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Medasource

Lead Medical Writer

Dublin, OH · On-site

$80 - $90/hr

Mentor and develop junior medical writers, providing guidance and support as needed * Demonstrate advanced medical writing skills and maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory document requirements ...

Argenx

Director of Medical Writing

Managing focus o Manage (80%) medical writers (in-house FTEs, contractors, and external vendors) who are individually contributing to the MW activities for a variety of regulatory documents o Author ...

ProPharma Group

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 ...

Calyx

Medical Writer

Provide medical editing review of draft and final documents prepared by other medical writers before internal or external distribution. This includes both copyediting and content review. * Follow ...

ProPharma Group

Principal Medical Writer

Charleston, WV · On-site

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 ...

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Costello Medical

Analyst/Medical Writer

Boston, MA · On-site

Analysts and Medical Writers work on projects involving the detailed analysis of data from clinical trials and the assimilation and creative presentation of this analysis in different formats ...

Prometrika LLC

Manager, Medical Writing

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$136K - $164K/yr

Manage and supervise junior medical writers and/or external contractors * Oversee and/or participate in the development/writing of: * Clinical Development Plans (CDPs) * Clinical study protocols and ...

Costello Medical

Analyst/Medical Writer

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$71K - $76K/yr

Analysts and Medical Writers work on projects involving the detailed analysis of data from clinical trials and the assimilation and creative presentation of this analysis in different formats ...

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Mentoring and training junior medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth * Staying current with industry trends and regulatory guidelines to inform writing practices ...

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Principal Medical Writer

Blue Bell, PA · On-site +1

Mentoring and training junior medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth * Staying current with industry trends and regulatory guidelines to inform writing practices ...

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Mentoring and training junior medical writers, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth * Staying current with industry trends and regulatory guidelines to inform writing practices ...

BIOMARIN PHARMACEUTICAL

Medical Writer

San Rafael, CA

... Medical Writers Association certificate, Editor in Life Sciences certificate, or relevant training through Drug Information Association. EXPERIENCE State both the minimum and the preferred number of ...

Syneoshealth

Medical Writer II/ Sr Medical Writer

OR · Remote

Mentors and leads less experienced medical writers on complex projects, as necessary. Develops deep expertise on key topics in the industry and the regulatory requirements and guidelines that affect ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical writers in the United States is $46.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $56.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Lead Medical Writer

Lead Medical Writer

Medasource

Dublin, OH • On-site

$80 - $90/hr

Contractor

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Lead Medical Writer
Remote (must be based in EST)
Compensation: $80-$90 per hour
Contract Length: 2 month Contract to Hire (40 hours/week)
Start Date: 7/1/26
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is a global healthcare services and products company providing pharmaceuticals, medical products, and supply chain solutions to hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers. The organization plays a critical role in helping healthcare systems improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance patient care through integrated distribution and data-driven solutions. As a Lead Medical Writer on a 2-month remote contract, you will autonomously author and review a range of clinical regulatory documents, including CTD Module II summaries, Clinical Overviews, Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), and responses to health authority queries. You will contribute scientifically and strategically to submission teams, plan data analyses, review statistical analysis plans, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders such as Clinical Sciences, Clinical Pharmacology, Biometry, Drug Safety, Clinical Operations, CMC, and Regulatory Affairs. This role requires advanced medical writing skills, deep knowledge of regulatory requirements, the ability to mentor junior writers, and strong interpersonal and presentation abilities. Candidates must be available to work in the Eastern Standard Time zone.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Autonomously write and review clinical regulatory documents, including CTD Module II summaries, Clinical Overviews, Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), and other regulatory submissions such as responses to health authority questions, briefing books, 120-day safety updates, pediatric investigational plans, and investigator brochures
  • Contribute scientifically and strategically to submission teams at the project and/or study team level, providing input on pooling strategy, content expertise, and guidance on regulatory requirements
  • Plan and review data analyses and presentations for CSRs; review statistical analysis plans and related documents
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, including Clinical Sciences, Clinical Pharmacology, Biometry, Drug Safety, Clinical Operations, CMC, and Regulatory Affairs
  • Work with in-house Documentation Specialists to produce high-quality final documents and ensure timely delivery
  • Mentor and develop junior medical writers, providing guidance and support as needed
  • Demonstrate advanced medical writing skills and maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory document requirements and guidelines
  • Work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and meeting challenging deadlines
  • Exhibit excellent interpersonal and presentation skills in all interactions
  • Maintain advanced proficiency in English for all written and verbal communications
WHAT YOU BRING
  • Advanced degree in life sciences (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MS preferred)
  • 5+ years of regulatory/medical writing experience in the pharmaceutical industry across several therapeutic areas
  • Proven ability to autonomously write and review clinical regulatory documents (e.g., CTD Module II summaries, CSRs, Clinical Overviews, Investigator brochures, and other regulatory submissions)
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory document requirements and guidelines
  • Experience contributing scientifically and strategically to submission teams
  • Ability to plan data analyses and review statistical analysis plans for CSRs
  • Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Well-developed medical writing skills with attention to quality and deadlines
  • Ability to mentor and develop junior medical writers
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Advanced level of English proficiency
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines
  • Remote work capability with availability in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

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