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Medical Writer Ii (Narrative Writing)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
2-4 years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 4, 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

Medical Writer II – Systematic Literature Review (SLR)

Updated: Today
Location: Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Job ID: 25104737-OTHLOC-5206-2DH
Employment Type: Full-Time


About Syneos Health

Syneos Health® is a global, fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization dedicated to accelerating customer success. By combining clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial expertise, Syneos Health delivers high-quality, patient-focused solutions across the drug development lifecycle.

With more than 29,000 professionals across 110+ countries, Syneos Health fosters innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence to support the delivery of life-changing therapies worldwide.


Role Overview

The Medical Writer II – Systematic Literature Review (SLR) role is responsible for the design, execution, and delivery of high-quality systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, and targeted literature searches. This position requires strong expertise in evidence synthesis, regulatory-grade documentation, and critical appraisal methodologies to support clinical development, medical affairs, and health outcomes research initiatives.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design, execute, and manage systematic literature reviews (SLRs), meta-analyses, and targeted literature searches

  • Collaborate with project leads to refine research questions and develop literature review protocols aligned with study objectives

  • Design and execute comprehensive search strategies across electronic databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library, as well as grey literature sources such as conference proceedings and regulatory websites

  • Screen abstracts and full-text publications using PICO criteria to determine study eligibility

  • Perform critical appraisal to assess study quality, risk of bias, heterogeneity, and overall suitability for inclusion

  • Develop and review PRISMA flow diagrams documenting literature screening and study selection processes

  • Extract, analyze, and synthesize data from eligible studies into standardized templates

  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative data synthesis, including meta-analyses, where applicable

  • Develop evidence tables, figures, summary reports, and presentation materials that clearly communicate findings

  • Interpret data trends and clinical evidence to support scientific and strategic decision-making

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance of all assigned deliverables

  • Maintain high quality standards and adhere to project timelines and internal review processes


Required Experience

  • Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in systematic literature reviews, evidence synthesis, or medical writing

  • Demonstrated hands-on experience conducting SLRs, meta-analyses, or targeted literature reviews

  • Experience supporting clinical research, medical affairs, health economics and outcomes research (HEOR), or regulatory submissions preferred


Educational Qualifications

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

  • Master’s degree or higher qualification preferred


Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of systematic review methodologies, PRISMA guidelines, and evidence appraisal techniques

  • Experience working with biomedical literature databases and grey literature sources

  • Ability to critically evaluate clinical and real-world evidence

  • Strong scientific writing, data interpretation, and analytical skills

  • High attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation capabilities

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Opportunity to work on global evidence-generation and clinical research programs

  • Exposure to innovative therapies and high-impact scientific projects

  • Structured career development, technical training, and mentorship

  • Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative global work environment

Over the past five years, Syneos Health has supported:

  • 94% of all Novel FDA-Approved Drugs

  • 95% of EMA-Authorized Products

  • 200+ studies across 73,000+ sites and 675,000+ trial participants


Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Syneos Health reserves the right to modify responsibilities as business needs evolve. Equivalent combinations of education, skills, and experience may be considered. Employment practices comply with all applicable local and international employment laws, including equal opportunity and disability accommodation requirements.