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Principal Medical WriterICON plc • Reading, United Kingdom
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Principal Medical Writer

Principal Medical Writer

ICON plc • Reading, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Company Overview
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

Values
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

Role Summary
As a Principal Medical Writer at ICON, you will be responsible for leading the development of high-quality regulatory and clinical documents that effectively communicate scientific and medical information.

What You Will Do
You will oversee medical writing workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

  • Leading the preparation and review of clinical study reports, protocols, and other regulatory documents to ensure accuracy and clarity
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including clinical research, biostatistics, and regulatory affairs, to gather and synthesize information for document development
  • Providing guidance on best practices for medical writing and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal standards
  • Mentoring and training junior medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth
  • Staying current with industry trends and regulatory guidelines to inform writing practices and maintain high-quality outputs
  • Acting as a lead medical writer for complex projects and leading clinical/regulatory marketing approval applications for new biologics and drugs
  • The position includes all duties of a Senior Medical Writer, as well as leadership of regulatory approval application writing


Your Profile
You will have solid experience in medical writing, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

  • A bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related discipline
  • Significant experience in medical writing, particularly in regulatory submissions and clinical documentation
  • Experience with Neuroscience is a big plus
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards for clinical writing
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and clarity
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders


Legal Requirements
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

  • 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


ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

About Us
ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

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