Medical Writer

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. Develop scientific copy for various deliverables on assigned brands and products .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in scientific copy development and medical writing, with a strong understanding of FDA and AMA guidelines. Capable of effectively communicating complex scientific concepts and managing project workflows to meet deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree (MD, PhD, PharmD)Medical Writing ExperienceFamiliarity with FDA GuidelinesStrong Scientific FoundationExcellent Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Scientific Copy DevelopmentMedical WritingLiterature ReviewReference AnnotationProject Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailAdaptabilityProactivity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelReference Managers

Industry Keywords

Medical CommunicationsTherapeutic AreasClient CommunicationKOL EngagementAMA Style Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop scientific copy for various deliverables on assigned brands and products
Work independently and collaboratively with medical writers and directors to develop scientifically accurate copy
Understand medical strategy and content objectives for assigned projects and accounts
Check in with senior medical leads on project deliverables and raise questions as needed
Review current literature for assigned therapeutic areas, including competitor products
Understand and adhere to AMA and client style guidelines
Ensure references are accurate and research additional references or source materials as necessary
Annotate and highlight references for medical review
Manage workflow for assigned projects and meet deadlines
Communicate with clients and/or KOLs to present scientific projects for review and feedback
Incorporate and discuss edits requested by clients, KOLs, and internal reviewers
Attend and participate in kickoff, status, and other job-related meetings
Collaborate with creative and illustrative team members to make scientific data visually compelling and accurate
Provide medical guidance by maintaining up-to-date scientific knowledge for assigned brands and products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree (eg, MD, PhD, PharmD) required
Up to 1 year of previous medical writing experience in a medical communications agency preferred, but not essential
Familiarity with FDA, AMA and other relevant guidelines
Strong scientific foundation with capability to rapidly become familiar with therapeutic areas and therapies
Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines on-time and on-budget
Ability to work in a team and take initiative to provide input to cross-functional team members
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Computer literacy (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, reference managers)
Ability to work eastern US hours
Adaptable, resilient, proactive, driven, resourceful, and highly organized self-starter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous holiday and paid time off
Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans
Support in saving for the future
Mental wellness coaching and support
Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning
Free snacks in offices
Hybrid and remote flexibility where appropriate
Opportunities for collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection throughout the year
Accommodation support during the interview process