Scientific Writer II, Preclinical Research

Pharmaron • Carlsbad, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Pharmaron's Preclinical Research team as a Scientific Writer II, where you'll play a critical role in preparing high-quality nonclinical study protocols, reports, and scientific documentation supporting pharmaceutical and medical device research. Working closely with Study Directors and multidisciplinary scientific teams, you'll translate complex preclinical study data into clear, accurate, and GLP-compliant documentation that supports the successful execution and reporting of nonclinical studies. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented scientific writer with experience supporting preclinical research who enjoys transforming complex scientific findings into well-organized, regulatory-compliant reports. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of nonclinical studies while working in a collaborative, fast-paced CRO environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years, Master's degree with 2+ years, or Ph.D. with relevant industry experience in scientific writing, preclinical research, or a related scientific field.
• Experience authoring or reviewing nonclinical protocols, study reports, or regulatory documentation within a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device environment.
• Strong understanding of preclinical drug development, GLP studies, and scientific documentation supporting pharmaceutical or medical device programs.
• Exceptional scientific writing, technical editing, and document review skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex scientific data and communicate findings clearly and accurately.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a GLP-regulated environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience using Provantis or similar electronic data management and reporting systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with multidisciplinary scientific teams to develop, review, and finalize nonclinical study protocols, reports, and scientific documentation supporting pharmaceutical and medical device development.
• Translate complex scientific data into clear, concise, and scientifically accurate protocols, study reports, summaries, and regulatory documentation.
• Prepare publication-quality tables, figures, graphs, and data visualizations that effectively communicate study results and scientific conclusions.
• Provide scientific writing guidance, editorial support, and standardized language to ensure clarity, consistency, and scientific accuracy across all documentation.
• Ensure documentation complies with GLP regulations, sponsor requirements, company standards, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with Study Directors, scientists, Quality Assurance, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of study documentation.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of protocol, report, and template libraries within Provantis.
• Generate statistical tables and apply appropriate reporting tools using Provantis.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement through the development and revision of SOPs, templates, and scientific writing best practices.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Assistant Scientific Writers and Scientific Writer I team members.
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously while meeting established study timelines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with significant employer contributions
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave & Company Holidays to support work-life balance
• Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions (for eligible plans), plus Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), mental health resources, and wellness programs
• Family-friendly benefits, including fertility support and maternity resources
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within a leading global CRO/CDMO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level