$155K – $211KSeniorFull Time
At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.
Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
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Authors and manages the authoring process for all clinical/regulatory documents (eg, clinical study protocols, clinical study reports, investigator brochures, briefing documents, M2 Clinical Summary Documents for INDs, NDAs, MAAs, annual safety update reports, response to regulatory questions, Pediatric Investigational Plans, and other regulatory documents)
Leads and provides subject matter expertise to the core authoring team (Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Clinical Pharmacology, Biostatistics, Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilence, Preclinical, and Regulatory) from a writing and scientific perspective
Leads data interpretation and comment resolution meetings
Ensures document content is clear, concise, strategic, and well positioned for public disclosure
Supports authoring best practices and provides continued training to teams
Represents Medical Writing Department on project teams
Mentor, and may manage, internal staff
Represent Medical Writing on departmental projects and cross-functional teams
Supports other lead writers on NDAs and MAAs
Other duties as assigned
BS/BA degree in the life sciences or related field AND 8+ years of medical writing or related experience required. Experience leading an NDA/MAA or authoring key documents supportive of either (e.g., Summary of Clinical Efficacy, Summary of Clinical Safety, Clinical Overview, etc) is highly preferred. OR
MS/MA degree in a life sciences or related field preferred AND 6+ years of experience as noted above OR
PhD in a life sciences or related field preferred AND 4+ years of of experience as noted above OR
Previous managerial / functional management experience also required
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through the authoring process
Excellent team player who can effectively navigate differing opinions and personalities
A leader who works well with others and enjoys a collaborative approach
Strong skills in leadership, communication and creativity
Able to work well both independently and as part of a team
Excellent project management skills, including managing simultaneous projects
Excellent understanding of Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, document management systems, and electronic review tools
Ability to interpret and present scientific and clinical trial data, as well as understand statistical analyses
Strong science background that enables the ability to interpret and communicate scientific and clinical trial data
General understanding of statistics
Broad understanding of the medical writing processes, procedures, and systems used to accomplish the team’s work
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through the authoring process
Ability to provide strategic leadership as it relates to communicating and positioning nonclinical and clinical data.
Excellent team player who can effectively navigate differing opinions and personalities
Excellent understanding of the writing and regulatory process that enables streamlining of content and processes
A leader who works well with others and enjoys a collaborative approach
Ability to provide strategic leadership as it relates to communicating and positioning nonclinical and clinical data
Excellent understanding of the writing and regulatory process that enables streamlining of content and processes
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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $154,500.00-$211,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
