Lead Medical Writer – Publications & Strategy

Syneos Health; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Health benefits

401k

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Syneos Health is seeking a Principal Medical Writer - Publications to lead complex medical writing deliverables, define document strategy, and coordinate activities across departments. You will ensure compliance with ICH E3 guidelines and SOPs, and mentor junior writers to maintain high quality across projects.

Responsibilities include guiding clinical study protocols and reports, reviewing statistical outputs, and liaising with clients to meet objectives.

Qualifications

• Leads complex medical writing deliverables with clear, accurate scientific presentation.
• Adheres to ICH E3 guidelines and SOPs in document development.
• Mentors junior writers and contributes to internal training.

Responsibilities

• Leads the completion of clinical study protocols, reports, manuscripts, and abstracts with minimal supervision.
• Coordinates writing activities across departments and resolves client comments.
• Reviews statistical analysis plans and ensures accuracy and formatting consistency.
• Interacts with clients and study teams to meet objectives and timelines.

Skills

Medical writing

Editorial leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Client liaison

Mentoring

Job description

Syneos Health is seeking a Principal Medical Writer - Publications to lead complex medical writing deliverables, define document strategy, and coordinate activities across departments. You will ensure compliance with ICH E3 guidelines and SOPs, and mentor junior writers to maintain high quality across projects.

Responsibilities include guiding clinical study protocols and reports, reviewing statistical outputs, and liaising with clients to meet objectives.