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Medical Health Writer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Analyst/Medical Writer

Boston, MA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Analysts and Medical Writers work on projects involving the detailed analysis of data from clinical ... Costello Medical is structured into teams focusing on distinct services within the healthcare ...

Principal Medical Writer ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven ...

Medical Assistant

Albany, NY · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

The Medical Assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate ... Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work within a team as ...

Principal Medical Writer ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven ...

Principal Medical Writer

$152K - $190K/yr

Bachelor's degree in a life science (or health-related field) required; advanced degree (Masters/PhD/PharmD) preferred with a minimum 10 years of relevant medical writing experience * Demonstrated ...

ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only one that is 100% focused on researching ... ViiV Healthcare is seeking a Principal Medical Writer who will lead and deliver high-quality ...

Principal Medical Writer

Durham, NC · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Overview We are seeking an experienced Principal Medical Writer to lead the development of high ... IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and health ...

Medical Assistant - GI Office

Albany, NY · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

The Medical Assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate ... Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work within a team as ...

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How much do medical health writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical health writer in the United States is $38.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $48.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Medical Health Writer vs Medical Content Specialist?

AspectMedical Health WriterMedical Content Specialist
CredentialsOften holds degrees in health, science, or journalismTypically has health or medical background, sometimes with certifications in content creation
Work EnvironmentFreelance, agency, or in-house writing teamsHealthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, or media outlets
Industry UsageCommonly used in publishing, marketing, and educational contentUsed in healthcare marketing, patient education, and digital content management

The main difference is that Medical Health Writers focus primarily on creating accurate, well-researched medical content, often for publication or educational purposes. Medical Content Specialists may have a broader role in managing and strategizing healthcare content across platforms. Both roles require medical knowledge, but their focus and responsibilities differ slightly.

Do medical health writers make good money?

Medical health writers can earn competitive salaries, often ranging from entry-level pay to six-figure incomes for experienced professionals. Earnings depend on factors such as experience, specialization, writing quality, and whether they work freelance or for an organization. Many also supplement income through contracts, editing, or consulting work.

Is there a demand for medical health writers?

There is a steady demand for medical health writers due to the ongoing need for accurate health information in publications, websites, and healthcare organizations. Professionals with strong writing skills, medical knowledge, and familiarity with industry standards are sought after in this field.

What does a medical health writer do?

A medical health writer creates clear, accurate content on medical and health topics for audiences such as patients, healthcare professionals, or the general public. They research scientific studies, adhere to industry guidelines, and often work with medical experts to ensure factual correctness, typically using tools like style guides and referencing medical literature.

What qualifications are needed to be a medical health writer?

Medical health writers typically need a strong background in healthcare, such as a degree in medicine, nursing, or a related field, along with excellent writing and research skills. Many employers also prefer familiarity with medical terminology, scientific literature, and tools like reference management software; certifications in medical writing can be advantageous.

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Infographic showing various Medical Health Writer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,364 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Principal Medical Writer, Cardio/Metabolic Health

Charleston, WV

ProPharma Group
Business Management Consulting • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

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Job description

For the past 25 years, ProPharma has improved the health and wellness of patients by providing advice and expertise that empowers biotech, med device, and pharmaceutical organizations of all sizes to confidently advance scientific breakthroughs and introduce new therapies. ProPharma partners with its clients through an advise-build-operate model across the complete product lifecycle.With deep domain expertise in regulatory sciences, clinical research solutions, quality & compliance, pharmacovigilance, medical information, and R&D technology, ProPharma offers an end-to-end suite of fully customizable consulting solutions that de-risk and accelerate our partners' most high-profile drug and device programs.

Essential Functions:

  • Ensures appropriate communication on project- and program-related matters with medical writing leadership, internal functional area heads, and internal resources/consultants as applicable.

  • Manages clinical program documents for assigned clients, such as protocols, protocol amendments, IBs, ICFs, patient narratives, study reports, as well as more complex regulatory documents (e.g., PBRER, IND, NDA, BLA, MAA, eCTD submissionlevel documents) as assigned.

  • Leads cross-functional coordination of resources (e.g., internal resources/consultants) to manage medical writing and QC deliverables as assigned.

  • Independently authors (writes/edits) high-quality medical writing deliverables (i.e., clinical, safety, regulatory, device, diagnostics, or disclosures documents) across all phases of clinical research and in various therapeutic areas including but not limited to: protocols, protocol amendments, study reports, patient narratives, IBs, ICFs, CEPs/CERs, DSURs, and plain language summaries, as well as more complex documents (e.g., PBRER, IND, NDA, BLA, MAA, eCTD submission level documents).

  • Supervises, trains, and mentors less experienced medical writers, as necessary.

  • Adheres to established regulatory standards/guidelines including but not limited to: ICH E3 or E6(R2), EU MDR/IVDR, Company standard operating procedures, client standards, and Company- and/or client-approved templates.

  • Strives to complete medical writing deliverables on time and within budget.

  • Independently manages client expectations and interacts and communicates directly with clients, leads team meetings (e.g., project kickoff, comment review), and manages the deliverable timelines.

  • Interacts and collaborates with subject matter experts in clinical operations, data management, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, etc., as needed, to produce medical writing deliverables.

  • Coordinates QC reviews of documents and maintains audit trails of changes as applicable.

  • Reviews statistical analysis plans and table/figure/listing shells (as applicable) for appropriate content, grammar, format, and consistency.

  • If requested by supervisor, performs QC review (e.g., reviews in-text tables against statistical output).

  • Performs peer review of documents written by other medical writers, as required.

  • Assists with project-related administrative tasks (e.g., creates and maintains timelines, updates deliverable trackers, hosts internal/client meetings).

  • Maintains familiarity with current industry practices, regulatory requirements, and guidelines related to medical writing.

  • Understands budget specifications for assigned deliverables, works within the budgeted hours, and communicates out-of-scope tasks to medical writing leadership.

  • Supports multiple medical writing deliverables/projects simultaneously and manages own workload with minimal intervention from management team.

  • Brings issues and potential concerns to line manager/client oversight manager's attention and proposes possible solutions for consideration by management team.

  • Participates in and leads departmental initiatives (e.g., process improvement, lunch and learns, etc.).

  • Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Skills and Abilities:

  • Advanced knowledge of clinical research principles and demonstrated ability to interpret and present clinical data and other complex information.

  • Advanced understanding of FDA (and other regulatory bodies as relevant to their role) and applicable regulations and guidelines.

  • Advanced understanding of regulatory submission requirements and processes.

  • Computer technology proficiency and expert word processing skills in MS Word, including required proficiency with tables, graphs, and figures.

  • Exceptional project management skills and strong communication skills with a high attention to detail and quality.

  • English language proficiency and familiarity with American Medical Association (AMA) style.

  • Strong experience in relationship building and strategic collaboration on key business accounts.

  • Thinks proactively, takes initiative, and willingly takes on new challenges.

  • Ability to identify areas of concern or inefficiency and propose solutions for consideration by the management team to improve overall efficiency and quality of deliverables.

  • Works independently with exceptional time-management skills and contacts management team proactively when additional support and resources are needed.

  • Works effectively in a collaborative team environment.

  • Demonstrates a growth mindset and positive outlook in all work activities.

Educational Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in medical or scientific discipline.

Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in writing clinical and/or regulatory documents for drugs, biologics, and/or medical devices/diagnostics for a contract research organization, pharmaceutical company, or biotechnology company.

  • Other professional and/or educational experience may contribute toward this minimum requirement, as determined on a casebycase basis.

We celebrate our differences and strive to create a workplace where each person can be their authentic self. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employees are encouraged to unleash their innovative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial spirits. With a holistic approach as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide a safe space where all employees feel empowered to succeed.

All applications to roles at ProPharma are personally reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not rely on AI screening tools to support our hiring process. You will always receive an outcome to your application so that you have an answer from us - whether you're successful or not.

Whilst ProPharma supports remote working, we also recognise the value that comes from in person collaboration. As such, we encourage any new hires that are based within a reasonably short commute of one of our offices to work on a hybrid basis and spend some time working from that office location, as agreed with your manager. All applications will be treated on their own merit and candidates will not be at any advantage or disadvantage based on their proximity to an office.

***ProPharma Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters/third parties. Please, no phone calls or emails to anyone regarding this posting.***