Oncology Scientist & Medical Writer — Remote 2 Days/Week

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

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.