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Senior Medical Writer

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
5+ years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 9, 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

Job ID: R-01332283
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Clinical Research / Medical Writing
Work Mode: Fully Remote
Location: India

Job Overview

A leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO), part of the PPD® Clinical Research portfolio, is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Writer to support global clinical development programs. This role is ideal for skilled medical writing professionals with strong scientific expertise and hands-on experience in regulatory and clinical documentation.

As a Senior Medical Writer, you will deliver high-quality medical and scientific documents from planning through final submission, collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to operational excellence across global clinical research projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, develop, write, and deliver high-quality medical and scientific documents for internal and external clients

  • Serve as primary author for routine regulatory documents, including clinical study reports (CSRs) and clinical study protocols

  • Summarize and interpret clinical data from clinical trials and related studies

  • Contribute to the development of complex clinical and regulatory documents such as Investigator’s Brochures (IBs), Investigational New Drug applications (INDs), and Marketing Authorization Applications (MAAs)

  • Review routine documents prepared by junior writers to ensure quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance

  • Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior medical writers and program managers as required

  • Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, SOPs, and global regulatory guidelines

  • Develop and implement best practices and client-specific processes to optimize document quality and delivery

  • Support program management activities, including timelines, forecasting, and identification of out-of-scope work

  • Represent the medical writing function at project launch meetings, review meetings, and cross-functional team discussions

Education & Experience Requirements

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

  • Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) preferred

  • Minimum 5+ years of relevant medical writing experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry

  • Proven experience authoring clinical and regulatory documents for global submissions

  • Professional certifications in medical writing (AMWA, EMWA, RAC) are an advantage

  • Equivalent combinations of education, training, and directly related experience may be considered

Required Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent medical and scientific writing skills with strong attention to grammar, clarity, and accuracy

  • Strong data interpretation, editorial, and proofreading capabilities

  • Solid understanding of global, regional, and country-specific document development guidelines

  • In-depth expertise in one or more specialty areas, such as clinical development, regulatory submissions, or therapeutic communications

  • Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills

  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

  • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and negotiation abilities

  • Sound judgment and independent decision-making capability

  • Proficiency with document management systems, client templates, and standard office applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

Why Join This Organization

  • Work on global clinical research programs across multiple therapeutic areas

  • Collaborate with international cross-functional teams and clients

  • Enhance expertise in regulatory and clinical medical writing

  • Access continuous learning, professional development, and career progression opportunities

  • Contribute to the development of life-changing therapies for patients worldwide

About PPD® Clinical Research / Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Through its PPD® Clinical Research Services, the organization supports clinical development programs across 100+ countries, delivering innovative and patient-focused research solutions.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion.