Lead Medical Writer Salary in Wilmington, NC

How much does a Lead Medical Writer make in Wilmington, NC?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Medical Writer in Wilmington, NC is $109,796. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $100,766 to $119,697, with most professionals earning between $92,544 and $128,711.

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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 Wilmington, NC

Average Base Salary

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119697

109796

Average Total Cash Compensation

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115322

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 Wilmington, NC. The base salary for Lead Medical Writer ranges from $100,766 to $119,697 with the average base salary of $109,796. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,640 to $127,787 with the average total cash compensation of $115,322.

View Average Salary for Lead Medical Writer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$109,796	$100,766 - $119,697
Bonus	$5,525	$3,874 - $8,090
Total Pay	$115,322	$104,640 - $127,787

* 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 Wilmington, NC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC
CITY, STATE Jacksonville, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $99,996 - $118,782	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC
CITY, STATE Myrtle Beach, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $99,072 - $117,685	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC
CITY, STATE Fayetteville, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,511 - $117,018	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC
CITY, STATE Greenville, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,211 - $127,353	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,929 - $117,515	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC
CITY, STATE Wilson, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,211 - $127,353	COMPARE TO Wilmington, NC

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About Wilmington, North Carolina

Wilmington is a port city and the county seat of New Hanover County in coastal southeastern North Carolina, United States. With a population of 119,045 in 2017, it is the eighth most populous city in the state. Wilmington is the principal city of the Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area, a metropolitan area that includes New Hanover and Pender counties in southeastern North Carolina, which has a population of 263,429 as of the 2012 Census Estimate. Wilmington was settled by the English along the Cape Fear River. The city was named after Spencer Compton who was the Earl of Wilmington. Its ...

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