About the job
Lead Scientific Writer
GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com.
SUMMARY
The Principal Medical Writer will be a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional, joining our dynamic team in medical affairs. This individual will have a strong background in medical writing including peer-reviewed publications, particularly in genetics and genomics. This role involves creating clear, accurate, and relevant publications for a variety of healthcare professionals. This individual will work cross functionally with both internal stakeholders and external collaborators to drive the dissemination of research study findings through peer-reviewed publications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and write high-quality scientific and medical content, including peer-reviewed research articles and clinical studies. May also write high profile conference abstracts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on manuscripts, including researchers, clinicians, and regulatory affairs, to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Conduct thorough literature reviews and stay updated on the latest advancements in genetics and genomics.
- Translate complex scientific information into clear and accessible language for diverse audiences including collaborators and management.
- Ensure all written materials adhere to company guidelines, regulatory requirements, and best practices in medical writing.
- Participate in the development and review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to medical writing activities.
- Coordinate Medical, Legal, Regulatory (MLR) reviews and manuscript submissions to journals.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in genetics, molecular biology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in medical writing, preferably in the field of genetics or genomics.
- Strong understanding of scientific research methodologies, research consents, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong publication record with over 10 publications in the field of medical genetics and genetic testing
- Experience in solving complex problems with independence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Proficiency in designing figures to display data in an easily digestible format
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and reference management software.
Preferred:
- Advanced degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in genetics, molecular biology, or a related field.
- Certified Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) or equivalent
- Familiarity with genetic testing technologies and their clinical applications.
- Membership in professional medical writing organizations (e.g., AMWA, EMWA).
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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.
At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.
Experts in what matters most.
With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.
SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.
From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
- Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
- Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
- Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.
Learn more About Us here.
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Benefits include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Voluntary benefits
GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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