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Group Lead – Scientific Writing

10+ years
Not Disclosed
10 June 6, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science 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

 

Group Lead – Scientific Writing | Sanofi – Hyderabad, India

Location: Hyderabad, India
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Mode: On-site
Experience Level: 10+ years
Compensation: Not specified


Job Summary

Sanofi is hiring a Group Lead – Scientific Writing to drive excellence in medical content creation, publication strategy, and team leadership. Based in Hyderabad, this senior leadership role requires extensive experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare content domain, with the ability to lead multi-functional teams and manage high-level stakeholder relationships. The role involves oversight of medical education materials, publication planning, and process optimization across therapeutic areas and Global Business Units (GBUs).


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional teams of scientific writers, editors, and project specialists

  • Coach and mentor senior writers and team leads across various content areas

  • Act as a strategic partner for multiple therapeutic areas within assigned GBUs

  • Oversee development and quality assurance of publication materials, including abstracts, manuscripts, slide decks, and posters

  • Guide the execution of publication plans and ensure timely, compliant deliveries

  • Implement and evolve content processes, tools, and technologies (PromoMats, iEnvision, Datavision)

  • Monitor KPIs including quality, efficiency, timelines, and cost optimization (targeting savings up to €10 million)

  • Ensure regulatory and operational compliance across all scientific communication outputs

  • Maintain strong engagement with global medical, commercial, and R&D stakeholders


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in scientific or medical writing in pharma, CRO, or academia

  • Proven track record managing multi-layered teams (≥10 members) in content development

  • Expertise in therapeutic areas, publication planning, and medical education

  • Proficiency with platforms like PromoMats, iEnvision, Datavision, and Matrix

  • Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or medicine (MBBS/MD/PhD)

  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills

  • Strong knowledge of publication ethics, compliance standards, and global healthcare regulations

  • Ability to work independently while aligning with cross-functional global teams


Perks & Benefits

  • Strategic leadership position in a globally recognized pharmaceutical company

  • Opportunity to shape the future of scientific communication and publication planning

  • Access to cutting-edge AI and digital tools for content creation and project management

  • Exposure to global projects, multi-TA domains, and cross-GxP environments

  • Inclusive and growth-oriented workplace with leadership development programs


About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global healthcare leader committed to scientific innovation, chronic disease management, and transforming patient care worldwide. The company fosters a forward-thinking culture and delivers meaningful healthcare solutions through collaboration, AI-driven innovation, and medical expertise.


Work Mode

On-site – Hyderabad, India


Call to Action

Take the lead in driving high-impact scientific writing at Sanofi. If you are a seasoned medical writer ready to manage teams, shape strategies, and work on global healthcare content, apply now and make a difference in patients' lives around the world.