Director, Medical Writing

Welcome to Merck & Co., a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients around the world. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Medical Writing to join our team. In this role, you will lead a team of medical writers to produce high-quality and scientifically accurate documents that support the development and commercialization of our innovative medical products. As a key member of our Medical Writing department, you will play a crucial role in communicating complex medical information to a variety of stakeholders. To be successful in this role, you must have a strong background in medical writing and extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on patient health and have the skills and qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Merck & Co.

1. Lead and manage a team of medical writers to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of high-quality documents that support the development and commercialization of medical products.
2. Establish and maintain standards for medical writing and ensure that all documents adhere to company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical, regulatory, and marketing, to gather and review data and ensure the accuracy and consistency of medical information across all documents.
4. Provide guidance and mentorship to medical writers, ensuring their professional growth and development.
5. Oversee the development and maintenance of document templates, style guides, and other resources to support the medical writing team.
6. Ensure all medical writing activities are conducted in compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines, including but not limited to ICH, FDA, and EMA.
7. Review and edit documents prepared by medical writers for clarity, scientific accuracy, and appropriateness of language and style.
8. Stay current on the latest industry trends, regulatory guidelines, and best practices in medical writing and communicate these updates to the team.
9. Manage relationships with external vendors and freelancers, as needed, to support the medical writing function.
10. Participate in meetings with key stakeholders, including internal teams and external partners, to discuss medical writing strategies and provide expert input on document development.
11. Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement processes and procedures to improve the efficiency and quality of medical writing activities.
12. Represent the Medical Writing department in cross-functional meetings and provide updates on the status of document development and timelines.
13. Maintain a high level of professionalism and uphold the company's values and standards in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
14. Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical writing activities.
15. Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals and objectives, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Director, Medical Writing in Boston, MA, USA is $132,000-$176,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as the specific company, years of experience, and additional skills or certifications.

Merck & Co., Inc., d.b.a. Merck Sharp & Dohme outside the United States and Canada, is an American multinational pharmaceutical company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world. Merck & Co., Inc. engages in the provision of health solutions through its prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, animal health, and consumer care products. It operates through the following segments: Pharmaceutical, Animal Health, Alliances and Healthcare Services. The Pharmaceutical segment includes human health pharmaceutical and vaccine products marketed either directly by the company or through joint ventures.