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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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About Avalere Health
United by one profound purpose: to reach EVERY PATIENT POSSIBLE. At Avalere Health, we ensure every patient is identified, treated, supported, and cared for. Equally. Our Advisory, Medical, and Marketing teams come together – powerfully and intentionally – to forge unconventional connections, building a future where healthcare is not a barrier and no patient is left behind.
Achieving our mission starts with providing enriching, purpose-driven careers for our team that empower them to make a tangible impact on patient lives. We are committed to creating a culture where our employees are empowered to bring their whole selves to work and tap into the power of diverse backgrounds and skillsets to play a part in making a difference for every patient, everywhere.
Our flexible approach to working allows our global teams to decide where they want to work, whether in-office or at home based on team and client need. Major city hubs in London, Manchester, Washington, D.C., and New York, and smaller offices globally, serve as collaboration hubs allowing our teams to come together when it matters. Homeworkers are equally supported, with dedicated social opportunities and resources.
Our inclusive culture is at the heart of everything we do. We proudly support our employees in bringing their whole selves to work with our six Employee Network Groups – Diverse Ability, Family, Gender, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, and Race/Ethnicity. These groups provide opportunities to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and to connect, learn, and socialise through regular meetings and programs of activity. We are an accredited Fertility Friendly employer with our Fertility Policy, enhanced parental leave, and culture of flexibility ensuring every employee feels supported across their family planning journey and can work in a way that suits their family’s needs.
We are deeply invested in supporting professional growth for our employees through day-to-day career experiences, access to thousands of on-demand training sessions, regular career conversations, and the opportunity for global, cross-capability career moves.
We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you'd like to apply and need adjustments made, you can let us know in your application.
About the role
As a Medical Writer within the Medical capability at Avalere Health, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality content, including manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slides, and other materials, all while adhering to project specifications, timelines, and budgets. You’ll need to quickly grasp and synthesize complex information from unfamiliar therapy areas to create impactful materials within strict deadlines and scope.
You will join the Scientific Services team, the engine of Avalere Health’s Medical capability. In this role, you’ll collaborate with clients to cut through the noise of data, extract valuable insights, and work with external experts to develop engaging strategies and compelling solutions that ultimately improve patients’ lives.
What you'll do
- Research, write, and revise high-quality, original editorial content across a range of project types (i.e. manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks).
- Assess projects to proactively identify areas that will require team collaboration (i.e. creative design, editorial support); and elicit help as needed.
- Liaise with clients, authors, speakers, and colleagues with professionalism and confidence, always being on top of their projects.
- Orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; juggling multiple project types and deadlines by using time efficiently.
- Work with internal account teams to ensure projects are always delivered on time and on budget.
About you
- BSc or higher degree in the life sciences; a masters or PhD may be desirable but is not required.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office.
- Proficiency in internet and PubMed searches.
What we can offer
You will receive a 401K plan with an employer match contribution up to 4% (immediately vested), as well as life insurance, disability coverage, and medical, dental, and vision plans for peace of mind. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote work, along with the option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year. We provide 20 vacation days plus one personal well-being day, recognise 9 public holidays, along with gifted end-of-year holidays and an early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August.
Access free counselling through our employee assistance program and personalized health support. Our enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies provide support across every stage of your family-planning journey. You can also benefit from continuous opportunities to professionally develop with on-demand training, support, and global mobility opportunities across the business.
We encourage all applicants to read our candidate privacy notice before applying to Avalere Health.
We may use AI tools to support elements of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing CV/resumes, assessing responses, or transcribing interviews. These tools assist our Talent team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please review our candidate privacy policy.
About Avalere Health
United by one profound purpose: to reach EVERY PATIENT POSSIBLE. At Avalere Health, we ensure every patient is identified, treated, supported, and cared for. Equally. Our Advisory, Medical, and Marketing teams come together – powerfully and intentionally – to forge unconventional connections, building a future where healthcare is not a barrier and no patient is left behind.
Achieving our mission starts with providing enriching, purpose-driven careers for our team that empower them to make a tangible impact on patient lives. We are committed to creating a culture where our employees are empowered to bring their whole selves to work and tap into the power of diverse backgrounds and skillsets to play a part in making a difference for every patient, everywhere.
Our flexible approach to working allows our global teams to decide where they want to work, whether in-office or at home based on team and client need. Major city hubs in London, Manchester, Washington, D.C., and New York, and smaller offices globally, serve as collaboration hubs allowing our teams to come together when it matters. Homeworkers are equally supported, with dedicated social opportunities and resources.
Our inclusive culture is at the heart of everything we do. We proudly support our employees in bringing their whole selves to work with our six Employee Network Groups – Diverse Ability, Family, Gender, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, and Race/Ethnicity. These groups provide opportunities to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and to connect, learn, and socialise through regular meetings and programs of activity. We are an accredited Fertility Friendly employer with our Fertility Policy, enhanced parental leave, and culture of flexibility ensuring every employee feels supported across their family planning journey and can work in a way that suits their family’s needs.
We are deeply invested in supporting professional growth for our employees through day-to-day career experiences, access to thousands of on-demand training sessions, regular career conversations, and the opportunity for global, cross-capability career moves.
We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you'd like to apply and need adjustments made, you can let us know in your application.
About the role
As a Medical Writer within the Medical capability at Avalere Health, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality content, including manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slides, and other materials, all while adhering to project specifications, timelines, and budgets. You’ll need to quickly grasp and synthesize complex information from unfamiliar therapy areas to create impactful materials within strict deadlines and scope.
You will join the Scientific Services team, the engine of Avalere Health’s Medical capability. In this role, you’ll collaborate with clients to cut through the noise of data, extract valuable insights, and work with external experts to develop engaging strategies and compelling solutions that ultimately improve patients’ lives.
What you'll do
- Research, write, and revise high-quality, original editorial content across a range of project types (i.e. manuscripts, posters, abstracts, slide decks).
- Assess projects to proactively identify areas that will require team collaboration (i.e. creative design, editorial support); and elicit help as needed.
- Liaise with clients, authors, speakers, and colleagues with professionalism and confidence, always being on top of their projects.
- Orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; juggling multiple project types and deadlines by using time efficiently.
- Work with internal account teams to ensure projects are always delivered on time and on budget.
About you
- BSc or higher degree in the life sciences; a masters or PhD may be desirable but is not required.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office.
- Proficiency in internet and PubMed searches.
What we can offer
You will receive a 401K plan with an employer match contribution up to 4% (immediately vested), as well as life insurance, disability coverage, and medical, dental, and vision plans for peace of mind. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote work, along with the option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year. We provide 20 vacation days plus one personal well-being day, recognise 9 public holidays, along with gifted end-of-year holidays and an early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August.
Access free counselling through our employee assistance program and personalized health support. Our enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies provide support across every stage of your family-planning journey. You can also benefit from continuous opportunities to professionally develop with on-demand training, support, and global mobility opportunities across the business.
We encourage all applicants to read our candidate privacy notice before applying to Avalere Health.
We may use AI tools to support elements of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing CV/resumes, assessing responses, or transcribing interviews. These tools assist our Talent team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please review our candidate privacy policy.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
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 Precision Medicine, Veristat, and Syneos Health, with the largest share of openings in New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistently strongest at large CROs, integrated pharma companies, and medical communications agencies.
How many medical writer jobs are remote?
About 82% of medical writer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 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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