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$65 - $68/hr

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Remote Duration: 12 Months Remote Summary: The Medical Writer on our Regulatory Clinical Evaluation ... Experience in clinical study management and design, medical, or scientific writing, and/or quality ...

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Senior Scientific/Regulatory Writer

East Hanover, NJ · Remote

$124K - $186K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Major Activities #LI-Remote Key Responsibilities: 1.To author and review high quality clinical and ... in life sciences/healthcare is desirable. * ≥ 2 years medical writing experience or other ...

Medical Writer

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$65K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Life

Research, learn, and simplify complex scientific/medical information, ensuring it is clearly ... remote environment Salary Range: $80K - $85K per year. Flywheel Partners LLC. provides Equal ...

Senior Medical Writer

Blue Bell, PA · On-site +1

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Senior Medical Writer- ICON- Remote USA ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical ... This is a hands-on scientific writing position within ICON's Global Medical Communications Group.

Senior Medical Writer

Blue Bell, PA · On-site +1

  • Medical

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  • Retirement

Senior Medical Writer- ICON- Remote USA ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical ... This is a hands-on scientific writing position within ICON's Global Medical Communications Group.

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How much do remote scientific writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote scientific writer in the United States is $47.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $58.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote scientific writer?

A Remote Scientific Writer is a professional who creates, edits, and reviews scientific documents such as research articles, grant proposals, regulatory submissions, and technical reports while working from a location outside of a traditional office. They often collaborate with researchers, scientists, and organizations to communicate complex scientific information clearly and accurately. This role requires strong writing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of scientific concepts, as well as the ability to work independently using digital communication tools.

What does a remote scientific writer do?

As a remote scientific writer, your duties typically include writing and editing scientific news releases, reports, and articles for a journal, trade publication, magazine, or newspaper. You might also contribute multimedia content to specialized science or technology websites, or report on a scientific discovery through a TV news or radio program. As part of your responsibilities, you attend scientific meetings, interview scientists, perform research, study trends and patterns, and publish your analyses to enrich your respective fields. Many scientific writers work remotely or accept freelance writing projects to supplement their positions at universities, public schools, corporations, or government agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote scientific writer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Scientific Writer, you need a strong background in science or a related field, excellent writing skills, and typically an advanced degree such as a master's or PhD. Familiarity with reference management tools (e.g., EndNote, Mendeley), scientific databases (e.g., PubMed), and proficiency in document editing software are essential. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate, high-quality scientific communication while meeting deadlines and collaborating effectively in a remote environment.

How do remote scientific writers typically collaborate with researchers and editorial teams despite working off-site?

Remote Scientific Writers often utilize digital communication tools such as video conferencing, collaborative document platforms, and project management software to maintain effective communication with researchers, subject matter experts, and editorial teams. Regular virtual meetings and clear documentation are essential to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and content accuracy. Successful remote writers proactively seek feedback, clarify technical details, and adapt their workflow to accommodate different time zones and team structures, fostering strong professional relationships and high-quality deliverables.

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Infographic showing various Remote Scientific Writer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,010 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

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Apply This is a remote opportunity with Abbott Category: Business Operations, Professional Services Title: Medical Writer IV Location: Remote Duration: 12 Months Remote Summary: The Medical Writer on our Regulatory Clinical Evaluation team provides technical and strategic writing expertise throughout the product development and life cycle process. Daily activities are related to authoring Clinical Evaluation Reporting documents for the Vascular products. Experience in clinical study management and design, medical, or scientific writing, and/or quality engineering/risk management and strong written and verbal communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities: Writes and contributes to Clinical Evaluation reporting deliverables including Clinical Evaluation Plans/Reports, SSCPs, Regulatory Responses and other related documentation. Evaluates and summarizes clinical evidence including data from sources such as clinical investigations, literature, post-market surveillance, risk, and post market clinical evaluations. Analyzes results in preparation for product applications and submissions.

Collaborates with team members and stakeholders in planning for and supporting CER related projects and processes. Supports additional clinical, regulatory, quality and engineering related deliverable as assigned. Effectively communicates and collaborates with Sales and Marketing, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Library Services, Product Performance Group (PPG), Quality Engineering, Clinical Affairs, Clinical Science, Risk Management and Medical Affairs in completing clinical evaluation project related deliverables.

Maintains thorough knowledge of assigned products. Identifies appropriate sources of relevant data, interprets, evaluates, and incorporates information from various sources including literature, clinical data, and medical references. Reviews IFUs, patient guides, Risk Management files, Clinical Evaluation Protocols, Clinical Evaluation Reports and Plans (CER/CEP), PMS Plan, PMCF Plans/Reports, SSCPs, physician training materials, ensuring alignment of risk information.

Involved in responses to complex queries such as those issued by notified bodies and stakeholders. Authors and contributes to necessary documents for regulatory submissions and communications, risk reviews, and other processes such as regulatory inquiries. Ensures quality in all deliverables and documentation with attention to detail, consistency, and integrity of data.

Responsible for compliance with applicable corporate and divisional policies and procedures. Ensures compliance to applicable regulations and guidance's (ISO13485, ISO14155, ISO14791, MEDDEV 2.7.1, MDR, and EU and FDA guidance documents) and applicable Abbott SOPs and DOPs. Education: Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience 6-8 years of medical writing experience in the medical or pharmaceutical industry or 8+ years general technical writing experience required Experience may include writing experience in a medical, pharmaceutical, medical device, clinical research, medical or research industry, or combination of these skills Preferred: Biomedical, sciences, medicine or similar health related discipline preferred CER writing experience preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience with collaborative, cross-functional teams

Excellent analytical skills and ability to manage complex tasks and manage time effectively Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans) Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit) Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state) Long Term Disability Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance 401(k) Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs. Published on 13 Aug 2026, 7:20 PM.


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