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The New York Times

Senior Staff Editor, Well

New York, NY · On-site

$124K - $135K/yr

... science or lifestyle journalist. * Significant editing experience, including a deep understanding of digital publishing. * Experience supervising beat reporters and freelancers. * Science-literate ...

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News 12 Meteorologist - Freelance

Bethpage, NY · On-site

$57K - $94K/yr

Ensure all content meet News 12 Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality ... Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science preferred, Master's degree is a plus

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News 12 Meteorologist - Freelance

Bethpage, NY

$57K - $94K/yr

Ensure all content meet News 12 Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality ... Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science preferred, Master's degree is a plus

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Freelance Medical Writer

Hueman PE Talent Solutions

Belmont, MA • Remote

$50 - $75/hr

Contractor

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Custom Learning Designs has partnered with Hueman to find a Technical Writer - Freelance, remote. 

 
Custom Learning Designs (CLD) is a leading provider of custom training solutions for pharmaceutical and life sciences companies. At CLD, we support our customers in developing customized training for their commercial sales teams, medical teams (MSLs), patients, and physicians.

Freelance Medical Writer

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Medical Writer to join our team and develop high-quality, scientifically accurate content across a range of medical and pharmaceutical communications. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a solid foundation in the life sciences who can translate complex clinical and scientific information into clear, compelling, and accessible prose for a variety of audiences. This role requires the ability to independently research primary literature, apply sound analytical judgment, and synthesize findings into well-organized, detail-oriented deliverables under tight deadlines. The successful candidate will bring both precision and creativity to their work, along with the ability to quickly understand new medical topics in depth and communicate them effectively.

Requirements

  • Excellent writing and organization skills
  • Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and Acrobat
  • Understand a medical topic in depth and apply that knowledge to creating high-quality medical content
  • Research primary literature to locate appropriate reference citations
  • Translate primary literature into accurate and compelling prose that is easily understood by a layperson
  • Fastidious attention to detail
  • Good analytical skills
  • Ability to work under deadline pressures

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years freelance or in-house medical writing experience in a pharma or biotech setting
  • BS/BA in life sciences, pharmacology, medicine, journalism or writing; advanced degree preferred
  • Pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device sales training experience a plus
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At Custom Learning Designs, you'll work with top pharma companies, contribute to impactful training solutions, and grow in a collaborative and innovative environment. Apply now to be part of a mission-driven team shaping the future of pharma training.

 
Hueman is proud to partner with Custom Learning Designs as the exclusive recruitment partner for this role. If you are interested in learning more about a career with CLD as a Freelance Writer apply today! 

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