Medical Writer Jobs

Medical Writer jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and clinical research industries, from entry-level associate to principal and director, with specializations in regulatory writing, clinical documentation, and medical communications. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles63+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerSyneos Health
Top cityRemote
Work type68% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Systimmune
Medical Writer
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Systimmune
New 6h ago
Medical Writer
Systimmune
Remote
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$80k - $130k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's

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MannKind Corporation
Associate Director, Medical Writer
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MannKind Corporation
Added 4d ago
Associate Director, Medical Writer
MannKind Corporation
Westlake Village, California
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
$148k - $222k/yr
Hybrid
Master's
201-500

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MannKind Corporation
Associate Director, Medical Writer
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MannKind Corporation
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Associate Director, Medical Writer
MannKind Corporation
Bedford, Massachusetts
$148k - $222k/yr
Hybrid
Master's
201-500

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Syneos Health
Sr. Principal Medical Writer
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Syneos Health
Added 6d ago
Sr. Principal Medical Writer
Syneos Health
New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
$95k - $211k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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GSK
Principal Medical Writer
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GSK
Added 1w ago
Principal Medical Writer
GSK
Durham, North Carolina
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Medical Writer Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Syneos Health
    Syneos Health8
  • BioMarin Pharmaceutical
    BioMarin Pharmaceutical7
  • Laborie
    Laborie7
  • Precision Medicine
    Precision Medicine5
  • Ionis Pharmaceuticals
    Ionis Pharmaceuticals3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals27
  • Healthcare & Medical Services12
  • Science & Research12
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Distribution & Wholesale7

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical writer jobs.

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related scientific field
  • Demonstrated experience writing clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, or medical communications
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word styles, templates, and tracked-changes workflows
  • Familiarity with ICH guidelines, FDA or EMA submission requirements, and Good Documentation Practice
  • Strong ability to interpret and translate clinical data for scientific and non-scientific audiences
  • American Medical Writers Association certification (AMWA) or equivalent credential preferred

Tips for Your Medical Writer Job Search

Tailor your resume to document type

Hiring managers scan for the specific document types you've written: CSRs, IBs, SmPCs, manuscripts, or MOA decks. Lead with a short document portfolio list under your summary so recruiters immediately see whether your experience matches the role's output.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists medical writer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight therapeutic area depth strategically

Most postings specify a TA like oncology, rare disease, or cardiovascular. If your background crosses multiple areas, foreground the one that matches each role rather than listing all of them equally, diffuse coverage reads as a lack of specialization.

Prepare a writing sample before interviewing

Many medical writer interviews include a writing exercise or a request for a sample before the second round. Have a clean, de-identified CSR summary or manuscript excerpt ready so you're not scrambling after a callback.

Address regulatory experience in your cover letter

Regulatory-track roles at CROs and pharma companies weight ICH, FDA, or EMA guideline familiarity heavily. If you've worked under those frameworks, name the specific guidelines you've applied rather than describing it as general regulatory experience.

Negotiate scope not just salary

When you reach the offer stage, ask specifically about document ownership, review cycle expectations, and whether medical information or publication planning work is included. Scope creep is common in this role and understanding it upfront protects you after you start.

Medical Writer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most medical writers?

The companies hiring the most medical writers right now include Syneos Health, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and Laborie, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently strongest at large CROs, integrated pharma companies, and medical communications agencies.

How many medical writer jobs are remote?

About 32% of medical writer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more location-flexible roles in the life sciences. Regulatory writing and publication planning positions tend to skew most remote, while roles tied to on-site clinical teams or manufacturing sites are more likely to require in-person attendance.

How do you become a medical writer?

Start by earning a degree in a life science, pharmacy, nursing, or health communications field, then build writing samples by contributing to research publications, patient-facing materials, or science communication projects. Pursue AMWA membership for resources and credentialing, then target entry-level associate roles at CROs or medical communications agencies where mentorship and document variety are highest.

Can you get a medical writer job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level medical writer roles do exist, particularly at CROs and medcomms agencies that train associates internally. The strongest candidates without direct industry experience come in with published research, thesis writing, or healthcare content backgrounds, and bring a polished writing sample that shows they can translate scientific data into clear, structured prose.

What does the medical writer interview process look like?

Most medical writer interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a recruiter screen focused on therapeutic area background and document experience. The second is a hiring manager interview covering writing process and regulatory familiarity. Many companies add a written exercise asking you to summarize a study abstract or edit a draft document before a final offer conversation.

Where can I find and apply to medical writer jobs?

You can find and apply to medical writer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your therapeutic area experience and document background, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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