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Senior Scientific Writer I

Novartis
Novartis
3-5 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad
2 May 6, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or healthcare‑related field Desirable: Advanced degree (MSc, PhD, PharmD, MD) Skills: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Curious Mindset, Databases, Drug Development, Job Description, Lifesciences, Medical Communication, Medical Information, Medical Writing, Military Intelligence, Pat

Senior Scientific Writer – Medical Communications

Location: Hyderabad (Hybrid Office Model)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 3–5 Years in Scientific or Medical Writing
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Medical Communications / Clinical Research
Work Schedule: Flexibility to Support US Business Hours When Required


Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Scientific Writer – Medical Communications to independently manage and deliver complex medical and scientific communication projects across multiple therapeutic areas and deliverable formats. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality scientific content, managing publication workflows, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with medical communication standards and regulatory guidelines.

This role is ideal for professionals with strong expertise in scientific writing, clinical data interpretation, publication planning, and pharmaceutical communication strategies.


Key Responsibilities

Scientific Writing & Content Development

  • Develop scientifically accurate and high-quality medical communication deliverables including:
    • Manuscripts (Primary & Review)
    • Abstracts
    • Posters
    • Oral Presentations
    • Slide Decks
    • Medical Education Materials
    • Congress Materials
    • Advisory Board Content
    • Internal Medical Communication Assets
  • Interpret and synthesize complex clinical data from:
    • Clinical Study Reports (CSR)
    • Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)
    • Scientific Publications
    • Clinical Trial Data Sources
  • Ensure all content is:
    • Evidence-based
    • Scientifically balanced
    • Audience appropriate
    • Regulatory compliant

Project Ownership & Execution

  • Independently manage multiple complex scientific writing projects across brands and therapeutic areas.
  • Own the complete project lifecycle including:
    • Timeline planning
    • Review coordination
    • Quality checks
    • Risk identification and resolution
  • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery and milestone achievement.
  • Manage conflicting feedback and align deliverables with stakeholder expectations.

Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the primary scientific writing contact for assigned projects.
  • Collaborate with:
    • Medical Communications Directors
    • Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
    • Internal Review Teams
    • External Authors
  • Lead or participate in:
    • Scientific discussions
    • Author meetings
    • Teleconferences
    • Publication planning activities

Quality, Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure all deliverables comply with:
    • Internal SOPs
    • Publication standards
    • Process maps
    • Medical communication guidelines (including GPP3)
  • Perform:
    • Quality control (QC) reviews
    • Data verification
    • Reference checks
  • Maintain audit-ready documentation and accurate project tracking systems.

Coaching & Team Support

  • Provide mentoring and guidance to junior scientific writers.
  • Support:
    • Content review
    • Process training
    • Skill development initiatives
  • Contribute to:
    • Knowledge sharing
    • Continuous improvement programs
    • Best practice implementation

Strategic Contributions

  • Provide tactical support for publication planning and sequencing strategies.
  • Recommend effective storytelling formats and scientific communication approaches.
  • Support process optimization and operational efficiency initiatives within the team.

Required Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

Required Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in:
    • Life Sciences
    • Pharmacy
    • Biotechnology
    • Biomedical Sciences
    • Healthcare
    • Clinical Research
    • Or related healthcare/scientific disciplines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced Degree preferred:
    • MSc
    • PharmD
    • PhD
    • MD
  • Certifications in:
    • Medical Writing
    • Clinical Research
    • Scientific Communication
    • Regulatory Writing
    • Publication Planning