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Writer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, journalism, English, communications, or a related discipline. Many publishers, tech companies, and content-driven employers file LCAs for Writer positions each year.
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Location: New York, NY
Salary: 92,700.00 - 148,400.00 USD Annual
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Writer - Community & Public Health Education
We are excited to recruit a Writer to join the Community & Public Health Education team. The Writer will play a pivotal role in supporting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s efforts to deliver accurate, accessible, and impactful health information to diverse audiences. This role focuses on creating, editing, and managing disease guides and other high-intent content. The Writer will collaborate with subject-matter experts, clinical leaders, marketing and communication teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the organization’s health content is clear, consistent, and audience-focused.
Role Overview
Content Development and Editing
- Write, edit, and proofread disease guides and other health-related content, ensuring adherence to plain language principles and health literacy best practices. Must be exceptionally skilled in writing and copy editing.
- Lead the migration of existing disease guide content to an updated format, ensuring a seamless user experience.
- Translate complex medical information into accessible, patient-centered language. Identify outdated or inaccurate content, recommend revisions, and implement updates.
- Conduct literature reviews and research to ensure the accuracy and credibility of health information.
- Ensure alignment with current clinical guidelines, evidence-based practices, SEO principles, and organizational priorities.
- Uphold editorial consistency, quality, and accuracy through rigorous fact-checking and peer reviews.
- Ensure all content aligns with the organization’s style guide, brand voice, and tone.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with subject-matter experts, clinical teams, marketing and communication teams, and other stakeholders to gather input, secure approvals, and ensure content accuracy and relevance.
- Maintain an effective feedback loop with teams to enhance content quality and ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Partner with designers, developers, and digital teams to optimize content.
Learning and Knowledge-Sharing
- Stay evidence-informed on industry trends, plain language guidelines, and best practices in digital health communication.
- Share insights and resources with team members to strengthen overall content strategy and execution, participating in monthly Journal Club.
Key Qualifications:
- Proven experience in health, medical, or science writing (clinical or patient-facing content preferred)
- Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills
- Strong understanding of plain language principles, SEO, and health literacy standards
- Experience translating complex medical/scientific information into accessible, patient-friendly content
- Experience working with content management systems (CMS) (Drupal) for web publishing
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (clinicians, SMEs, marketing, digital teams)
- Strong research skills, including conducting literature reviews and evaluating clinical accuracy
Core Skills:
- Ability to translate complex medical information into clear, patient-centered language
- Strong editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills with adherence to editorial standards and style guides
- Expertise in plain language principles, SEO, and health literacy best practices
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder needs
- Cross-functional collaboration skills, working effectively with clinicians, subject-matter experts, and marketing teams
Additional Information:
- Location: Hybrid; 633 Third Ave, New York, NY
- Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday. 99% remote
- Reporting to: Associate Director, Community & Public Health Education
Pay Range: $92,700.00 - $148,400.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- Step 1: Complete an Online Application
- Step 2: Interview Process
- Step 3: Provide References
- Step 4: Extension of Job Offer
- Step 5: Onboarding
- Step 6: New Employee Orientation
Department: Marketing & Communication
Location: New York, NY
Salary: 92,700.00 - 148,400.00 USD Annual
About us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Writer - Community & Public Health Education
We are excited to recruit a Writer to join the Community & Public Health Education team. The Writer will play a pivotal role in supporting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s efforts to deliver accurate, accessible, and impactful health information to diverse audiences. This role focuses on creating, editing, and managing disease guides and other high-intent content. The Writer will collaborate with subject-matter experts, clinical leaders, marketing and communication teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the organization’s health content is clear, consistent, and audience-focused.
Role Overview
Content Development and Editing
- Write, edit, and proofread disease guides and other health-related content, ensuring adherence to plain language principles and health literacy best practices. Must be exceptionally skilled in writing and copy editing.
- Lead the migration of existing disease guide content to an updated format, ensuring a seamless user experience.
- Translate complex medical information into accessible, patient-centered language. Identify outdated or inaccurate content, recommend revisions, and implement updates.
- Conduct literature reviews and research to ensure the accuracy and credibility of health information.
- Ensure alignment with current clinical guidelines, evidence-based practices, SEO principles, and organizational priorities.
- Uphold editorial consistency, quality, and accuracy through rigorous fact-checking and peer reviews.
- Ensure all content aligns with the organization’s style guide, brand voice, and tone.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with subject-matter experts, clinical teams, marketing and communication teams, and other stakeholders to gather input, secure approvals, and ensure content accuracy and relevance.
- Maintain an effective feedback loop with teams to enhance content quality and ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Partner with designers, developers, and digital teams to optimize content.
Learning and Knowledge-Sharing
- Stay evidence-informed on industry trends, plain language guidelines, and best practices in digital health communication.
- Share insights and resources with team members to strengthen overall content strategy and execution, participating in monthly Journal Club.
Key Qualifications:
- Proven experience in health, medical, or science writing (clinical or patient-facing content preferred)
- Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills
- Strong understanding of plain language principles, SEO, and health literacy standards
- Experience translating complex medical/scientific information into accessible, patient-friendly content
- Experience working with content management systems (CMS) (Drupal) for web publishing
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (clinicians, SMEs, marketing, digital teams)
- Strong research skills, including conducting literature reviews and evaluating clinical accuracy
Core Skills:
- Ability to translate complex medical information into clear, patient-centered language
- Strong editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills with adherence to editorial standards and style guides
- Expertise in plain language principles, SEO, and health literacy best practices
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder needs
- Cross-functional collaboration skills, working effectively with clinicians, subject-matter experts, and marketing teams
Additional Information:
- Location: Hybrid; 633 Third Ave, New York, NY
- Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST, Monday – Friday. 99% remote
- Reporting to: Associate Director, Community & Public Health Education
Pay Range: $92,700.00 - $148,400.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.
MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Application Process
- Step 1: Complete an Online Application
- Step 2: Interview Process
- Step 3: Provide References
- Step 4: Extension of Job Offer
- Step 5: Onboarding
- Step 6: New Employee Orientation
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Writer
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires that your degree align specifically with the Writer position, not just with writing in general. A degree in journalism, English, or communications is stronger evidence than a general humanities degree when the employer files the LCA.
Check employer LCA history before applying
Search the OFLC Wage Search to confirm a company has filed LCAs for Writer or related content roles. Employers who have sponsored before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer once costs become real.
Target industries with consistent H-1B Writer filings
Tech companies, digital media publishers, and corporate communications teams file more H-1B petitions for Writer roles than traditional newsrooms. Use Migrate Mate to filter Writer openings by employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history.
Build a portfolio that documents specialty occupation
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize Writer petitions because the role can appear non-specialized. A portfolio showing work requiring subject-matter expertise, technical documentation, financial content, or scientific writing, supports the specialty occupation argument your employer must make.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Before signing an offer, confirm whether the employer will cover the I-129 filing fee and whether they file standard or premium processing. Some companies sponsor the visa but pass government fees to the employee, which affects your actual start timeline.
Understand how the prevailing wage affects your title
DOL assigns prevailing wage levels to Writer roles by geographic area and job zone. If your offered salary falls at Level I or II, USCIS may question whether the position genuinely requires a degree. O*NET classifies Writers at job zone three, which supports a specialty occupation argument.
H-1B Visa Writer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Writer roles qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the specific Writer position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Technical writers, UX writers, and content strategists with defined subject-matter requirements are easier to qualify than general content writers. Roles listed as 'bachelor's preferred' rather than 'required' create problems at the LCA and I-129 stage.
Which degree fields support an H-1B petition for a Writer job?
Journalism, English, communications, marketing, technical writing, and subject-specific degrees like computer science or finance all work depending on the role. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between your degree field and the job duties. A computer science degree can support a technical Writer petition better than a general arts degree, even though both involve writing.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Writer positions?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Writer openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history. You can also cross-reference employer names against DOL LCA disclosure data to see whether a company has filed for Writer or content-related roles in recent fiscal years before investing time in an application.
Can a freelance or contract Writer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
No. H-1B sponsorship requires an employer-employee relationship, meaning the sponsoring company must control your work, set your hours, and supervise your output. Independent contractors and freelancers don't meet this standard. If you're currently freelancing, you need a direct employment offer from a company willing to file as your petitioner.
What happens to my H-1B if I switch from one Writer role to another employer?
Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before you start work. Under portability rules, if your original petition was approved and you've been in valid H-1B status, you can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed and receipted, without waiting for final approval.