Welcome Back

Google icon Sign in with Google
OR
I agree to abide by Pharmadaily Terms of Service and its Privacy Policy

Create Account

Google icon Sign up with Google
OR
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Instagram
youtube
Facebook

Expert Scientific Writer

Opella
Opella
4-8+ years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 29, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Expert Scientific Writer – Hyderabad, India

Job Type: Full-Time | Experience Required: 8+ Years (4+ Years in Leadership) | Location: Hyderabad, India


About Opella

Opella is a global leader in Over-The-Counter (OTC) and Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS), ranked as the third-largest portfolio worldwide. With over 11,000 team members, 100+ consumer-loved brands, 13 manufacturing sites, and four specialized science and innovation centers, our mission is to empower self-care for over 500 million consumers globally.

Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of globally recognized brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale, and Mucosolvan. Certified as a B Corp in multiple markets, we champion health for both people and planet. Learn more at www.opella.com.


Role Overview

We are seeking an Expert Scientific Writer to join our Hyderabad team, responsible for end-to-end creation and management of complex scientific content. You will lead medical education, publication development, and therapeutic content with minimal supervision, while mentoring junior and senior writers. This role blends content excellence, strategic communication, and stakeholder management to ensure accurate, compelling, and compliant materials.


Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Publication:

  • Develop complex scientific and medical content including slide decks, abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and educational materials.

  • Ensure therapeutic area accuracy, compliance, and alignment with company standards.

  • Lead publication planning and implement annual publication strategies for assigned regions.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Collaborate with medical teams, healthcare professionals, and internal stakeholders to identify publication needs.

  • Provide strategic support to individuals and institutions contributing to publication outputs.

  • Maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, ensuring clarity, compliance, and high-quality deliverables.

Team Leadership & Mentoring:

  • Coach, guide, and review work from junior and senior writers to ensure consistency and scientific rigor.

  • Share knowledge and best practices within the team to enhance efficiency and content quality.

Process Excellence & Compliance:

  • Manage publication workflow, documentation, and approvals using PromoMats/Datavision.

  • Monitor end-user feedback and continuously improve content quality and delivery processes.

  • Collaborate with regional vendors to ensure timely and accurate content delivery.


Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience: Minimum 8 years in scientific content creation for the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or VMS industry, with 4+ years in a leadership role.

  • Education: Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Medical discipline.

  • Technical Skills: Expertise in therapeutic area content, publication submission processes, and project management.

  • Languages: Excellent written and spoken English.

  • Soft Skills: Strong stakeholder management, communication, and independent decision-making capabilities.


Why Join Opella?

  • Contribute to globally recognized brands and innovative self-care products.

  • Work in a bold, inclusive, and collaborative environment that fosters creativity and personal growth.

  • Opportunity to lead, mentor, and influence scientific communication on a global scale.

  • Be part of a mission-driven company dedicated to making self-care simple and accessible.


Opella Culture – We Are Challengers

  • All In Together: Honest, accountable, and supportive teamwork.

  • Courageous: Break boundaries and innovate responsibly.

  • Outcome-Obsessed: Deliver sustainable impact with integrity.

  • Radically Simple: Simplify processes for both employees and consumers.

Join us in our mission – Health. In your hands.


This rewrite is SEO and GPT optimized with targeted keywords for global pharma audiences:

  • Expert Scientific Writer

  • Medical publication and scientific content

  • Pharmaceutical content creation

  • Clinical and therapeutic area expertise

  • Medical education material

  • Pharma writing leadership