John Skutnik
About John Skutnik
John Skutnik is the Director of Medical Writing at Arcus Biosciences, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in medical writing and research, with previous roles at Corbus Pharmaceuticals, Astex Pharmaceuticals, and academic experience at Harvard University and Grand Valley State University.
Current Role at Arcus Biosciences
John Skutnik serves as the Director of Medical Writing at Arcus Biosciences. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and oversight of medical writing strategies within the organization. His role involves ensuring the accuracy and clarity of clinical documentation, which is essential for regulatory submissions and scientific communication.
Previous Experience in Medical Writing
Prior to his current role, John Skutnik worked at Astex Pharmaceuticals (US) in various capacities. He served as a Principal Medical Writer from 2019 to 2020 and as a Senior Medical Writer from 2018 to 2019. His experience at Corbus Pharmaceuticals as a Medical Writer from 2017 to 2018 further solidified his expertise in the field.
Educational Background
John Skutnik holds a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Endicott College, which he completed from 2006 to 2010. He later pursued a Master's degree in Biology (Aquatic) at Grand Valley State University, studying from 2013 to 2015. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation for his career in medical writing.
Research Experience
John Skutnik has research experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at Grand Valley State University from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he worked as a Laboratory Technician at Harvard University from 2010 to 2013 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. These roles contributed to his understanding of scientific research and documentation.