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Senior Medical Writer (Scientific Writing +Veeva)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
6-10 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

Senior Medical Writer – Scientific Writing & Veeva Experience

Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job ID: 25104930
Last Updated: January 8, 2026

Job Overview

Syneos Health is a globally recognized biopharmaceutical solutions organization dedicated to accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative therapies. With operations across more than 110 countries, Syneos Health integrates clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial expertise to deliver impactful outcomes for patients and sponsors worldwide.

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Medical Writer with strong expertise in scientific writing and Veeva-based publication tools to join our growing team in Gurugram. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex medical writing projects, collaborate with global cross-functional teams, and contribute to high-impact clinical and scientific deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage medical writing activities for assigned clinical, regulatory, and publication projects

  • Serve as the primary medical writing contact for internal stakeholders and clients

  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level medical writers on complex assignments

  • Develop, review, and finalize high-quality scientific documents, including:

    • Clinical journal manuscripts and abstracts

    • Posters and oral presentations for congresses

    • Scientific publications and medical communication materials

  • Review statistical analysis plans, tables, figures, and listings for scientific accuracy, consistency, and clarity

  • Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements, journal and congress guidelines, SOPs, and client standards

  • Conduct clinical literature searches to support scientific narratives

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

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

  • Review content for data integrity, appropriate referencing, branding accuracy, and editorial quality

  • Maintain awareness of evolving regulatory guidelines and industry best practices

  • Manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery

  • Perform peer reviews and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives

Required Experience and Qualifications

  • Minimum 6–10 years of experience in medical writing within CROs, pharmaceutical companies, or medical communications agencies

  • Proven experience in scientific writing, clinical publications, and regulatory documentation

  • Hands-on experience with Veeva Vault PromoMats and publication planning tools

  • Strong understanding of clinical research processes and regulatory standards (ICH, GCP, journal guidelines)

  • Experience reviewing statistical outputs and collaborating with biostatistics teams

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with data visualization and figure development tools such as GraphPad Prism or Adobe Illustrator

  • Experience working in global, matrixed team environments

  • Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities

  • High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Why Join Syneos Health

  • Opportunity to work on the majority of novel FDA- and EMA-approved therapies

  • Exposure to global clinical research and high-impact scientific projects

  • Strong focus on professional development, technical training, and career progression

  • Inclusive, diverse, and people-first work culture

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive rewards program

Equal Opportunity Statement

Syneos Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit, without discrimination of any kind.