Biomarin
Principal Clinical Medical Writer
Biomarin, San Rafael, California, United States, 94901
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.Who We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
Our Culture
From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Principal Clinical Medical Writer has functional oversight responsibilities for medical writing staff and for the medical writing requirements for clinical development programs, including authoring/editing documents.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversight responsibilities for Medical Writing staff
Works with the Head of Medical Writing to establish and maintain timelines for program planning.
Drafts and edits documents used in conducting and reporting the results of clinical studies, including protocols, protocol amendments, informed consent forms, and clinical study reports
Drafts and edits documents used in reporting aggregate safety and efficacy information for a molecule, such as investigator’s brochures and periodic safety reports (e.g. PBRERs, DSURs)
Drafts and edits documents used in the preparation of regulatory filings (e.g. briefing books, CTD Module 2/Module 5 clinical or integrated summaries).
Manages study team participation in the preparation of such documents, including scheduling and chairing meetings, developing and managing timelines, and managing the document review and comment adjudication processes
Represents CMW at cross-functional team meetings (e.g. study team, development team, other sub-teams).
Provides peer review and editing support for other regulatory documents, such as statistical analysis plans, CRFs, and other study materials
Adheres to departmental procedures and practices and technical and industry standards during all aspects of work.
Assists in developing and reviewing standard processes and templates within Clinical Medical Writing, and may also review/consult on the development of standard processes and templates in other departments
Works effectively with cross-functional groups within BioMarin
Other tasks as assigned.
SCOPE
This position progressively develops the medical writing function in alignment with the requirements of the Development Sciences department and organizational goals. Filling this need with a regular full-time employee will enable BioMarin to reduce writing-related CRO and contractor costs, increase Clinical Medical Writing productivity to meet development needs, and realize efficiencies and consistent documentation quality across programs through repeatable processes and continuity of knowledge of programs, investigational products, and indications.
EDUCATION
Masters (MS) or higher degree preferred; scientific focus desirable.
Minimum requirement: At least 8 years of experience as a medical writer in the pharmaceutical industry.
Evidence of medical writing career development desirable, e.g. European/American Medical Writers Association certificate, Editor in Life Sciences certificate, or relevant training through Drug Information Association.
EXPERIENCE
Relevant Experience
At least 8 years of experience as a medical writer in the pharmaceutical industry.
Management
Prior administrative and/or functional management experience as a manager of a medical writer team or department in a clinical development setting preferred but not required
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Demonstrated ability to plan timelines and resources for multiple documentation projects with shifting priorities.
Experience with delegating and overseeing projects and tasks.
Clinical Studies
Advanced understanding of the drug development process (discovery to market), biostatistical and clinical research concepts, clinical study conduct, clinical study data collection, database management, data integration, and generation of datasets.
Intermediate to advanced understanding of scientific concepts integral to nonclinical development, CMC, PK, PD, and antibody detection.
Advanced applied knowledge of documentation required for the conduct of clinical studies, protocol design, study results reporting, and integrated results reporting.
Direct experience with documentation in all phases of drug development.
Medical Writing
Writing high-quality documents that support corporate goals and objectives.
Experience writing, reviewing, or editing protocols, clinical study reports, INDs, BLA/NDAs, periodic safety documents, and regulatory briefing books required.
Advanced applied knowledge of routine document content preparation, including the use of style guides, medical dictionaries, and guidance documents.
Ability to interpret and create complex tabular and graphical clinical data presentations.
Ability to interpret basic clinical laboratory tests.
Understanding of the concepts of coding dictionaries (MedDRA, WHO Drug).
Computer/office equipment Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, MS Project/Project Server, and PowerPoint.
Experience using document management software (e.g. SharePoint, Veeva).
Regulatory
Ability to plan and manage development of regulatory documents in context of regulatory requirements and guidances.
Prior familiarity with standard eCTD IND/NDA work, including Modules 2, 3, 4, and 5 of INDs/NDAs in eCTD format.
Support project teams by identifying and summarizing relevant regulations and guidelines.
Project Management
Ability to plan, resource, and assign multiple simultaneous document development projects with shifting priorities.
Ability to keep CMW line management apprised of program document status and to anticipate potential issues.
Ability to support staff in renegotiating timelines during development as necessary.
Program Management
Capable of managing and maintaining multiple timelines governing multiple projects within a program.
Capable of performing resource assessments based on projected project needs within a program.
Communication
Capable of well organized, concise and clear written and verbal communication.
Capable of comprehending complex scientific concepts and translating them into clear, concise text that meets regulatory requirements.
Effective at explaining writing principles to a varied audience.
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $138,800 to $208,200 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A discretionary bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
Our Culture
From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Principal Clinical Medical Writer has functional oversight responsibilities for medical writing staff and for the medical writing requirements for clinical development programs, including authoring/editing documents.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversight responsibilities for Medical Writing staff
Works with the Head of Medical Writing to establish and maintain timelines for program planning.
Drafts and edits documents used in conducting and reporting the results of clinical studies, including protocols, protocol amendments, informed consent forms, and clinical study reports
Drafts and edits documents used in reporting aggregate safety and efficacy information for a molecule, such as investigator’s brochures and periodic safety reports (e.g. PBRERs, DSURs)
Drafts and edits documents used in the preparation of regulatory filings (e.g. briefing books, CTD Module 2/Module 5 clinical or integrated summaries).
Manages study team participation in the preparation of such documents, including scheduling and chairing meetings, developing and managing timelines, and managing the document review and comment adjudication processes
Represents CMW at cross-functional team meetings (e.g. study team, development team, other sub-teams).
Provides peer review and editing support for other regulatory documents, such as statistical analysis plans, CRFs, and other study materials
Adheres to departmental procedures and practices and technical and industry standards during all aspects of work.
Assists in developing and reviewing standard processes and templates within Clinical Medical Writing, and may also review/consult on the development of standard processes and templates in other departments
Works effectively with cross-functional groups within BioMarin
Other tasks as assigned.
SCOPE
This position progressively develops the medical writing function in alignment with the requirements of the Development Sciences department and organizational goals. Filling this need with a regular full-time employee will enable BioMarin to reduce writing-related CRO and contractor costs, increase Clinical Medical Writing productivity to meet development needs, and realize efficiencies and consistent documentation quality across programs through repeatable processes and continuity of knowledge of programs, investigational products, and indications.
EDUCATION
Masters (MS) or higher degree preferred; scientific focus desirable.
Minimum requirement: At least 8 years of experience as a medical writer in the pharmaceutical industry.
Evidence of medical writing career development desirable, e.g. European/American Medical Writers Association certificate, Editor in Life Sciences certificate, or relevant training through Drug Information Association.
EXPERIENCE
Relevant Experience
At least 8 years of experience as a medical writer in the pharmaceutical industry.
Management
Prior administrative and/or functional management experience as a manager of a medical writer team or department in a clinical development setting preferred but not required
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Demonstrated ability to plan timelines and resources for multiple documentation projects with shifting priorities.
Experience with delegating and overseeing projects and tasks.
Clinical Studies
Advanced understanding of the drug development process (discovery to market), biostatistical and clinical research concepts, clinical study conduct, clinical study data collection, database management, data integration, and generation of datasets.
Intermediate to advanced understanding of scientific concepts integral to nonclinical development, CMC, PK, PD, and antibody detection.
Advanced applied knowledge of documentation required for the conduct of clinical studies, protocol design, study results reporting, and integrated results reporting.
Direct experience with documentation in all phases of drug development.
Medical Writing
Writing high-quality documents that support corporate goals and objectives.
Experience writing, reviewing, or editing protocols, clinical study reports, INDs, BLA/NDAs, periodic safety documents, and regulatory briefing books required.
Advanced applied knowledge of routine document content preparation, including the use of style guides, medical dictionaries, and guidance documents.
Ability to interpret and create complex tabular and graphical clinical data presentations.
Ability to interpret basic clinical laboratory tests.
Understanding of the concepts of coding dictionaries (MedDRA, WHO Drug).
Computer/office equipment Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, MS Project/Project Server, and PowerPoint.
Experience using document management software (e.g. SharePoint, Veeva).
Regulatory
Ability to plan and manage development of regulatory documents in context of regulatory requirements and guidances.
Prior familiarity with standard eCTD IND/NDA work, including Modules 2, 3, 4, and 5 of INDs/NDAs in eCTD format.
Support project teams by identifying and summarizing relevant regulations and guidelines.
Project Management
Ability to plan, resource, and assign multiple simultaneous document development projects with shifting priorities.
Ability to keep CMW line management apprised of program document status and to anticipate potential issues.
Ability to support staff in renegotiating timelines during development as necessary.
Program Management
Capable of managing and maintaining multiple timelines governing multiple projects within a program.
Capable of performing resource assessments based on projected project needs within a program.
Communication
Capable of well organized, concise and clear written and verbal communication.
Capable of comprehending complex scientific concepts and translating them into clear, concise text that meets regulatory requirements.
Effective at explaining writing principles to a varied audience.
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $138,800 to $208,200 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A discretionary bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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