21GRAMS- Medical Copywriter

Real Chemistry•Chicago, MA

1d•$90,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

Real Chemistry is seeking a Medical Copywriter to join 21GRAMS, its full-service healthcare advertising agency. The role combines scientific fluency and creative instinct to develop medically sound, strategically sharp, emotionally resonant copy for healthcare and pharmaceutical campaigns. The writer will translate complex clinical information into clear, compelling, brand-building messaging, working across promotional and scientific materials while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and brand voice. This is an agency role requiring collaboration across creative, strategy, account, project management, editorial, and medical teams in a fast-paced environment. The role may be performed remotely within the United States or from a U.S. office in New York City, San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, Lambertville, or Carmel. Real Chemistry's Real HART workplace approach provides flexibility according to role and location; employees within a one-hour commute of an office are required to attend in person two days per week. Employees without a nearby office may work remotely and gather during the year for collaboration and team activities. The anticipated annual salary range is $90,000–$110,000. Compensation depends on job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, and internal parity. Real Chemistry offers regionally tailored benefits and programs intended to support employee well-being, growth, and success.

Requirements

2–4+ years of experience in healthcare/pharmaceutical advertising, medical communications, or a closely related agency environment.
Experience writing in regulated categories.
A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, copywriting craft, and brand voice development.
Ability to balance creativity with scientific accuracy.
Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including Creative, Account, Project Management, Editorial, and Medical.
Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common research tools or platforms.
Knowledge of or strong interest in science, medicine, and healthcare marketing.
Ability to contribute to both promotional initiatives and scientific communications.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to healthcare professional and/or direct-to-consumer promotional work.
Experience working across multiple products or disease states.
Familiarity with medical, legal, and regulatory (MLR) review processes.
Curiosity about healthcare innovation, audience behavior, and emerging creative formats.

Responsibilities

Write healthcare and pharmaceutical advertising campaign copy for healthcare professional, patient, caregiver, and direct-to-consumer audiences.
Translate clinical data, mechanisms of action, and product information into clear, engaging, on-brand messaging.
Develop copy for websites, digital banners, emails, sales materials, patient education, videos, social media, and other omnichannel assets.
Partner with an Art Director and the broader creative team to develop integrated campaign concepts and executions.
Ensure copy aligns with brand strategy, marketing objectives, tone of voice, and audience needs.
Work with Medical and Scientific leadership to ensure content is accurate, balanced, and compliant.
Participate in strategic planning, internal brainstorms, and client meetings as needed.
Present concepts internally and incorporate feedback thoughtfully and efficiently.
Review and refine copy for clarity, grammar, consistency, and accuracy throughout the agency process.
Collaborate with Editorial to resolve stylistic or grammatical concerns.
Build understanding of assigned brands, disease states, competitors, and the evolving market landscape.
Identify relevant medical, competitive, or regulatory updates that may affect messaging or tactical development.
Contribute a solutions-oriented approach and support the overall quality of the work.