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Expert Scientific Writer

Novartis
Novartis
5 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 12, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid 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

Job ID: REQ-10068923
Location: Hyderabad, India
Work Model: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time | Regular
Functional Area: Research & Development
Division: Development
Date Posted: January 07, 2026


Job Overview

Novartis is seeking an experienced Expert Scientific Writer to support the creation of high-quality, complex scientific and medical content across global development programs. This role plays a critical part in delivering scientifically accurate, publication-ready content aligned with defined scientific communication plans (SCPs).

The successful candidate will take full ownership of content development from initial briefing through final publication or presentation, ensuring first-time-right delivery while maintaining the highest standards of scientific rigor and compliance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation of complex scientific content, including primary and review manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks, and foundational core content

  • Develop scientifically accurate, evidence-based, and well-referenced materials aligned with approved scientific narratives and quality standards

  • Demonstrate strong therapeutic area and product knowledge across assigned programs

  • Prepare materials for satellite symposia, advisory boards, and internal or external scientific meetings, including agendas, slide content, speaker briefings, and post-meeting reports

  • Perform internal scientific and quality reviews to ensure consistency, clarity, and compliance with scientific and regulatory standards

  • Clearly communicate complex medical and scientific concepts in a concise, audience-appropriate manner

  • Conduct quality control and proofreading activities to meet stakeholder and publication expectations

  • Mentor junior scientific writers and support onboarding of new team members

  • Collaborate effectively within cross-functional and multicultural global teams


Experience Required

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in medical writing or medical communications

  • Hands-on experience in developing publication-level scientific content within clinical research or pharmaceutical environments


Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences discipline with minimum 5 years of clinical research experience, or

  • Master’s degree (MSc / MPharm or equivalent) with extensive clinical research or medical communications experience

  • Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines

  • Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed, multicultural global environment


Desired Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to scientific accuracy

  • Ability to present complex scientific information clearly to senior stakeholders

  • Strong stakeholder management, diplomacy, and customer-oriented mindset

  • High standards for quality, compliance, and first-time-right delivery

  • Demonstrated mentoring and leadership capabilities


Why Join Novartis

At Novartis, our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. We believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. By joining Novartis, you will be part of a global organization committed to innovation, scientific excellence, and patient-centric solutions.

We foster an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work culture where professionals are empowered to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact on global healthcare.


Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Novartis is an equal opportunity employer committed to building diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.


Benefits and Rewards

Novartis offers a competitive benefits and rewards program designed to support your personal and professional well-being, career growth, and work-life balance.


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