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Senior Medical Writer

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
5+ years
Not Disclosed
Remote
10 Feb. 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote 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

Senior Medical Writer – Clinical Research (Fully Remote)

Location: Remote, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Fully Remote
Industry: Clinical Research / CRO / Pharmaceutical

A leading global contract research organization, Thermo Fisher Scientific (PPD Clinical Research portfolio), is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Writer to support high-quality scientific documentation across global clinical development programs. This role is ideal for professionals with strong regulatory writing expertise and therapeutic area knowledge within the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.


Job Overview

The Senior Medical Writer is responsible for developing, reviewing, and delivering scientifically accurate and regulatory-compliant clinical and medical documents. Acting as a primary author, the individual will support clinical trial documentation, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely and high-quality project execution.

This position requires advanced data interpretation skills, deep understanding of global regulatory guidelines, and the ability to manage multiple complex writing projects within strict timelines.


Key Responsibilities

  • Author and contribute to Clinical Study Reports (CSRs), study protocols, and data summaries

  • Develop and edit complex regulatory documents including Investigator’s Brochures (IBs), INDs, and MAAs

  • Ensure compliance with global, regional, and local regulatory guidelines

  • Review documents prepared by junior medical writers and provide mentorship

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, sponsors, and cross-functional teams

  • Participate in project launch and review meetings

  • Support program management activities including timelines, forecasts, and scope assessments

  • Identify and manage out-of-scope activities

  • Contribute to best practice development and process improvements

  • Ensure adherence to document quality standards and client-specific templates


Experience Level: Senior Level

Experience Required:

  • Minimum 5+ years of relevant medical writing experience

  • Prior experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry preferred

  • Proven experience authoring clinical and regulatory submission documents

  • Experience mentoring junior writers is advantageous


Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline required

  • Advanced degree (Master’s/PhD/MD) preferred

  • Certifications such as AMWA, EMWA, or RAC are advantageous


Core Competencies

  • Advanced medical and scientific writing skills

  • Strong data interpretation and analytical capabilities

  • In-depth knowledge of global regulatory submission requirements

  • Excellent project management and organizational skills

  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

  • Proficiency in document management systems and MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • Ability to manage multiple deliverables in a remote working environment


About the Organization

Thermo Fisher Scientific, through its PPD clinical research portfolio, delivers clinical development and laboratory services globally. The organization partners with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to accelerate drug development and bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide.


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