Merck is hiring: Senior Specialist, Non-Clinical Pharmacology Document Writing i

Job Description

We are currently hiring an experienced document writer to join our team in South San Francisco, CA.

The nonclinical pharmacology writing group prepares reports and submission modules to support development programs. The work covers all therapy areas and modalities from preparation for FIH through licensure. The role involves verifying data, writing pharmacology study reports, written summaries, and related documents, managing author/management reviews, ensuring documents meet regulatory compliance requirements, and ensuring documents and document packages are ready per the team’s planned submission dates.

Qualifications:

Education:

1. Master's in biology, pharmacology, medicine or related fields with four (4) years of relevant experience listed below
2. Ph.D. or MD in biology, pharmacology, medicine or related fields with two (2) years of relevant experience listed below

Required Experience and Skills:

1. Strong writing skills and experience drafting study reports, scientific manuscripts, or scientific documents
2. Experience with laboratory operations and data collection process
3. Strong computer skills, especially MS Word
4. Clear written communication
5. Critical analytical skills
6. Detail-oriented

Preferred Experience and Skills:

1. A good understanding of therapeutic (small molecules, biologics, etc.) and/or vaccine development, including an understanding of the nonclinical aspects, e.g., pharmacology.
2. Knowledge of pharmaceutical drug development with industry experience
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office and GraphPad Prism
4. A good understanding of the content of regulatory filings for nonclinical pharmacology in the context of CTD, IND, IMPD, NDA/BLA/MAA.
5. American Medical Writers Association certification

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.

Expected US salary range:

$128,800.00 - $202,700.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: Domestic

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: 10%

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: 1st - Day

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): No

Job Posting End Date: 02/28/2025

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