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Associate Manager - Scientific Writing

Indegene
9-12 years
Not Disclosed
Remote, India, India
15 Nov. 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Analytical Characterization, Dissolution Testing, Experimental Design, GMP/cGMP Compliance, HPLC, HPLC Analysis, Pre-formulation Studies, Regulatory Filing Support, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Technology Transfer, UPLC

JOB DESCRIPTION: ASSOCIATE MANAGER – SCIENTIFIC WRITING

COMPANY: Indegene
JOB TITLE: Associate Manager – Scientific Writing
FUNCTIONAL AREA: Medical Communications / Scientific Writing
JOB POSTING DATE: 4 November 2026
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 9–12 Years
INDUSTRY: Pharmaceutical / Healthcare / Life Sciences
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: B.Pharm / M.Pharm / PharmD / MS / BAMS


1. ABOUT THE COMPANY – INDEGENE

Indegene is a technology-led healthcare solutions provider focused on helping healthcare organisations become future-ready.

The company operates at the intersection of healthcare and technology, offering global career opportunities in pharmaceutical services, medical communications and healthcare technology.

Indegene promotes a work culture based on:

  • Innovation and entrepreneurship.

  • Collaboration and teamwork.

  • Customer-focused solutions.

  • Continuous learning and development.

  • Scientific excellence.

  • Creativity and problem-solving.

  • Professional growth and global exposure.

2. ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Manager – Scientific Writing role focuses on developing, reviewing and managing high-quality scientific and medical communication deliverables for pharmaceutical and healthcare clients.

The selected candidate will be responsible for independently managing scientific content requirements, interpreting clinical data, conducting literature searches, reviewing scientific documents and ensuring the accuracy and quality of medical communication materials.

The role also involves direct client interaction, scientific consultation, project management and mentoring junior scientific writers.

The candidate will act as a scientific content expert, ensuring that all deliverables meet scientific, editorial, quality and client expectations.

3. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred educational qualifications include:

  • B.Pharm – Bachelor of Pharmacy.

  • M.Pharm – Master of Pharmacy.

  • PharmD – Doctor of Pharmacy.

  • MS – Master of Science.

  • BAMS – Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery.

A relevant pharmaceutical, medical or life sciences educational background is preferred.

4. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • 9–12 years of relevant professional experience.

  • Experience in Scientific Writing.

  • Experience in Medical Communications.

  • Experience in Medical Writing.

  • Experience in Clinical Research or pharmaceutical/life sciences environments.

  • Strong hands-on experience in developing scientific and medical communication deliverables.

  • Experience reviewing scientific documents and content developed by other writers.

  • Experience independently managing client-facing scientific content requirements.

  • Experience mentoring and guiding junior scientific writers.

Additional Requirement:

  • Experienced publication writers with agency or pharmaceutical industry experience are required.

5. KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. SCIENTIFIC CONTENT DEVELOPMENT

Independently develop scientific and medical communication materials, including:

  • Scientific slide decks.

  • Medical presentations.

  • Scientific newsletters.

  • Medical brochures.

  • Clinical trial summaries.

  • Scientific educational materials.

  • Medical communication documents.

  • Scientific publications and related content.

  • Other pharmaceutical and healthcare communication deliverables.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Develop scientifically accurate and clinically relevant content.

  • Interpret clinical research findings and scientific data.

  • Ensure content meets client requirements.

  • Maintain appropriate medical terminology.

  • Ensure consistency across scientific documents.

  • Deliver high-quality scientific content within agreed timelines.

B. SCIENTIFIC CONTENT REVIEW AND OVERSIGHT

  • Independently review scientific and medical communication deliverables.

  • Provide scientific oversight for content developed by internal writers.

  • Verify scientific accuracy and clinical relevance.

  • Review grammar, spelling and language quality.

  • Ensure logical flow and consistency.

  • Verify appropriate referencing and citations.

  • Identify scientific inaccuracies and missing information.

  • Ensure content meets agreed project briefs and client expectations.

  • Maintain high editorial and scientific quality standards.

C. SCIENTIFIC STORYTELLING AND CONTENT STRATEGY

  • Develop effective scientific communication strategies.

  • Determine the appropriate structure and flow of scientific content.

  • Create meaningful scientific narratives based on clinical evidence.

  • Decide the most effective way to present scientific data.

  • Adapt scientific communication according to the target audience.

  • Translate complex medical and clinical information into clear, concise and understandable content.

  • Ensure scientific messages are relevant to the purpose of each deliverable.

  • Recommend suitable approaches for presenting clinical evidence.

D. LITERATURE SEARCH AND EVIDENCE ANALYSIS

Conduct comprehensive scientific literature searches using databases such as:

  • PubMed.

  • Embase.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Identify relevant scientific publications.

  • Conduct systematic and targeted literature searches as required.

  • Review published clinical studies.

  • Evaluate clinical trial data.

  • Critically assess scientific evidence.

  • Summarise relevant research findings.

  • Compare findings from different scientific publications.

  • Identify conflicting clinical evidence.

  • Identify discrepancies in published data.

  • Ensure appropriate scientific referencing.

  • Use reliable scientific evidence to support medical content development.

E. CLIENT ENGAGEMENT AND SCIENTIFIC CONSULTATION

  • Participate in client calls and scientific meetings.

  • Understand client requirements and project expectations.

  • Convert client briefs into actionable scientific content strategies.

  • Provide scientific recommendations to clients.

  • Advise clients on scientific content structure and flow.

  • Recommend appropriate clinical data presentation.

  • Suggest effective scientific positioning and communication approaches.

  • Discuss evidence interpretation and scientific messaging.

  • Incorporate client feedback while maintaining scientific integrity.

  • Build strong professional relationships with clients.

F. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND SCIENTIFIC REVIEW

Take ownership of the scientific and editorial quality of all assigned deliverables.

Review content for:

  • Scientific validity.

  • Clinical accuracy.

  • Completeness of information.

  • Logical presentation and flow.

  • Grammar and language.

  • Consistency in medical terminology.

  • Appropriate referencing.

  • Alignment with the client brief.

  • Accuracy of clinical data interpretation.

  • Compliance with quality expectations.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Identify errors and inconsistencies.

  • Provide constructive review comments.

  • Ensure appropriate incorporation of client feedback.

  • Maintain scientific integrity during content revisions.

  • Ensure final deliverables meet quality standards.

G. PROJECT AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

  • Coordinate with scientific and medical writers.

  • Collaborate with creative and graphic design teams.

  • Work closely with project managers.

  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Manage multiple scientific writing projects simultaneously.

  • Prioritise assignments based on project requirements.

  • Monitor project progress and deliverable timelines.

  • Identify potential project risks.

  • Escalate delivery-related issues when required.

  • Ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables.

  • Maintain effective communication throughout project execution.

H. PROCESS AND COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

  • Follow organisational and departmental SOPs.

  • Adhere to scientific writing best practices.

  • Maintain proper documentation and referencing.

  • Follow quality management systems.

  • Ensure confidentiality of client information.

  • Follow information security requirements.

  • Adhere to internal policies and procedures.

  • Maintain accurate project documentation.

  • Follow established communication and project management processes.

  • Complete mandatory training programmes.

  • Ensure compliance with client-specific requirements.

I. PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT AND MENTORING

  • Mentor junior scientific writers.

  • Guide team members in scientific writing techniques.

  • Provide constructive feedback on scientific content.

  • Improve the scientific interpretation skills of junior writers.

  • Guide writers in literature searches and evidence evaluation.

  • Support clinical data interpretation and scientific storytelling.

  • Improve medical communication and editorial skills.

  • Conduct knowledge-sharing activities.

  • Contribute to the overall capability development of the Scientific Writing team.

J. LEARNING AND CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT

  • Participate in scientific and technical training programmes.

  • Stay updated with medical literature.

  • Follow the latest clinical research developments.

  • Develop knowledge across different therapeutic areas.

  • Understand evolving medical communication practices.

  • Apply new scientific knowledge to assigned projects.

  • Improve scientific writing and review capabilities.

  • Support continuous improvement within the team.

6. REQUIRED TECHNICAL AND SCIENTIFIC SKILLS

A. SCIENTIFIC WRITING SKILLS

  • Scientific content development.

  • Medical writing.

  • Medical communications.

  • Scientific publication writing.

  • Clinical trial data interpretation.

  • Scientific storytelling.

  • Scientific presentations.

  • Medical content review.

  • Scientific referencing.

  • Editorial quality control.

B. LITERATURE SEARCH SKILLS

  • PubMed literature searching.

  • Embase literature searching.

  • Scientific publication evaluation.

  • Clinical evidence synthesis.

  • Literature review.

  • Critical appraisal of scientific evidence.

  • Identification of conflicting research findings.

  • Scientific data summarisation.

C. MEDICAL AND CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE

  • Understanding of clinical research.

  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences.

  • Understanding of clinical trial results.

  • Ability to interpret scientific data.

  • Knowledge of medical terminology.

  • Understanding of evidence-based medicine.

  • Ability to communicate complex medical information.

D. PROJECT AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS

  • Client relationship management.

  • Project coordination.

  • Stakeholder management.

  • Team collaboration.

  • People mentoring and development.

  • Project prioritisation.

  • Risk identification and resolution.

  • Time management.

  • Quality management.

  • Independent project execution.

7. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

  • Strong scientific and analytical thinking.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication.

  • Strong scientific interpretation capabilities.

  • High attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently.

  • Strong client-facing communication skills.

  • Excellent presentation skills.

  • Leadership and mentoring abilities.

  • Problem-solving capabilities.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects.

  • Strong organisational skills.

  • Commitment to scientific accuracy and quality.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

8. KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND DEPARTMENTS

The Associate Manager – Scientific Writing will collaborate with the following teams:

  • SCIENTIFIC WRITERS: Developing and reviewing scientific and medical content.

  • MEDICAL WRITERS: Preparing clinical and medical communication deliverables.

  • MEDICAL / SCIENTIFIC TEAMS: Providing scientific inputs and clinical expertise.

  • CREATIVE AND DESIGN TEAMS: Coordinating scientific content with visual presentations.

  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM: Managing timelines, deliverables and project execution.

  • CLIENT TEAMS: Understanding requirements and providing scientific consultation.

  • INTERNAL MANAGEMENT: Supporting team performance, capability development and project delivery.

9. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate should have:

  • 9–12 years of experience in Scientific Writing or Medical Communications.

  • A B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PharmD, MS or BAMS qualification.

  • Strong experience in scientific and medical content development.

  • Experience in pharmaceutical publication writing.

  • Agency or pharmaceutical industry experience.

  • Strong knowledge of PubMed and Embase.

  • Excellent clinical data interpretation skills.

  • Experience independently managing scientific deliverables.

  • Strong client interaction and consultation capabilities.

  • Experience reviewing scientific content developed by other writers.

  • Proven ability to mentor junior team members.

  • Excellent communication and project management skills.

10. IMPORTANT JOB DETAILS

 

PARTICULARS

DETAILS

Company

Indegene

Job Title

Associate Manager – Scientific Writing

Functional Area

Medical Communications

Job Posting Date

4 November 2026

Experience Required

9–12 Years

Qualification

B.Pharm / M.Pharm / PharmD / MS / BAMS

Primary Function

Scientific Writing and Medical Communications

Literature Databases

PubMed and Embase

Industry Experience

Pharmaceutical / Agency

Special Requirement

Experienced Publication Writers

Management Responsibility

Mentoring Junior Writers

Client Interaction

Required

11. ADDITIONAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

According to the internal recruitment comment provided in the job description:

  • The available internal candidate pool has already been validated before initiating external hiring.

  • The recruitment team will continue matching available candidates against external hiring requirements.

  • Internal candidates will continue to be proposed whenever suitable profiles become available.

  • The position has been marked for external hiring because no matching internal candidate is currently available.

This indicates that the organisation is actively seeking an experienced external candidate who meets the specific scientific writing and medical communications requirements.

12. OVERALL JOB OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of the Associate Manager – Scientific Writing is to independently manage and oversee scientific and medical communication projects while ensuring scientific accuracy, clinical relevance, editorial excellence and timely delivery.

The role combines hands-on scientific writing, critical literature evaluation, clinical data interpretation, client consultation, quality assurance and team mentoring.

The selected candidate will serve as a scientific content expert and mentor within the Scientific Writing team, supporting high-quality medical communication deliverables for pharmaceutical and healthcare clients.

13. KEY FOCUS AREAS OF THIS ROLE

  • Scientific Writing.

  • Medical Communications.

  • Medical Publication Writing.

  • Scientific Content Development.

  • Scientific Content Review.

  • Clinical Data Interpretation.

  • Scientific Storytelling.

  • Literature Search and Review.

  • PubMed and Embase.

  • Evidence Synthesis.

  • Scientific Referencing.

  • Client Engagement.

  • Scientific Consultation.

  • Quality Assurance.

  • Project Management.

  • Stakeholder Management.

  • People Development and Mentoring.

  • Pharmaceutical Industry Communications.