Lead Medical Writer Salary in Indianapolis, IN

How much does a Lead Medical Writer make in Indianapolis, IN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Medical Writer in Indianapolis, IN is $116,317. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $106,751 to $126,808, with most professionals earning between $98,042 and $136,359.

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What is a Lead Medical Writer?

The Lead Medical Writer is responsible for overseeing and managing the creation of medical and scientific content for various projects, including clinical trial protocols, regulatory documents, and publications. They work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all content is accurate, clear, and compliant with industry standards and regulations. The Lead Medical Writer also provides guidance and mentorship to junior writers, and may be involved in developing and implementing writing processes and standards within the organization. Additionally, they may be responsible for reviewing and editing the work of other writers to ensure consistency and quality. This role requires a strong understanding of medical and scientific concepts, excellent writing and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

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What does a Lead Medical Writer do?

Common responsibilities of a Lead Medical Writer

Act as a liaison between the medical writing team and other departments, fostering effective communication and collaboration.

September 13, 2023

Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and guidelines to ensure compliance and best practices in medical writing.

September 19, 2023

Provide strategic input and guidance on the development of clinical study protocols, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, and other medical writing deliverables.

September 24, 2023

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging and content across various documents and materials.

October 04, 2023

Mentor and train junior medical writers to develop their skills and knowledge in medical writing.

October 13, 2023

Lead the planning and execution of medical writing projects, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.

October 21, 2023

Oversee and manage the medical writing team, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality deliverables.

November 08, 2023

Review and edit medical writing documents for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

November 14, 2023

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and best practices for medical writing activities.

November 22, 2023

Serve as a subject matter expert on medical writing best practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

November 24, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Lead Medical Writer in Indianapolis, IN

Average Base Salary

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106751

126808

116317

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

110854

135378

122169

What is the average salary for Lead Medical Writer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Medical Writer in Indianapolis, IN. The base salary for Lead Medical Writer ranges from $106,751 to $126,808 with the average base salary of $116,317. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $110,854 to $135,378 with the average total cash compensation of $122,169.

View Average Salary for Lead Medical Writer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$116,317	$106,751 - $126,808
Bonus	$5,853	$4,103 - $8,570
Total Pay	$122,169	$110,854 - $135,378

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lead Medical Writer Salary Near Indianapolis, IN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Fishers, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,375 - $120,422	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Greenwood, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,707 - $126,756	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Carmel, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,619 - $126,651	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Anderson, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,594 - $120,682	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Bloomington, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,057 - $120,044	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN
CITY, STATE Muncie, IN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,199 - $120,213	COMPARE TO Indianapolis, IN

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About Indianapolis, Indiana

Indianapolis is in the East North Central region of the Midwestern United States, in central Indiana. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Indianapolis (balance) encompasses a total area of 368.2 square miles (954 km2), of which 361.5 square miles (936 km2) is land and 6.7 square miles (17 km2) is water. The consolidated city boundaries are coterminous with Marion County, with the exception of the autonomous municipalities of Beech Grove, Lawrence, Southport, and Speedway. Indianapolis is the 16th largest city by land area in the U.S. Indianapolis is within the Tipton Till Plain, a flat to...

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