HealthCare Alliance Group, LLC is an innovative, full-service medical communications company dedicated to improving patients’ lives. We foster a collaborative, supportive team environment that encourages professional growth and excellence in client service.
We are seeking an Associate Medical Writer (Contract-to-Hire) to develop high-quality scientific and clinical content for a variety of audiences, including healthcare professionals, patients, and internal stakeholders. This role emphasizes hands-on medical writing, editorial excellence, scientific accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced medical communications environment. The Associate Medical Writer is also responsible for ensuring all deliverables are fully referenced, accurately annotated, and submission-ready to support efficient internal, client, and Medical/Legal/Regulatory (MLR) review processes.
The corporate office is located in Voorhees, New Jersey, just outside of Philadelphia. The part-time role (around 20 hours per week) can be 100% remote, or partial in office, if desired.
Medical Writing & Content Development
- Develop scientific and clinical materials including slide decks, publications, abstracts, posters, training resources, educational materials, and other client deliverables.
- Translate complex scientific information into accurate, audience-appropriate content aligned with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure all materials are scientifically accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
Referencing & Documentation
- Research, verify, and incorporate scientific references to support content.
- Prepare accurate reference lists and annotated deliverables in accordance with AMA style and client requirements. Organize supporting documentation to ensure submission-ready materials for internal and client review.
Editorial Quality & Collaboration
- Collaborate with editorial, medical, account, and project management teams to produce high-quality deliverables.
- Incorporate reviewer feedback while maintaining scientific accuracy and strategic messaging.
- Contribute to internal templates, style guides, and process improvements.
Professional Development & Communication
- Maintain knowledge of therapeutic areas and medical communications best practices.
- Participate in client meetings and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Support team initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
Core Skills
- Strong scientific writing, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proficiency in AMA Manual of Style and medical terminology.
- Ability to interpret scientific literature and translate complex clinical data into clear, audience-appropriate content.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
- Experience managing multiple deadlines, references, and review cycles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and reference management software (e.g., EndNote).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Communications, Journalism, or a related field required.
- 3–5+ years of experience in medical writing, medical editing, content development, or related roles within medical communications, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or agency environments.
- Experience preparing annotated, fully referenced deliverables for internal, client, or Medical/Legal/Regulatory review strongly preferred.
- Experience working in collaborative, deadline-driven environments with multiple stakeholders.
Why Join Us?
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary insurance plans
- 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Reduced summer hours (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Open communication encouraged
- Professional work environment promoting personal development and team growth
- Discounted ticket service for shows, sporting events, movies, and more