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Principal Medical Writer

Germany, Frankfurt · Netherlands, Assen · France, Paris · Switzerland, Zurich · Spain, Barcelona · Regional Great Britain (Northern Ireland) · UK, Reading · Portugal, Lisbon · Italy, Florence

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Seniority
Lead / management
Countries
DE, NL, FR, CH, ES, GB, PT, IT
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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the posting

  • Principal Medical Writer
  • ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

We are currently seeking a Principal Medical Writer to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Principal Medical Writer at ICON, you will be responsible for leading the development of high-quality regulatory and clinical documents that effectively communicate scientific and medical information. Your expertise in medical writing will be crucial in supporting our clients’ submissions to regulatory authorities and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

This role is permanent and is single-client dedicated to a global biotech company

What You Will Be Doing:

Develop regulatory documents for submission to regulatory agencies globally, including Clinical Study Reports, Clinical Summaries of Efficacy and Safety, and Clinical Overviews , in accordance with ICH and other global guidelines, standards and processes, and Incyte authoring standards, as applicable, in adherence with study/project timelines and corporate objectives.

Manage medical writing projects, including developing timelines (working with the study/project teams, as necessary) and communication with cross-functional team members to maintain awareness of review cycles and expectations.

Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide input regarding medical writing deliverables, timelines, and any process(es) needed for the completion of regulatory documents.

Review other documents associated with the assigned project(s) (eg, Protocols and Statistical Analysis Plans), as appropriate.

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Your Profile:

  • - A Bachelor's degree in a life science discipline, with Master's degree in life science discipline preferred.
  • At least 6 years of medical writing experience in the biopharmaceutical/CRO industry required.

- Regulatory writing experience - Clinical Study Reports, IBs, Protocols

- Experienced writer who has ideally led submissions in addition to other document experience

  • - Oncology experience would be a plus
  • Proficient understanding and knowledge of domestic and international regulatory requirements required and knowledge of therapeutic areas in all phases of clinical development desired.
  • Proficiency in organizing and communicating clinical information necessary.
  • Strong communications, organizational, time management, and project management skills are required.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here .

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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