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Writing Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Grant Writing Intern

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Interest in Nonprofit management or fundraising or working towards a degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Finance, Entrepreneurship and/or related fields * Excellent written and ...

Grant Writing Intern

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

Interest in Nonprofit management or fundraising or working towards a degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Finance, Entrepreneurship and/or related fields * Excellent written and ...

Global payroll manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$127K - $172K/yr

About WRITER WRITER is where the world's leading enterprises orchestrate AI-powered work. Our ... You'll also manage contractor payroll and oversee 401(k) and pension administration. This is a role ...

Communications skills verbal and Written * Management experience, specifically for a union environment. Preferred but not required. * Ability to work a flex schedule (different on call times daily)

Communications skills verbal and Written * Management experience, specifically for a union environment. Preferred but not required. * Ability to work a flex schedule (different on call times daily)

Shop manager / writer

Napa, CA · On-site

$67K - $100K/yr

The Midas Shop Manager/writer is responsible for business operations and store performance (safety, efficiencies, and profit/loss accountability). He or she promotes customer satisfaction and ...

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Writing Manager information

What does a writing manager do?

A Writing Manager oversees a team of writers, ensuring that all written content meets organizational standards and goals. They are responsible for assigning projects, editing and reviewing drafts, and providing feedback to writers. Additionally, Writing Managers often collaborate with other departments, develop content strategies, and help maintain a consistent brand voice across all materials. Their role combines leadership, editorial expertise, and project management.

How does a writing manager typically balance editing responsibilities with leading their team?

A Writing Manager often splits their time between hands-on editing and overseeing the writing team’s workflow. They review and refine content to ensure it meets quality standards, but also mentor writers, set deadlines, and facilitate collaboration across departments. Balancing these tasks requires strong organizational skills and the ability to delegate, as well as clear communication to align team efforts with company objectives. This structure helps maintain high-quality output while supporting professional development among team members.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a writing manager?

To thrive as a Writing Manager, you need advanced writing and editing skills, experience in content strategy, and often a bachelor’s degree in English, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), project management tools, and editorial style guides is typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills help you guide teams and manage multiple projects effectively. These abilities ensure content quality, team productivity, and consistent delivery of messaging aligned with organizational goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Writing jobs in California?

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Manager, Content Strategy and Development (Medical Writing)- Oncology

Gilead

Foster City, CA

$146K - $189K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Gilead Sciences rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description

Gilead Sciences is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need including virology, oncology, and inflammation. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world.

Gilead Regulatory Affairs is a committed and proud team of highly skilled professionals dedicated to helping deliver therapies in the most efficient and effective way to patients with unmet medical need around the world. We bring our passion for science, discovery, and innovative strategic thinking into everything we do. The Content Strategy & Development (CSD) department is part of Innovation, Content, & Execution (ICX) within Regulatory Affairs, and advances the strategy and creation of high-quality documents to support efficient and successful regulatory submissions.

We are an inclusive and diverse community, supported by strong leaders who are committed to providing individual development and growth opportunities while achieving our mission. Our collaborative and supportive structure help support work-life balance.

Job Overview/Responsibilities:

We have an exciting and unique opportunity for a Medical Writer to join our dynamic team at the Manager level (Oncology). You will prepare clinical documentation for global regulatory submissions. You will have the opportunity to develop expertise in the preparation of a wide range of documents. You will work with cross-functional teams (eg, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Clinical Operations, Clinical Pharmacology, Patient Safety, and Clinical Data Science) to deliver documents on time and per team expectations and drive document strategy for Medical Writing.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Author clinical/regulatory documents such as clinical study reports (all phases), protocols and amendments, and investigator brochures according to regulatory requirements and Gilead internal document standards with some input from a more senior writer.

  • Work in tandem with a more senior writer on other documents types such as integrated clinical summaries, pediatric investigation plans, or regulatory responses.

  • May participate in regulatory submission teams, providing guidance for optimal presentation of data to achieve document intent.

  • May manage document timeline and resource planning with input from a more senior medical writer.

  • Participates in development/improvement of document standards, templates, and processes and other non-medical writing activities.

Basic qualifications:

  • 6+ years of relevant experience with BS/BA

  • 4+ years of relevant experience with MA/MAS/ MPH/MBA

  • 2+ years of relevant experience with PharmD/ PhD or equivalent

  • The ability to understand the needs of a team and manage their expectations and use various communication styles to work effectively with teams

  • The ability to balance integrity and efficiency when managing attention to detail

  • Knowledge of regulatory document requirements/guidelines

  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and document management systems

  • Relevant experience includes clinical research and development, regulatory affairs, or related industry/academic experience, with direct experience preparing clinical/regulatory documents in a medical writing/clinical submissions environment.


The salary range for this position is: $146,540.00 - $189,640.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.


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Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability,genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.comfor assistance.


For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the'Know Your Rights' poster.

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Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.


Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.


For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:

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