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Senior Medical Writer

ICON Strategic Solutions Tokyo Hybrid senior full-time

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Description

As a Senior Medical Writer at ICON Strategic Solutions, you will lead the development and execution of medical writing strategies for clinical research projects, contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the preparation, review, and editing of clinical study documents, including clinical study protocols, clinical study reports (CSRs), investigator brochures (IBs), and regulatory submissions, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
  • Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including clinical research, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs, to interpret and analyze clinical trial data and summarize scientific findings.
  • Participating in the planning and execution of clinical development programs, providing strategic input and scientific expertise to support the design, conduct, and interpretation of clinical studies and research initiatives.
  • Contributing to the development of publication plans, abstracts, posters, and manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals and presentation at scientific conferences.
  • Mentoring and coaching junior medical writers, providing guidance on best practices, writing techniques, and scientific principles.

Requirements and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
  • Proficiency in interpreting and summarizing complex clinical trial data, scientific research findings, and statistical analyses, with excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements governing the preparation and submission of clinical documents and publications.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing tasks based on project timelines and deliverables.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development, which may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
  • Retirement and pension plans.
  • Life assurance and disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

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Skills

Required

  • medical writing
  • clinical research
  • regulatory affairs
  • scientific writing
  • publication plans

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