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Medical Writing Program Manager | Csr Narratives

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
8+ years
Not Disclosed
India
10 March 19, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote 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

Medical Writing Program Manager | CSR Narratives

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: Remote, India
Job Type: Full-Time | Fully Remote
Experience: 8+ Years (Medical Writing / Clinical Research / Program Management)
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Scientific Discipline (Advanced Degree Preferred)
Salary Range: Not Specified

Job Overview

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Medical Writing Program Manager | CSR Narratives to lead large-scale medical writing projects within the Functional Service Partnership (FSP) model.

The role involves managing end-to-end narrative writing programs, including planning, execution, quality oversight, and stakeholder communication. The Program Manager will act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring timely delivery, quality compliance, and alignment with global regulatory standards.

This position also includes mentoring medical writers, overseeing performance metrics, and contributing to regulatory document development, playing a key role in clinical documentation strategy and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Program Management & Execution

Develop, monitor, and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for large-scale narrative projects.

Adapt project strategies based on evolving requirements and priorities.

Ensure timely delivery of all project milestones.

  1. Risk Management & Escalation

Serve as the primary point of contact for risk identification and escalation.

Evaluate risks related to quality, timelines, and budget.

Resolve issues or escalate appropriately to stakeholders.

  1. Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Maintain consistency across all project documents.

Perform senior-level review of project deliverables.

  1. Metrics & Performance Monitoring

Develop and manage performance metrics for assigned programs.

Track project progress and ensure alignment with defined KPIs.

Identify gaps and implement corrective actions.

  1. Medical Writing & Documentation

Contribute as a primary author for regulatory and clinical documents when required.

Provide input at both study-level and program-level documentation.

Ensure adherence to global and regional document development guidelines.

  1. Training & Mentorship

Train and mentor medical writers on processes and technical aspects.

Support development of junior and entry-level team members.

Guide teams in best practices for narrative writing and program execution.

  1. Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure smooth project execution.

Communicate effectively with stakeholders across functions.

Lead study teams and coordinate cross-functional activities.

Required Skills

Project Management

Strong experience in managing large-scale medical writing projects.

Ability to handle multiple timelines, resources, and deliverables.

Medical Writing Expertise

Strong knowledge of CSR narratives and regulatory documentation.

Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Regulatory Knowledge

Understanding of global, regional, and national regulatory guidelines.

Familiarity with document development standards in clinical research.

Communication & Leadership

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Ability to mentor and guide team members effectively.

Analytical & Decision Making

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to interpret data and make informed project decisions.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent qualification

8+ years of relevant experience in medical writing and program management

Experience managing large narrative writing projects

Experience in pharmaceutical or CRO environment

Preferred Competencies

Advanced degree in scientific discipline

Certifications such as AMWA, EMWA, or RAC

Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

High level of independence and adaptability

Key Competencies

Program and project management

Medical writing and regulatory documentation

Quality and compliance oversight

Training and team development

Stakeholder communication and leadership

About the Company

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing innovative solutions in clinical research, laboratory services, and drug development. Through its PPD clinical research portfolio, the company supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations worldwide in accelerating the development of life-changing therapies.