Medical Writer(Scientific Content)

We are seeking a highly skilled Scientific Content Production Individual accountable for content creation of medical publications and communications. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in Scientific Writing, planning and strategy in the pharmaceutical industry. Candidate will be closely working with peer writers and will be responsible for the training of the team.

What will you Do?

Able to conduct literature searches (PubMed, EMBASE, clinicaltrial.Gov, EudraCT, congresses, COCHRANE), screening, data extraction, and analysis to support content development.

Independently compiles, writes, and edits medical writing deliverables including operating guidance documents, SOPs, training guides, etc.

Develops research articles (primary / secondary), review articles, case reports, editorials, perspectives, short communications, abstracts, posters, oral presentations, visual abstracts, publication cards (static / interactive / video), publication summaries, and publication extenders.

Works with team to produce high quality clinical regulatory documents (Clinical Study Protocols, Clinical Study Reports, Clinical Summaries in the CTD format, Investigator Brochures, IMPDs / INDs, scientific publications) as the lead writer.

Guides team for requirements (keywords, analysis), creates structured data extraction forms, and able to lead systematic review.

Prepares emailers / e-Blasts, microsite, flip books, booth materials such as flyers, bag inserts, roll-up banners (print / digital).

Congress session coverage (daily highlights, training slides) and KOL interviews.

Creates scientific slide decks, infographics, newsletters / news highlights.

Supports ad boards, symposiums, webinars, standalone events with briefing slides and meeting materials.

Develop podcasts, audio / video articles, animations, insights reports, and KOL profiling / mapping.

Able to interpret the statistical data.

• Proof-reading and typesetting checks including correctness of font and symbols;
• text and image clarity / visibility;
• aesthetics (alignment, layout, consistency);

formatting, spacing.

Formatting documents based on journal / congress guidelines.

Ensuring that the document adheres to specified style guides – AMA / APA / Vancouver Manual of Style / brand style / Client Guidelines.

Adheres to established regulatory standards as well as Company Standard Operating Procedures, client standards, brand guidelines, and Company and / or client approved templates when completing medical writing projects, on-time and on-budget.

Additionally, candidate will be expected to prepare the SOPs and training materials for the team.

What will you Need?

Must Have Skills

Education : B.Sc. / M.Sc. / PhD / MD in life sciences / pharmacy or related field.

Experience : 8-10 years of experience in medical writing or scientific communications within the pharmaceutical industry.

Proven track record of creating high-quality publications.

Produced systematic reviews.

Technical Skills : Adobe Suite, VEEVA PromoMats, EndNote, ZOTERO, Mendeley.

Literature searches (NCBI, Cochrane, EMBASE, EudraCT, MEDLINE).

Understands HTA (Health Technology Assessment) guidelines.

Familiarity with EMA, FDA, NICE, and WHO evidence requirements.

Systematic review tools (e.G., Covidence, Rayyan, DistillerSR).

Systematic review methodologies.

Soft Skills : Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams (medical affairs, marketing).

Attention to detail with a strong focus on scientific accuracy and compliance.

Good to Have Skills

Publication planning & strategy.

Statistical analysis knowledge.

Basic understanding of graphic tools.

Certification in medical writing, pharmaceutical communications, Gen AI is a plus.

Demonstrated ability to work with tight timelines and a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and process-driven but able to deal with rapid change in a fast- paced, deadline-driven environment