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

Medical Writer Ii (Manuscripts/Abstracts)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
3-6 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

Medical Writer II – Manuscripts & Abstracts

Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 3–6 Years
Job ID: 25104733
Last Updated: January 8, 2026


About the Company

Syneos Health® is a globally recognized, fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization focused on accelerating customer success. By combining clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial expertise, Syneos Health transforms scientific insights into measurable outcomes that address evolving healthcare and market needs.

With a presence across 110+ countries and a workforce of over 29,000 professionals, Syneos Health places patients and customers at the center of its Clinical Development model, continuously improving efficiency, quality, and collaboration.


Job Summary

The Medical Writer II (Manuscripts/Abstracts) will support clinical, regulatory, and publication project teams by writing, editing, and coordinating high-quality scientific documents. This role is ideal for experienced medical writers with hands-on exposure to publication workflows, manuscript development, and cross-functional collaboration in a regulated environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a medical writer on clinical study, regulatory, and publication projects

  • Perform end-to-end scientific writing activities, including workflow management in publication systems

  • Manage publication processes such as publication planning, author approvals, pre-submission queries, and submission activities

  • Compile, write, edit, and coordinate scientific deliverables with minimal supervision

  • Create and manage document placeholders, version uploads, reference linking, anchoring, and workflow tracking

  • Develop and support scientific documents including:

    • Clinical journal manuscripts and abstracts

    • Scientific posters and oral presentations

  • Review statistical analysis plans and table, figure, and listing specifications for accuracy, consistency, and clarity

  • Collaborate with data management, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and medical affairs teams

  • Serve as a peer reviewer and accurately address internal review comments to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance

  • Ensure adherence to journal, congress, regulatory, client, and company-specific SOPs, templates, and style guidelines

  • Conduct online clinical literature searches to support scientific content development

  • Utilize publication planning and document management tools such as Datavision, PubConnect, and Veeva Vault (PromoMats or MedComms)

  • Stay current with evolving regulatory guidance, industry standards, and client expectations in medical writing

  • Monitor project budgets and timelines, escalating risks or changes as needed

  • Complete required administrative tasks within defined timelines

Minimal travel may be required (less than 25%).


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related scientific discipline

  • 3–6 years of experience in medical writing, scientific publications, or regulatory documentation

  • Proven experience in manuscript and abstract development for journals or congresses

  • Hands-on experience with publication planning and submission systems (Veeva Vault, PubConnect, Datavision preferred)

  • Strong understanding of journal and congress guidelines

  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines

  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and collaborative environments


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Opportunity to work with a global biopharmaceutical leader on high-impact scientific projects

  • Structured career growth, mentoring, and technical training programs

  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture focused on professional development

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

  • Exposure to a wide range of therapeutic areas and global publications


Syneos Health Impact

Over the past five years, Syneos Health has contributed to:

  • 94% of novel FDA-approved drugs

  • 95% of EMA-authorized products

  • 200+ studies across 73,000 sites and more than 675,000 clinical trial patients


Equal Opportunity Statement

Syneos Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without discrimination of any kind.