Top 42 Scientific writer Jobs in Fairfax, Va

Scientific Writer/Editor - ON-CALL
ICF —Fairfax, VA
- $61,232 - $104,094 a year
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Research
- Mid-level
Medical Writer
TECHNICAL RESOURCES INT'L —Bethesda, MD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Time management
Technical Writer/Editor
Gritter Francona —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Remote
- Research
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Technical Writer
ATCC —Manassas, VA
- $68,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
8d
Scientific Technical Writer/Editor
BLN24 —McLean, VA
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical Writer
Technical Resources International, Inc. —Bethesda, MD
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
Senior Public Affairs Opinion Writer (PART TIME)
The U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) —Rockville, MD
- $127,102 - $156,550 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Office
- In-person
- Paid time off
Scientific Technical Writer/Editor
GAP SOLUTIONS INC —Bethesda, MD
- $75,000 - $120,000 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Organizational skills
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14d
Director, Scientific Writing
AstraZeneca —Gaithersburg, MD
- $164,981 - $210,651 a year
- Overtime
- Medicine
- 7 years
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
9d
Request for Proposal (RFP) - Technical and Editorial Review of Training Material
Global Fishing Watch RFP —Washington, DC
- Remote
- Mid-level
Copywriter
Strategic Results —Washington, DC
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Philanthropy Writer, Donor Communications - R4403
World Wildlife Fund, Inc. —Washington, DC
- $95,600 - $119,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 6 years
- Research
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Senior Medical Writer
CEDENT —Rockville, MD
- Bachelor of Science
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
Senior Science Writer
MORI Associates —Washington, DC
- $46.57 - $47.03 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- In-person
- Senior level
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Report Writer II
BASI GAITHERSBURG LLC —Rockville, MD
- $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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14d
Technical Writer
Culmen International LLC —Silver Spring, MD
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Technical Writer
E Logic —Washington, DC
- From $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- 10 years
Quick Apply
8d
Technical Writer (0045)
OCT Consulting, LLC —Arlington, VA
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- English
- Research
- 8 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
3d
Associate Director, R&I Clinical Regulatory Writing (CReW)
AstraZeneca —Gaithersburg, MD
- $136,784.80 - $205,177.20 a year
- Overtime
- 5 years
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Technical Writer II
Strategic Results —Washington, DC
- $96,800 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Scientific Writer/Editor - ON-CALL

ICF -
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Job Details

Part-time
$61,232 - $104,094 a year

Qualifications

Technical editing
Medical writing
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Description

We are seeking an experienced Medical Writer/Editor to support high-visibility federal health communications initiatives. This role focuses on developing, editing, and maintaining evidence-based health content for public and professional audiences, translating complex scientific information into clear, accessible formats aligned with federal plain language and health literacy standards.

Key Responsibilities

Research, write, edit, and update health-related content for web and print formats
Translate complex medical and scientific information into plain language
Develop and edit fact sheets and educational materials based on scientific evidence
Ensure alignment with federal plain language and accessibility guidelines
Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders
Perform quality control reviews for accuracy and consistency
Support web content updates using content management systems (CMS)
Apply web-writing best practices including SEO and scannability
Support recurring content review cycles
Develop meeting summaries and synthesis documents as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s preferred)
At least 3 years of experience writing and editing medical or scientific content
Experience writing for public and/or professional audiences
Strong understanding of plain language and health literacy principles
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Ability to synthesize complex scientific material
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting federal health agencies
Familiarity with biomedical or integrative health topics
Experience developing content for multiple audience types
Experience with CMS platforms
Bilingual capabilities (e.g., Spanish)
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$61,232.00 - $104,094.00

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