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Associate Manager - Scientific Writing

10-12 years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 18, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Job Title: Associate Manager – Scientific Writing

đź“… Date: 23 Aug 2025
📍 Location: Bangalore, KA, IN


Education

  • MBBS / PhD / MDS / BDS / MPharm / PharmD


Experience

  • 10–12 years in authoring Clinical & Regulatory documents supporting global filings (CTD Module 2 and Module 5)

  • Minimum 2 years of people management experience


Role Purpose

Responsible for managing complex Medical Writing (MW) projects, providing review support for regulatory deliverables, training junior writers, and ensuring high-quality submissions for global filings.


Key Skills

Medical Writing Expertise

  • Authoring a wide range of clinical/regulatory documents:

    • CTD Modules: 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 5.2

    • Clinical Study Reports (CSRs)

    • Protocols & Amendments

    • Informed Consent Forms (ICFs) & Amendments

    • Investigator Brochures (IBs)

  • Strong ability in focused/lean writing and editing using defined processes and templates

  • Skilled in managing cross-functional teams to align on data interpretation, product claims, and messaging

Knowledge & Scientific Understanding

  • Strong understanding of:

    • Clinical development process (from program planning to submission)

    • Regulatory guidelines (FDA, EMA, ICH, EU, US regional guidelines)

    • Therapeutic area science, medical practices, medications, and treatments

  • Ability to:

    • Interpret complex clinical data

    • Develop logical clinical/regulatory arguments

    • Ensure consistency in messaging and documentation strategy

Technology & Tools

  • Expert in MS Word and advanced formatting functions

  • Experience with document management systems, workflows, and e-approval/signature systems

  • Skilled in using Word add-ins for managing references, styles, and templates

  • Flexible in adapting to new tools and able to train team members

Soft Skills

  • Excellent verbal & written communication

  • Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills

  • Customer focus and problem-solving mindset

  • Team leadership and people management


Responsibilities

Document Authoring & Review

  • Independently prepare/review:

    • Clinical study reports (CSRs)

    • Protocols & amendments

    • Investigator brochures (IBs)

    • Submission documents (Module 2 summaries)

    • Other regulatory documents for investigational drugs

  • Apply lean authoring principles and use structured content management text libraries

  • Conduct literature searches, screening, and reference checks as needed

Project & Team Management

  • Develop, maintain, and oversee project/work plans (timelines, roles, responsibilities)

  • Lead document kick-off, review, consensus, and QC meetings under tight timelines

  • Ensure adherence to best practices, templates, and lean writing standards

  • Manage and mentor junior writers, including training and performance development

  • Represent Medical Writing on cross-functional teams

Compliance & Quality

  • Ensure regulatory and quality standards compliance

  • Maintain inspection readiness documentation

  • Research and stay current on regulatory requirements

  • Share best practices and lessons learned within the team

  • Ensure completion of company training and accurate time reporting

Collaboration

  • Drive effective communication between writers and cross-functional stakeholders

  • Facilitate review meetings, address feedback, and negotiate solutions

  • Contribute to departmental initiatives and continuous improvement efforts


Desired Profile

Must-Have

  • Attention to detail

  • Critical thinking and analytical ability

  • Strong comprehension & communication skills

  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects under pressure

Nice-to-Have

  • Advanced certificate/training in Medical Writing or Regulatory Affairs

  • Prior experience across multiple therapeutic areas


âś… Impact: You will play a critical role in ensuring timely, high-quality clinical and regulatory document submissions that enable successful global filings.