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ICON plc

Pharmaceutical Digital Copywriter

ICON plc

. Write persuasive, patient-focused copy for digital advertising campaigns, including video scripts, static ads, paid media, and social content .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in persuasive copywriting for patient recruitment, with a strong focus on digital advertising formats and adherence to regulatory standards. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful campaigns that resonate with diverse patient audiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Copywriting For Patient RecruitmentDigital Advertising CampaignsUnderstanding Of Clinical Trial ProtocolsCollaboration With Cross-Functional TeamsDigital Marketing Best Practices

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Hard Skills
CopywritingEditingStorytellingSEOA/B TestingDigital Video FormatsStatic Ad FormatsCampaign Concept DevelopmentPatient Journey UnderstandingRegulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailCollaborationCreativityAdaptabilityCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Social Media PlatformsVideo Production ToolsDigital Advertising ToolsPerformance Data Analysis
Industry Keywords
IRB-Approved LanguagePatient InsightsConsumer TargetingHealth ConditionsCultural Sensitivities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Write persuasive, patient-focused copy for digital advertising campaigns, including video scripts, static ads, paid media, and social content
  • Collaborate with designers and video production specialists to conceptualize, design, and produce short-form video advertising reels
  • Develop headlines, taglines, and calls-to-action for diverse patient audiences
  • Collaborate with creative directors, designers, video producers, and clinical subject matter experts to align messaging with trial protocols and patient insights
  • Adapt tone, language, and reading level for specific demographics, health conditions, and cultural sensitivities
  • Ensure content adheres to regulatory and ethical standards, including IRB-approved language and sponsor guidelines
  • Contribute to creative strategy sessions and generate campaign concepts to improve enrollment and retention
  • Edit and refine copy based on stakeholder, compliance reviewer, and performance data feedback
  • Maintain consistency in voice and messaging across campaign touchpoints

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 3+ years of copywriting experience specifically creating content for patient recruitment (agency or in-house)
  • Demonstrated experience writing for digital video and static ad formats (paid social, display, programmatic, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of social media platforms and their respective video formats, specs, and audience behaviors
  • Strong portfolio of campaigns targeting consumers or patients, especially within regulated industries
  • Understanding of clinical trial protocols, inclusion/exclusion criteria, and the patient journey
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to clarity, tone, and accuracy
  • Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams with creative, strategy, and medical/regulatory stakeholders
  • Working knowledge of digital marketing best practices, including SEO, UX, and A/B testing
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways