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Scientific Writer

$57K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

This is a full-time position located in Bethesda, MD, with teleworking or remote eligibility ... Research, write, and edit scientific and technical content, including reports, policy papers ...

Scientific Writer

Bethesda, MD · On-site +1

$57K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

This is a full-time position located in Bethesda, MD, with teleworking or remote eligibility ... Research, write, and edit scientific and technical content, including reports, policy papers ...

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 ... Minimum university life science degree or equivalent is required. Advanced degree or equivalent ...

Senior Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

$80K - $110K/yr

Remote work may be considered for the right candidate. What you will do as a senior scientist ... Document work and write technical reports. Senior scientist required skills: * Comprehensive ...

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How much do remote senior science writer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote senior science writer in the United States is $92,559.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $101,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a remote senior science writer do?

A Remote Senior Science Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and reviewing scientific content for a variety of audiences, such as academic journals, research institutions, or the general public, all while working from a remote location. They translate complex scientific concepts into clear, accurate, and engaging materials like articles, reports, white papers, or grant proposals. Senior Science Writers often collaborate with researchers, subject matter experts, and editors to ensure scientific accuracy and accessibility. Their role may also involve mentoring junior writers, managing projects, and staying updated on the latest developments in science and science communication.

What are some common challenges faced by remote senior science writers when collaborating with global research teams?

Remote Senior Science Writers often work with international research teams, which can present challenges such as navigating time zone differences, ensuring clear communication despite cultural and language barriers, and managing multiple collaborative platforms. To succeed, writers need to be proactive in scheduling meetings, use collaborative tools effectively, and maintain organized documentation of revisions and feedback. Building strong relationships with team members and setting clear expectations for project timelines can help streamline the writing and review process.

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

To thrive as a Remote Senior Science Writer, you need advanced writing and editing skills, a strong background in science (often at least a bachelor’s or master’s degree), and experience translating complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences. Familiarity with reference management software, content management systems (CMS), and proficiency with collaborative tools like Google Workspace are typically required. Outstanding attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate clearly with both subject-matter experts and non-experts are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure clear, accurate, and engaging science communication that meets publication standards and client needs in a remote work environment.
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Infographic showing various Remote Senior Science Writer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,559 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

Senior Regulatory Medical Writer, Client-embedded, FSP

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Framingham, MA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


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Senior Regulatory Medical Writer (FSP; Remote; US)
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development, and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.
Summarized Purpose:
We are excited to expand our Medical Writing FSP Team and are seeking candidates based in the US! As a remote-based Senior Medical Writer within the FSP team, you will provide high-quality medical and scientific writing from planning and coordination through delivery of final drafts to internal and external clients. You will collaborate with internal and external clients, supporting and enabling effective and efficient communication that results in operational excellence. The Senior Medical Writer may assist the program manager. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in authoring clinical regulatory documents; ideally they will also bring the versatility to author and support preclinical regulatory documents as part of a broader regulatory writing portfolio.
Essential Functions:
  • Serves as a primary author who writes and provides input on routine clinical documents such as clinical study reports and study protocols and summarizes data from clinical studies.
  • Serve as a primary author who writes complex clinical and scientific and program level documents, such as IBs, bioassay reports, INDs, and MAAs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and ensure the accuracy and completeness of documents.
  • Ensure documents align with regulatory guidelines, company standards, and industry best practices.
  • Provide input on document content, structure, and presentation.
  • Review and provide feedback on documents prepared by other team members.
  • Manage timelines and deliverables for assigned projects.
  • Mentor and provide oversight to junior medical writers and ensure high-quality deliverables
  • Stay current with industry trends, guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification; Advanced degree preferred.
  • Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5+ years).
  • Experience working in the pharmaceutical/CRO industry preferred.
  • Additional qualifications in medical writing (AMWA; EMWA; RAC) advantageous.
  • In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Excellent data interpretation and medical writing skills, including grammatical, editorial, and proofreading skills
  • Strong project management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including problem solving.
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong presentation skills
  • Significant knowledge of global, regional, national, and other document development guidelines
  • Great judgment and decision-making skills
  • Excellent computer skills and skilled with client templates; Good knowledge of document management systems and other relevant applications (e.g., Excel, Outlook).

What We Offer:
At PPD clinical research services we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We understand that you will want to grow both professionally and personally throughout your career, and therefore at PPD clinical research services you will benefit from an award-winning learning and development program, ensuring you reach your potential.
As well as being rewarded a competitive salary, we have an extensive benefits package based around the health and well-being of our employees. We have a flexible working culture, where PPD clinical research services truly value a work-life balance. We have grown sustainably year on year but continue to offer a collaborative environment, with teams of colleagues eager to share expertise and have fun together. We are a global organization but with a local feel. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation, and support patients in need.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $105,000.00-$125,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

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