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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical technical writer?

Clinical Technical Writers are professionals who create, edit, and manage documentation related to clinical research and healthcare products. Their work often includes writing clinical study protocols, regulatory submission documents, study reports, and patient information materials. They ensure that all documents comply with regulatory standards and are clear, accurate, and accessible to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. Clinical Technical Writers collaborate with clinical researchers, scientists, and regulatory teams to gather necessary information and translate complex data into understandable content.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical technical writer?

To thrive as a Clinical Technical Writer, you need a solid background in life sciences or healthcare, exceptional writing skills, and familiarity with regulatory standards such as ICH or FDA guidelines. Proficiency with document management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and sometimes specialized tools like EndNote or Adobe Acrobat is common. Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to communicate complex information clearly are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate, compliant, and easily understood clinical documentation necessary for regulatory submissions and successful communication within the industry.

How does a clinical technical writer collaborate with clinical research teams during the document development process?

Clinical Technical Writers work closely with clinical research teams, including medical professionals, regulatory specialists, and data managers, to ensure that documents such as study protocols, clinical study reports, and informed consent forms are accurate and compliant with regulatory standards. Regular meetings and reviews are common, where writers gather input, clarify complex clinical data, and incorporate feedback into drafts. Effective collaboration is essential for maintaining document quality, meeting submission deadlines, and ensuring that all regulatory and scientific requirements are addressed.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Technical Writer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,001 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Clinical Technical Writer / Editor

Fairfax, VA • On-site, Remote

Prometheus Federal Services
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Prometheus Federal Servicesexternal

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Transform core clinical content into educational and instructional deliverables such as training materials, facilitator guides, workbooks, handouts, and scripts.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including SMEs, instructional designers, graphic artists, and video producers to develop and align training content across various formats.

  • Participate in review and revision cycles with government SMEs and stakeholders to finalize high-quality training assets.

Job description

Position Summary
Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is a trusted partner of federal health agencies. We are exploring the addition of an experienced Clinical Technical Writer / Editor to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
In this role you will collaborate directly with NCPTSD Subject Matter Experts, Instructional Designers, and Video Producers to transform core clinical content into comprehensive, highly structured training packages. The primary focus will be creating modular training curricula, facilitator guides, workbooks, handouts, and scripts to educate VA, Vet Center, and community mental health providers on validated PTSD assessment instruments and best practices
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Clinical Content Transformation: Translate core clinical concepts and SME input into clear, structured, and engaging educational and instructional deliverables for diverse clinical audiences.
  • Curriculum & Materials Development: Draft, edit, and refine training materials across multiple modules, including:
    • Facilitator Guides with FAQs and instructor notes
    • Participant Workbooks and Handouts
    • Interactive Breakout Session Scenarios and Homework Assignments
    • Slide Deck Speaker Notes and Annotations
    • Video Scripts and Teleprompter Copies for SME On-Camera Talent
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Instructional Systems Designers, Graphic Artists, and Video Producers to align written content with visual, audiovisual, and web-based formats (including TMS and TRAIN LMS integrations).
  • Review & Revision Cycles: Participate in iterative review workflows with Government SMEs and project stakeholders to finalize high-quality training assets.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Education: Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Nursing, Public Health, Medical Communications, English, or related discipline).
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in medical, clinical, or health-related technical writing and editing.
  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Proven track record translating complex clinical topics into accessible, educational materials for healthcare providers.
    • Familiarity with clinical assessment tools, diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5, CAPS-5), or behavioral health/PTSD concepts.
    • Strong mastery of adult learning principles in written instructional materials.
    • Proficiency with standard document formatting, style guides, and preparing documents in both PDF and editable Microsoft Word formats.
    • Demonstrated familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards for digital documents.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Section 508 & Quality Compliance: Ensure all written deliverables and course components meet strict Section 508 accessibility standards and comply with VA style guides.
  • Prior experience writing or editing training content for federal health agencies (specifically the Department of Veterans Affairs or Department of Defense).
  • Experience drafting scripts or teleprompter copy for educational video vignettes.
  • Familiarity with SCORM-compliant Learning Management Systems (e.g., VA Talent Management System - TMS, TRAIN)

Compensation & Benefits
PFS offers a benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; a retirement plan; paid time off; and other programs to support employees and their families. Learn more about PFS Benefits.
The posted salary range represents PFS's good-faith estimate for this role. Actual compensation offered will be determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to: the candidate's education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience;internal equity; geographic location; and contract and organizational requirements. PFS is committed to fair, consistent, and equitable compensation practices across the organization, and offers are calibrated to maintain internal pay equity while remaining competitive in the external market.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by law.
Accommodations
PFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiting@pfs.us. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure applicants with disabilities have equal access to the hiring process, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.
Workplace Health, Safety, and Compliance
This position may be subject to client-specific or government-mandated vaccination, health, or safety requirements, which may change over time.
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