Freelance Medical Writer

Role Overview

Cactus Life Sciences partners with the global biopharma industry to drive innovation and elevate patient outcomes through agile, science-driven medical communications. We transform complex data into actionable insights, bridging the critical gaps between research, decision-making, and real-world healthcare impact.

We are seeking a Freelance Medical Writer with hands-on experience in Medical Information (MI) projects. The role involves drafting accurate, clear, and compliant standard response letters/medical information letters in alignment with defined formats and style guides.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and review standard response letters/medical information letters per specified format and style.
• Translate complex medical and scientific data into concise, accurate, and accessible summaries.
• Ensure consistency, clarity, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Deliver high-quality output within agreed timelines.
• Maintain flexibility to meet urgent deliverables, including occasional weekend work.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in developing medical information documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under tight timelines.
• Strong scientific knowledge with ability to interpret, analyze, and paraphrase complex content.
• Preferred exposure to neuropsychiatry, schizophrenia, and immunology.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to projects that directly support healthcare professionals and ultimately benefit patients.
• Cultivate a long-term association as we are constantly looking for reliable freelancers who can form an ongoing partnership with our team, not just short-term project contributors.
• Enjoy the flexibility of freelance work while having the opportunity for consistent, long-term assignments.
• Exposure to diverse therapy areas and global standards in Medical Information will help strengthen your expertise.
• Your contributions will be recognized and valued, as we consider freelancers a core extension of our medical writing team.

What We Expect from You

• Deliver work of consistently high quality, on time, and in line with agreed requirements.
• Timely communication and proactive updates on project progress.
• Strict adherence to data protection, confidentiality agreements, and compliance standards.
• Ability to pick up on nuances and ensure scientific and editorial accuracy.
• Willingness to take on urgent deliverables and adjust to evolving project needs.

About the Company

At Cactus Life Sciences (cactuslifesciences.com), we believe the future of medical communications lies at the intersection of science, technology, and human connection. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, with teams in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, and Japan, we help biopharmaceutical organizations redefine scientific exchange - leveraging AI, automation, and innovation while keeping patients at the heart of everything we do.

Our expertise spans medical strategy, scientific content development, and medical education across therapeutic areas and the product lifecycle. By blending scientific rigor, agile operational models, and future-ready technologies, we partner with medical affairs teams to catalyze their transformation, adapt to a changing landscape, and drive meaningful outcomes for healthcare communities worldwide.