Lead Medical Writer, Oncology – Remote Leader & Mentor

Avalere; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible hybrid/remote work options

Generous vacation and holidays

Job summary

Avalere Health is seeking a Lead Medical Writer to own the delivery of scientifically accurate content across oncology-focused medical communications projects, transforming complex data into engaging content for healthcare professionals.

You will lead multiple accounts, ensure editorial excellence from planning through final review, and guide writers while supporting client interactions. This role offers a clear career pathway and leadership growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in the life sciences; PharmD or PhD advantageous.
• 3+ years of medical or scientific writing experience in healthcare consultancy or medical communications.
• Experience developing scientific content across therapeutic areas; Oncology is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to manage a variety of scientific content types, including publications, with accuracy and flow.

Responsibilities

• Act as lead writer and client contact for assigned accounts.
• Develop content with your project team to ensure quality editorial implementation.
• Communicate with editorial, client, vendor and project teams to meet deadlines and budget.
• Provide briefing, guidance and direction to junior writers in the team.
• Provide high-quality scientific oversight for large/complex projects or workstreams.
• Drive project delivery and champion internal and external processes (including compliance).
• Support business development, conceptualize new medical communications projects and publications.
• Represent Avalere Health at client meetings and advisory boards.

Skills

Scientific writing

Client communication

Leadership mentoring

Project ownership

Education

Degree in life sciences

PharmD or PhD advantageous

Job description

Avalere Health is seeking a Lead Medical Writer to own the delivery of scientifically accurate content across oncology-focused medical communications projects, transforming complex data into engaging content for healthcare professionals.

You will lead multiple accounts, ensure editorial excellence from planning through final review, and guide writers while supporting client interactions. This role offers a clear career pathway and leadership growth opportunities.