About the role
JOB SUMMARY
Iambic Therapeutics is seeking an experienced Principal Medical Writer to independently author and oversee development of high-quality submission-ready documents to support clinical-stage programs and IND submissions.
Reporting to the Head of Medical Writing, this role will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to advance Iambic’s mission of delivering highly differentiated, patient-optimized therapeutics to address urgent unmet medical needs. The ideal candidate will have strong scientific judgment, regulatory writing expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, evolving organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for planning, authoring, and delivery of submission-ready documents (protocols, IBs, DSURs, CSRs, INDs, Health Authority responses, and briefing documents etc.)
- Independently lead cross-departmental document development by collaborating with the Clinical, Nonclinical, Medical, Biostatistics, CMC, and Regulatory teams
- Represent medical writing on internal cross functional study teams and ad hoc working groups
- Support development of abstracts, posters, and presentations for scientific conferences
- Help establish and refine medical writing processes, templates, and standards to ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across all deliverables. Implement and manage efficient document workflows and timelines
- Participate in the evaluation and integration of AI-enabled tools to improve writing quality and efficiency
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a life science (or health-related field) required; advanced degree (Masters/PhD/PharmD) preferred with a minimum 10 years of relevant medical writing experience
- Demonstrated experience with IND submissions and documents to support clinical-stage programs
- Detail-oriented with excellent scientific writing, communication, and organizational skills
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office suite, particularly MS Word. Experience with electronic document and reference management systems preferred, with a demonstrated aptitude and interest in learning and adopting new technologies, including AI-enabled tools
- Strong understanding of FDA/EMA regulations and ICH guidelines
- Comfortable working and collaborating in a fast-paced environment
ABOUT IAMBIC THERAPEUTICS
Iambic Therapeutics (Nasdaq: IAM) is a technology and clinical-stage life sciences company headquartered in San Diego. By utilizing molecular superintelligence — integrating proprietary AI with automated, scalable chemistry and biology experimentation — our platform is designed to address the totality of drug discovery and development. At Iambic, we are building an engine that is designed to power the future of medicine. Learn more at iambic.ai.
MISSION & VALUES
Our mission is to make better technology for better medicines. Three values guide how we work:
- Bold. We are courageous, take thoughtful risks, and approach challenges with tenacity.
- Innovative. We are creative and find new solutions that deliver impact.
- Collaborative. We respect one another and partner with integrity.
We value the range of perspectives our people bring, and we work to build an environment where every team member can contribute and grow.
PAY AND BENEFITS
The pay range for this role is listed above. Actual pay depends on factors including experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees in the U.S. receive company-paid medical coverage, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) matching and flexible time off. We are in a brand-new state-of-the art facility in beautiful San Diego with a community gym, dining, and easy access to great places to live and play.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Iambic is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.