Associate Director Medical Writing (Hybrid)

Vertex Inc.•Boston, MA

10d•$157,600 - $236,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director, Medical Writing Science manages the overall operations of a team or major project and implements this through effective leadership. This role provides guidance and leadership for document development for regulatory filings and coordinates the clinical sections of more complex regulatory submissions, including organization, content, and resource requirements. This role applies advanced technical expertise and develops solutions to complex problems, fosters interdisciplinary understanding, and integrates Medical Writing Science department activities with those of other departments. This is a hybrid role which allows for 2 days per week remote work and 3 days per week in the Boston Fan Pier office. We offer a full relocation package.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
Ph.D. (or equivalent degree)
Typically requires 8 years of work experience and 2 years of supervisory/management experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated aptitude for planning, managing, and optimizing department resources (e.g., staff, technology) to maximize and streamline the advancement of company goals and objectives
Record of leadership, independence, and ability to solve non-routine, complex problems involving a broad range of issues
Proven track record of anticipating potential problems and preparing contingency plans as needed
Understanding of scientific disciplines beyond own specialty area
Experience managing direct reports and guiding staff development
Experience with marketing authorization application regulatory submissions

Nice To Haves

Embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends.
Seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Responsibilities

Independently authors routine and complex clinical and regulatory documents
Provides strategic input into program-level plans
Deep insight into how different functions contribute to the successes of the team
Aligns, coordinates, and builds consistent information and messages across clinical program(s)
Provides leadership related to the activities of Medical Writing Science and manages a team
Participates in developing and implementing goals and initiatives for Medical Writing Science
Facilitates implementation of new technologies and initiatives related to the preparation of clinical documents
Proactively anticipates risks, solves complex problems, and seeks out and implements process improvements