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Principal Scientific Writer

Sanofi
Sanofi
9+ years
₹28 LPA – ₹40 LPA
Hyderabad
10 March 10, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: PhD/MD 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

Principal Scientific Writer – Hyderabad, India | Sanofi

Sanofi is hiring a Principal Scientific Writer in Hyderabad, India for experienced professionals in medical communication and scientific content development. This role is ideal for candidates with strong expertise in pharmaceutical publications, medical education content, and scientific communication strategy.

About the Role

As a Principal Scientific Writer at Sanofi, you will create high-level scientific and medical communication content such as manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and slide decks. The role involves managing the end-to-end publication development process, collaborating with global medical teams, and ensuring compliance through platforms like PromoMats and iEnvision.

You will also contribute to strategic medical communication planning, mentor junior writers, and work closely with healthcare professionals and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality scientific publications. The position requires managing multiple projects across therapeutic areas, building stakeholder relationships, and improving scientific communication processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop complex scientific publications and medical education materials including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations.

  • Manage the complete publication lifecycle from concept to submission and approval.

  • Provide strategic input for medical communication plans and scientific messaging.

  • Collaborate with medical teams, healthcare professionals, and global stakeholders.

  • Mentor and review work of senior and junior scientific writers.

  • Conduct publication need analysis and implement annual publication plans.

  • Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards and documentation systems.

  • Support innovation and digital transformation initiatives within scientific communication teams.

Salary (Approx.)

The expected salary for a Principal Scientific Writer in Hyderabad is typically around ₹28 LPA – ₹40 LPA, depending on experience, leadership responsibilities, and expertise in medical communications.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: 9+ years in medical communication, scientific publications, or medical education within pharma, healthcare, or academia.

  • Leadership: 4+ years in a leadership or mentoring role preferred.

  • Education: Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related discipline (PhD/MD preferred).

  • Skills: Stakeholder management, scientific writing, project management, and strong communication abilities.

  • Language: Excellent written and spoken English.

Why Join Sanofi

Sanofi is a global healthcare company focused on innovative medicines for diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, immunology, and transplant complications. Employees work on cutting-edge science, digital innovation, and global medical research, helping deliver treatments to millions worldwide.

Sanofi also promotes diversity, inclusion, employee development, and collaborative innovation, making it a strong workplace for professionals looking to advance in the pharmaceutical and medical communication industry.