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Expert Scientific Writer

Novartis
Novartis
5-10 years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 1, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid 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

Expert Scientific Writer – Medical Communications

Job ID: REQ-10068366
Location: Hyderabad, India (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Functional Area: Research & Development
Division: Development
Company: Novartis Healthcare Private Limited
Posting Date: 16 December 2025


About Novartis

Novartis is a global healthcare leader committed to reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Driven by scientific innovation and powered by diverse, high-performing teams, Novartis delivers breakthrough therapies that address serious diseases and improve patient outcomes worldwide.


Job Summary

Novartis is seeking an experienced Expert Scientific Writer to support its global medical communications and development initiatives. This role focuses on the creation of high-quality, complex scientific content including publications, core scientific materials, and foundational content elements aligned with the Scientific Communication Plan (SCP).

The position requires full ownership of deliverables from initial briefing through final publication or presentation, ensuring first-time-right, high-quality scientific output.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality scientific and medical content aligned with defined scientific narratives and communication strategies

  • Demonstrate strong expertise in assigned therapeutic areas and product portfolios

  • Author original content for scientific publications including primary manuscripts, review articles, abstracts, posters, and slide decks

  • Prepare materials for satellite symposia, advisory boards, and internal or external scientific meetings, including agendas, presentations, speaker briefs, and meeting reports

  • Ensure content is scientifically accurate, evidence-based, properly referenced, and compliant with internal quality and review standards

  • Conduct internal scientific reviews to ensure alignment with key scientific messages and data integrity

  • Perform quality control and proofreading of scientific documents to meet stakeholder and regulatory expectations

  • Communicate complex medical and scientific concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences

  • Mentor team members and support onboarding of new scientific writers


Education and Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in medical communications or scientific writing

  • Minimum educational requirement:

    • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with relevant experience

    • B.Sc. or equivalent with 5 years of clinical research experience, or

    • M.Sc. / M.Pharm with 10+ years of clinical research experience

  • Strong experience in publication development within pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO environments


Required Skills and Competencies

  • In-depth understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines

  • Strong knowledge of clinical research processes and scientific publication standards

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present confidently to internal and external stakeholders

  • Proven ability to work effectively in matrixed, global, and multicultural environments

  • Strong stakeholder management, diplomacy, and customer-focused mindset

  • High attention to detail with strong scientific review and editorial capabilities


Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that reflects the patients and communities it serves. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without discrimination.


Why Join Novartis

At Novartis, innovation goes beyond science—it is driven by people. Employees benefit from a collaborative environment, continuous learning opportunities, and the chance to contribute to therapies that meaningfully impact patient lives worldwide.


Benefits and Rewards

Novartis offers a comprehensive benefits and rewards package designed to support personal and professional growth. Details are available in the Novartis Life Handbook.


Apply Now

Advance your career in global scientific communication and contribute to impactful medical innovation. Join Novartis and help shape the future of medicine.