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Fifth Element

Strategy Director

New York, NY · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

Guide and mentor junior strategy talent Requirements * 8+ years in brand strategy within pharma advertising or healthcare marketing * Strong understanding of pharma markets, audiences, and regulatory ...

Fifth Element

Strategy Director

New York, NY

$145K - $165K/yr

Guide and mentor junior strategy talent Requirements * 8+ years in brand strategy within pharma advertising or healthcare marketing * Strong understanding of pharma markets, audiences, and regulatory ...

Fifth Element

Strategy Director

New York, NY · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

Guide and mentor junior strategy talent Requirements * 8+ years in brand strategy within pharma advertising or healthcare marketing * Strong understanding of pharma markets, audiences, and regulatory ...

BDG

Director, Sales, Pharma

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Established connections with Pharma advertisers * High energy and enthusiasm for digital and experiential sales with a motivation to be in market on a weekly basis * Exceptional track record of ...

Real Chemistry

21GRAMS- Medical Copywriter

Boston, MA · On-site +1

What You'll Do Write for healthcare/pharma advertising campaigns across HCP, patient, caregiver, and DTC audiences Translate complex clinical data, mechanism of action, and product information into ...

BDG

Director, Sales, Pharma

New York, NY

Established connections with Pharma advertisers * High energy and enthusiasm for digital and experiential sales with a motivation to be in market on a weekly basis * Exceptional track record of ...

Fifth Element

VP, Strategy Director

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $205K/yr

Champion the role of strategy in shaping creative excellence and business outcomes Requirements * 11 + years of experience in brand strategy within pharma advertising or healthcare marketing * Proven ...

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How much do pharma advertising jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for pharma advertising in the United States is $117,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $141,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is pharma advertising?

Pharma advertising refers to the promotion and marketing of pharmaceutical products, such as prescription drugs and medical devices, to healthcare professionals, patients, and consumers. It involves creating informative campaigns that comply with strict regulatory guidelines to ensure accuracy and transparency. The primary goal is to educate audiences about the benefits and risks of medications while supporting brand awareness and sales for pharmaceutical companies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Pharma Advertising, and why are they important?

To thrive in Pharma Advertising, you need a strong understanding of pharmaceutical products, regulatory requirements, and marketing principles, often supported by a degree in marketing, communications, or life sciences. Familiarity with industry compliance tools, CRM systems, and digital marketing platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, creativity, and attention to detail help professionals develop compelling campaigns and build trust with healthcare audiences. These skills ensure that advertising is both effective and compliant, helping brands succeed in a highly regulated and competitive industry.

What is the difference between Pharma Advertising vs Medical Writer?

AspectPharma AdvertisingMedical Writer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, marketing or communications background, industry certificationsMedical or life sciences degree, writing certifications, regulatory knowledge
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, pharmaceutical companies, marketing teamsMedical communication firms, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare publishers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in marketing campaigns, brand promotion, product launchesUsed in creating clinical documents, regulatory submissions, educational materials

Pharma Advertising focuses on promoting pharmaceutical products through marketing strategies, while Medical Writers specialize in creating scientific and regulatory content. Both roles require industry knowledge, but Pharma Advertising emphasizes marketing skills, whereas Medical Writers focus on scientific accuracy and regulatory compliance.

How does collaboration typically work between pharma advertising professionals and medical or regulatory teams?

Pharma advertising professionals frequently collaborate with medical, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure that promotional materials are accurate, compliant, and ethically sound. This partnership often involves multiple review rounds where advertising concepts, copy, and visuals are evaluated for adherence to industry standards and legal requirements. Clear communication and attention to detail are crucial, as these teams work together to balance creative messaging with regulatory guidelines. Effective teamwork ensures that campaigns are both compelling and compliant, making collaboration a core part of the day-to-day responsibilities in this role.
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Infographic showing various Pharma Advertising job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 90% Full Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 63% In-person, 11% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,386 per year, or $56.4 per hour.
Senior Copywriter - HCP [Pharma Advertising]

Senior Copywriter - HCP [Pharma Advertising]

Taylored Search

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Other

Posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Write concise, clear, creative, and accurate copy for various promotional tactics such as headlines, subheads, body copy, direct mail, detail aids, banner ads, and journal ads.

  • Collaborate with account services, art directors, and team members to develop creative strategies, concepts, and ensure campaign executions are accurate and timely.

  • Reference and fact-check copy, review advertising trends, and adjust or revise copy based on feedback to align with brand strategy and regulatory standards.

Job description

Title: Senior Copywriter

Location: NYC

Hybrid: 3-days (Tues/Wed/Thurs)


MUST-HAVE: HCP pharma advertising experience. Category experience in rare disease, oncology, or MS is a plus, but any HCP experience is fine


The role:

The Senior Copywriter provides in-depth knowledge and comprehensive writing skills to the

creative team. A senior copywriter has expertise in writing across all promotional tactics and is

able to tackle day-to-day copy needs with minimal supervision. They should be able to carry an

account if need be and have strong creative ideas. In addition, the Senior Copywriter should

develop positive relationships with team members and clients.


Role and responsibilities:

• Must be able to write copy that:

• Is concise, clear, creative, and supportable

• Displays good sentence structure

• Has overall good composition and a logical flow

• Is grammatically correct

• Has no spelling errors

• Creates and Develops

• Writes headlines, subheads and body copy

• References and fact-checks copy

• Concepts for professional and consumer campaigns, including, but not

limited to: direct mail, details aids, banner ads, journal ads, etc.

• Educational and motivational tools for the sales force

• Spends the majority of time making sure that tactics (sales aids, brochures, etc.) for

the campaign of his/her primary account are executed in an accurate, creative, and

timely manner

• Consults with Account Services and Momentum colleagues for information on

product

• Obtains additional background and current development information through

research (Internet, medical publications, etc.)

• Reviews advertising trends, consumer surveys, and other data regarding marketing of

specific and related goods and services in order to formulate a presentation approach

• Works with supervisor and/or art director to develop creative strategies, develop

concepts, and may be called on to act as creative lead on proposed projects

• Reviews/presents copy to senior team members to ensure adherence to strategic focus

and tone

• navigates an ever-changing landscape while adjusting and revising copy until

approved

• Develops therapeutic flexibility in order to provide copy support where needed (i.e.,

backup for other accounts and New Business accounts)

• Collaborates with an Art Director on new business opportunities

• Explores ways that the Art Director can graphically present the brand story and

associated data

• understands the role of strategy in the creative development process and contributes

to the development and refinement of brand strategy on assigned brands

• Familiarizes themselves with industry practices especially FDA regulations

• Familiarizes themselves with client workflow, risk environment and therapeutic

history

• Demonstrates an ability to think visually

• Understands the idea of branding and campaign development


Background/experience and skills:

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• 2-4 years' experience in a promotional healthcare agency

• Science and/or medical background ideal

• Possesses an inquisitive mind, asks relevant questions in the search for insights

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude

• Is detail oriented with a strong ability to research and problem solve

• Learns quickly and possesses a continuous learning mentality

• Communicates clearly, concisely and respectfully both verbally and in writing -

Professional writing experience a big plus

• Displays strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to collaborate

• Displays an ability to perform trajectory thinking. an ability to see beyond primary

and secondary associations and connectivity

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• Science and/or medical background a plus, but not necessary

• Demonstrates competency in the entire Microsoft software Suite

• thorough understanding of the digital environment including trends and social media

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