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Lead Expert - Scientific Writer

9+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 5, 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: Lead Expert – Scientific Writer

📍 Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
💼 Job Type: Full-time
🆔 Job ID: 291134


About the Company

We are a global leader in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics, passionate about innovation to improve lives. In Healthcare, we develop medicines, intelligent devices, and technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology, Fertility, Immunology, and Cardio-metabolic & Endocrinology. Our diverse, inclusive, and flexible culture supports career growth and personal development across the globe.

The Global Scientific Communications Content Hub in Bengaluru develops medical communications, education, and information content, collaborating with global medical units including Oncology, N&I, Fertility, CM&E, and Global Health.


Role Summary

The Lead Expert – Scientific Writer develops and leads high-quality scientific content across medical communications and education projects. The role involves independent work, collaboration with team members, and leadership in content development, review, and quality assurance for junior writers and stakeholders.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop medical content across a range of project types and audiences, including publications, congress materials, and educational content.

  • Lead medium to high complexity content creation and review outputs from other writers for scientific accuracy, tone, and alignment with strategic messaging.

  • Facilitate concept and content development meetings with authors and stakeholders.

  • Act as lead representative or subject matter expert (SME) for assigned assets or functional areas.

  • Mentor and develop junior writers to enhance their skills and understanding.

  • Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

  • Manage workload efficiently to meet deadlines and ensure clear project status reporting.

  • Contribute to improvement initiatives across the Global Scientific Communications Content Hub.


Qualifications & Experience

Required:

  • 9+ years of professional experience in medical communications, medical affairs, or clinical research in Pharma/Biotech/agency settings.

  • Proven track record in scientific writing and project leadership across multiple content types.

  • Advanced university degree in Science, Medicine, or related field.

  • Therapeutic expertise in one or more areas: Oncology, Neurology, Immunology, Fertility, Cardio-metabolic, Endocrinology.

  • Demonstrable stakeholder management and cross-functional project experience, preferably in international settings.

  • Strong analytical skills, project management, and leadership capabilities.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred:

  • Deep understanding of pharmaceutical industry trends and business landscape.


Company Values

  • Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in employment practices.

  • Encourages bringing one’s best self to work, fostering a culture of belonging and growth.

  • Supports professional development at individual pace, building a culture that impacts millions globally.


Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a high-performing, collaborative global team.

  • Contribute to life-changing healthcare innovations across multiple therapy areas.

  • Opportunities for personal growth, career advancement, and mentoring within a diverse, inclusive environment.

  • Participate in initiatives that spark discovery and elevate humanity.


🔗 Apply Now to join a team dedicated to driving innovation in healthcare and scientific communications.