific industry experience including at least 4 years of regulatory medical writing experience!
• Oncology therapeutic area experience is preferred.
• Ability to recognize how to best interpret, summarize, and present statistical and medical information to ensure quality and accuracy of content in complex document types under general supervision.
• Compound lead and/or submission lead experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential, along with the ability to collaborate with global teams and stakeholders across time zones, requiring some flexibility in your daily routine.
• Able to build solid and positive relationships with cross‑functional team members.
• Strong leadership skills, both in project and process management as well as in time management (influencing, negotiating, assertiveness, taking initiative). Resolves complex problems under supervision.
• Able to resolve complex problems under supervision.
• Demonstrate learning agility (self-development) and mentoring competency (development of others).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Builds solid and productive relationships with cross-functional team members.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affinite Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Belgium: The anticipated base pay range for this position is 72,500 to 115,230 euro.

Netherlands: The anticipated base pay range for this position is 64,000 - 103,040 euro.

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers

This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Required Skills:

Business Writing, Clinical Research and Regulations, Clinical Trials Operations, Coaching, Collaboration, Communication, Copy Editing, Data Synthesis, Industry Analysis, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Proofreading, Quality Standards, Research Ethics, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Preferred Skills:

The anticipated pay range for this position, in the primary posting location, is:

The anticipated pay ranges for additional locations are:

Belgium: The anticipated base pay range for this position is 72,500 to 115,230 euro.
Netherlands: The anticipated base pay range for this position is 64,000 - 103,040 euro.

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, and programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.