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Sr Director, Medical Writing

United Kingdom - CambridgeFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead strategic planning and drafting of complex regulatory submissions and clinical documents for business-critical projects in virology, oncology, and inflammation.

Role type

Senior Director, Medical Writing (Regulatory Affairs)

Builds

High-quality regulatory submissions and clinical/regulatory documents for global patient access

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Writing

Required skills

Strategic planning, Cross-functional team leadership, Regulatory document strategy, Therapeutic area expertise, Process improvement, Talent management

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in life sciences, Experience managing external contractors

Technologies

Regulatory submission templates, Clinical data science tools

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of direct reports and external contractors; Oversee strategic planning and drafting of complex submissions; Guide all deliverables and activities of the assigned team; Communicate regulatory changes and develop cross-functional training programs; Lead special projects and represent the CSD function in cross-functional initiatives; Act as subject matter expert for clinical/regulatory documents.

Seniority

Senior Director, strategic leadership & team management