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Medical Writer (PhD, PharmaD, or MD)

POSTED 9/17/2026

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Job Description


Our client, a NYC-based pharmaceutical agency, is seeking experienced Freelance Senior Medical Writers with an advanced degree in a scientific discipline — MD, PhD, or PharmD strongly preferred; Master's degree will also be considered — to support ongoing pharmaceutical and healthcare communications initiatives. This role requires strong scientific expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

  • 40 hours per week
  • Remote, EST
  • $60-70/hr

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, edit, and review high-quality medical and scientific content for pharmaceutical and healthcare communications
  • Annotate, cite, and reference scientific and clinical source materials accurately and consistently
  • Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings from peer-reviewed medical journals
  • Support Medical-Legal-Regulatory (MLR) review processes, including addressing reviewer feedback and ensuring compliance
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including account, strategy, creative, and medical affairs
  • Ensure all deliverables meet scientific accuracy, regulatory requirements, and brand guidelines

Required Qualifications:

  • Prior agency experience as a medical writer in a med comms, promotional, or publications agency environment
  • Experience with scientific writing, referencing, and annotation of clinical content
  • Familiarity with Medical-Legal-Regulatory (MLR) review processes
  • Proven ability to interpret, review, and summarize peer-reviewed medical literature
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. 

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Contract

WORPLACE:
Remote

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