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Fsp Medical Writing Program Manager (Remote; India)

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
8+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 1, 2026
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

FSP Medical Writing Program Manager – Remote (India)

Job ID: R-01331944
Location: Remote, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Category: Clinical Research / Medical Writing
Work Mode: Fully Remote
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday


About the Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific, through its PPD® Clinical Research Services portfolio, is a global leader in contract research, supporting the development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in over 100 countries, the organization delivers integrated laboratory, digital, and decentralized clinical trial solutions. Thermo Fisher Scientific’s mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.


Job Overview

Thermo Fisher Scientific is expanding its Medical Writing Functional Service Provider (FSP) team in India and is seeking an experienced Medical Writing Program Manager. This leadership role is ideal for professionals with strong experience managing large-scale medical writing and narrative development programs within the pharmaceutical or CRO environment.

The position involves strategic program oversight, direct client interaction, quality and risk management, and mentoring of medical writing teams across global projects.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, manage, and continuously optimize project plans, timelines, and budgets for large medical writing programs

  • Act as the primary point of contact for risk identification, escalation, and resolution related to quality, timelines, or financial performance

  • Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and global regulatory document development guidelines

  • Maintain consistency and accuracy across study-level and program-level documentation

  • Define, track, and report performance metrics for assigned projects

  • Provide senior-level scientific and editorial review of medical writing deliverables

  • Train and mentor medical writers on program management processes and technical requirements

  • Contribute as a primary author or reviewer for study-level and program-level regulatory documents when required

  • Effectively lead cross-functional study teams and collaborate with global stakeholders


Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field); advanced degree preferred

  • Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in medical writing, clinical research, or regulatory documentation

  • Proven experience managing large-scale medical writing or narrative development programs

  • Prior experience within a pharmaceutical company or CRO environment preferred

  • Professional certifications such as AMWA, EMWA, or RAC are advantageous


Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong project and program management capabilities, including resource planning and multi-writer coordination

  • Excellent medical writing, data interpretation, editorial, and proofreading skills

  • In-depth knowledge of global and regional clinical and regulatory document development standards

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills

  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities

  • High level of independence, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to mentor, coach, and develop junior and mid-level medical writers

  • Adaptability in a fast-paced, global clinical research environment


What the Company Offers

  • Competitive compensation aligned with global standards

  • Comprehensive benefits package focused on employee health and well-being

  • Flexible and fully remote working model supporting work-life balance

  • Access to award-winning learning and development programs

  • Collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented work culture

  • Opportunity to work on global clinical research programs with meaningful impact


Company Values

Thermo Fisher Scientific operates with a strong commitment to Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. With a global workforce of over 100,000 professionals, the organization values diversity, collaboration, and scientific excellence.


Apply Now

Advance your career in global clinical research and medical writing leadership. Join PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, and contribute to accelerating research that improves lives worldwide.