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Veristat

Minimum of 7 years of medical writing experience in a contract research organization or pharmaceutical/biotechnology research setting. * Experience as a lead writer on a minimum of 20 manuscripts, 20 ...

Veristat

Minimum of 7 years of medical writing experience in a contract research organization or pharmaceutical/biotechnology research setting. Other professional and/or educational experience may contribute ...

Eurofins

Technical Writer

Lenexa, KS · On-site

... Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and ... Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory sciences, biology, chemistry, or another relevant ...

Eurofins Scientific

Technical Writer

Lenexa, KS · On-site

... Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and ... Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory sciences, biology, chemistry, or another relevant ...

Babcock Power

Contracts Specialist

Overland Park, KS · On-site

Enter individual contract review matters into legal department tracking system. Assist in reviewing ... Prepare written consents and other corporate governance documentation as directed. Collaboration

Corpay

Contract Negotiator

Wichita, KS · On-site

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits available the 1st month after hire * Automatic enrollment into ... Corpay does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms without a valid written ...

Core Government Services Corporation

Job Type: Part-Time On-Call, Exempt Contract Length: More than 1 year Core Government Services is ... medical diagnosis, or detailed personal health information.

CoreCivic

Medical Records Supervisor

Leavenworth, KS · On-site

$23.92/hr

... written performance appraisals; listening to complaints and effectively resolving disputes or ... A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute.

CoreCivic

Medical Records Supervisor

Leavenworth, KS · On-site

... written performance appraisals; listening to complaints and effectively resolving disputes or ... and/or contract requirements. * Take appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially ...

CoreCivic

Medical Records Supervisor

Leavenworth, KS · On-site

$23.92/hr

... written performance appraisals; listening to complaints and effectively resolving disputes or ... A valid driver's license is preferred, unless required by contract or applicable statute.

ProPharma Group

Assists with writing custom medical information responses utilizing this data. Logging all ... the Contract of Employment. Complies with the Company's health and safety policies. Other ...

Core Government Services Corporation

Job Type: Part-Time On-Call, Exempt Contract Length: More than 1 year Core Government Services is ... medical diagnosis, or detailed personal health information.

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How much do contract medical writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract medical writer in Kansas is $34.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.37 and $43.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract medical writer?

A Contract Medical Writer is a professional who creates scientific documents on a freelance or contract basis for pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare companies. They develop clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, and other medical content. Unlike full-time employees, contract medical writers work on a project-by-project basis, often remotely. They must have strong writing skills, scientific knowledge, and an understanding of medical regulations. This role offers flexibility but requires self-discipline and deadline management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract medical writer?

To thrive as a Contract Medical Writer, you need a thorough understanding of scientific concepts, excellent writing skills, and often an advanced degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with regulatory documentation formats (such as ICH, FDA, or EMA standards), medical journal requirements, and tools like Microsoft Office Suite or referencing software is vital. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly are essential soft skills. These capabilities ensure accuracy, compliance, and the effective communication of scientific data to diverse audiences in the healthcare industry.

What types of projects can I expect to work on as a contract medical writer?

As a Contract Medical Writer, you may work on a variety of projects including clinical trial protocols, regulatory submissions, scientific manuscripts, patient education materials, and medical communications for conferences or publications. The work is typically project-based, with deadlines and deliverables defined by clients or pharmaceutical companies. You will often collaborate remotely with clinical researchers, regulatory teams, and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure accuracy. This diversity of projects keeps the role dynamic and allows for continuous learning in different therapeutic areas or document types.

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Infographic showing various Contract Medical Writer job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,672 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Principal Medical Writer- MedPubs Focus

Veristat

On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Description:

Key Purpose:

The Principal Medical Writer independently plans and prepares a range of regulatory documents and/or medical communications to support all phases of product development. The primary responsibilities of the position are organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting scientific and statistical information in accordance with industry guidelines (International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) and other regulatory guidelines, or International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and Good Publications Practice (GPP) guidelines, as appropriate) and individual company document standards. The Principal Medical Writer works under the direction of Medical Writing management and collaborates with cross-functional internal and external document production teams as appropriate.

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  • Flexible, inclusive culture - 70% remote workforce, 66% women-led teams

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What we offer:

  • The estimated hiring range for this role is $ 132K-151K plus applicable bonus. This hiring range is specific to the US and will vary for other regions based upon local market data. Final salary is ultimately decided upon taking into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to: skills and experience, licensure and certifications, education, specific location and dynamic market data.
  • Benefits vary by location and may include:
  • Remote working
  • Flexible time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Retirement plans

What we look for:

  • Bachelor's degree required; PhD, MD or PharmD preferred; science-related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of medical writing experience in a contract research organization or pharmaceutical/biotechnology research setting.
  • Experience as a lead writer on a minimum of 20 manuscripts, 20 abstracts, 20 posters or oral presentations across all phases of drug development and therapeutic areas.
  • Advanced knowledge of ICH and related regulatory guidelines and/or ICMJE and GPP guidelines; ISMPP CMPP certification preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (advanced MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel); Adobe Acrobat for developing and editing poster slides, pdf poster layouts and slide sets
  • Knowledge publication guidelines and industry standards, adherence to client publication policies and procedures, confidentiality, secure file transfer, copyright and privacy protection.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to work across an organization, facilitate discussions with clients and internal and external authors
  • Strong analytical skills to anticipate client needs within client engagements, identify where improvements can be made and offer suggestions for making work more efficient
  • Maintain industry knowledge, identify and adopt work practices that are the most effective to ensure consistency in performance for self and the team

Automated Decision Making: All applicants are reviewed by a member of the Veristat Talent Acquisition team; Veristat does not utilize an automated decision-making process.

Veristat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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