Oncology Scientist/Medical Writer

National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®); Harmonville (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) is seeking a scientific/medical writer to develop and update NCCN Guidelines content, participate in panel meetings, and provide clinical expertise for educational programs. The role emphasizes rigorous literature review, clear medical writing, and collaboration across teams.

The position supports ongoing NCCN educational initiatives and publications, with remote work options and a base in Plymouth Meeting, PA.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent work experience with ability to evaluate clinical research.
• Experience in scientific/medical writing required.
• Experience in oncology strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate and assist in the development and update of assigned NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Track scientific literature for assigned NCCN Guidelines.
• Attend NCCN Guidelines Panel meetings and teleconferences.
• Develop, review, edit, and update algorithms and Discussion sections of the guidelines.
• Provide clinical content expertise for NCCN educational programs.
• Develop and/or review content for educational grant proposals.
• Draft learning objectives and faculty recommendations for NCCN programs.
• Develop, edit, and review clinical content for JNCCN publications and related materials.
• Review content licensing requests and integration into health IT systems.
• Assist with external communications of Guidelines updates and related queries.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

PhD or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

EndNote

Job description

Description

Make a Difference! Join an organization dedicated to defining and advancing high-quality and accessible cancer care globally so all people can live better lives.

This position is responsible for the development, review, and update of scientific and clinical content for the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®), NCCN Guidelines-related initiatives and projects related to the assigned NCCN Guidelines, including but not limited to continuing education materials, conference reports, and journal publications.

Major Responsibilities

• Participate and assist in the development and update of assigned NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines
  • track of scientific literature for assigned NCCN Guidelines;
  • attend NCCN Guidelines Panel meetings and web-based teleconferences;
  • develop, review, edit, and update algorithms and accompanying Discussion sections of the assigned NCCN Guidelines
• Participate in development, maintenance, and update of assigned NCCN Guidelines-related initiatives
• Provide clinical content expertise and serve as resource for clinical content development for NCCN educational programs
• Develop and/or review clinical content for educational grant proposals;
• Needs assessment and develop learning objectives;
• faculty recommendations for NCCN educational programs
• Develop, edit, and/or review clinical content for JNCCN publications including sections of assigned NCCN Guidelines, NCCN Guidelines Insights, conference reports, JNCCN articles that reference NCCN Guidelines content
• Review permission requests and NCCN Guidelines content licensed by external users, including but not limited to print and electronic media, and integration into health information technology systems
• Assist with external communication of NCCN Guidelines updates and NCCN Guidelines –related external queries
• Other related duties as assigned

Education/Related Experience

• PhD or equivalent work experience with ability to evaluate clinical research
• Experience in scientific/medical writing required
• Experience in oncology strongly preferred

Skills And Abilities

• Must have excellent writing skills and the ability to formulate scientific/medical information in a clear and concise manner
• Must have strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with internal and external personnel at various levels
• Must possess strong attention to detail
• Must be proficient in MS Office products and EndNote Software

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment and is largely sedentary. This role routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

This position represents a unique opportunity to build a career with a premier organization. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

This position is located in Plymouth Meeting, PA with the ability to work remotely up to 2 days per week.

EOE. No calls please.