New · posted Oct 31
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Biotechnology
Director, Medical Writing
- Boston, MA
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- Director
The role
Our Medical Writing team at Vertex is in-house, and our Writers are strategic partners in our drug development process, collaborating with cross functional teams, authoring and driving clinical & regulatory documents to bring innovative new therapies to patients.
This is a hybrid position which allows 2 days per week remote work and 3 days per week in our Boston Seaport office. Relocation assistance is available.
The Director, Medical Writing Science has responsibility for the management, oversight, operation, and direction of a group within the department. This role is held accountable for the results of the group and the work performance of line staff and is responsible for setting technical direction for the staff. This role is expected to optimize interdisciplinary understanding and teamwork and integrate activities with those of other groups in Medical Writing Science and with other functions.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
- Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) highly preferred
- Typically requires 10 years of relevant medical writing experience in Pharma, Biotech or CRO industries and 3 years of supervisory/management experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.
Knowledge and Skills
- Highly advanced understanding of the clinical development process and authoring and preparation of the clinical sections of marketing applications and other regulatory submissions
- Proven track record of developing, communicating, and executing strategic direction for projects
- Strong leadership and influencing skills, ability to communicate and present ideas/solutions to senior management
- Ability to recognize business impact and identify networks to gain unified approach to solutions
- Demonstrated knowledge of field
- Ability to manage teams and individuals
- Experience with marketing applications for regulatory submissions
Skills named in this posting
What you'll do
- Independently authors routine and complex clinical and regulatory documents
- Advises development teams on the content and optimal presentation of documents to facilitate achievement of submission objectives
- Provides strategic input into program-level and therapeutic area plans, including defining the direction of the clinical development program or regulatory strategies
- Sets goals and strategic vision for the group shares that vision within Medical Writing Science
- Optimizes interdisciplinary understanding and synergy within group(s) and integrate activities with those of other department and project teams
- Manages resource plans for projects within their oversight ensuring appropriate staff are available to meet program goals
- Provides coaching and performance management for staff, ensuring goal setting is effectively linked to program and corporate goals
- Plans strategically, anticipates problems, and recommends process improvements to address current and future needs
- Provides expert review of policies and procedures for the department
- innovates and leads process improvements with high cross-functional impact
Pay and benefits
$192,700 – $289,100 a year
Employer provided$192,700 - $289,100
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous paid time off and company shutdowns
Student loan repayment and educational assistance
Commuting subsidy
401(k)
Annual bonus and equity awards
Where you'll work
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Flex Designation
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
From the posting
About Vertex
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Equal opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesVertex Pharmaceuticals's statements, word for word
Disclosure Statement
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 31, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 17% above the US median for Clinical Evaluation & Medical Writing roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Director roles in Massachusetts5 roles publishing pay
Director roles in the US9 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $192,700 | — | $289,100 |
| Massachusetts (middle half) | $195,000 | $197,000 | $225,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $195,000 | $206,500 | $225,000 |
This role: Vertex Pharmaceuticals's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Evaluation & Medical Writing roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 31, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Clinical Evaluation & Medical Writing
The general path across 21 open Clinical Evaluation & Medical Writing roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not Vertex's own promotion track.
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 25 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- Collaboration and leadership9
- Documentation and SOPs8
- Regulatory submissions3
- Clinical trial conduct3
- Quality systems and risk2
Company hiring pulse
Vertex on Regulatory Jobs
- 46
- Open roles
- 46
- Distinct roles
- 2
- Locations
By discipline
- Clinical20 43%
- Quality15 33%
- Regulatory11 24%
By level
- Director39 85%
- Manager5 11%
- VP & Executive1 2%
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Open until filled. $193K–$289K a year, employer provided.