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Scientific Writing Lead

5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 July 1, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid 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

 

Scientific Writing Lead – Medical Communications | Hyderabad (Hybrid)

Job Summary:

Novartis is hiring a Scientific Writing Lead in Hyderabad, India to head a medical communications team delivering high-quality, audit-ready scientific documents across therapeutic areas. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to shape global scientific messaging, lead cross-functional collaborations, and support US Medical Affairs through publication planning, slide decks, advisory boards, and more.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage a team/squad of scientific writers for specific brands or therapeutic areas

  • Oversee the creation of scientific deliverables including publications, standalone materials, and symposia documents

  • Ensure scientific accuracy, data integrity, and compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements

  • Monitor and enhance team KPIs in alignment with function heads and quality control

  • Act as a strategic partner to US Medical Affairs (USMA) in medical communications

  • Mentor, coach, and manage the performance and development of individual team members

  • Contribute to continuous process improvement and functional excellence initiatives

  • Ensure inspection and audit readiness of documents and systems


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in Medical Communications with proven leadership abilities

  • Hands-on experience across various communication channels including publications, slide decks, advisory boards, and symposia

  • Strong scientific content review and stakeholder engagement capabilities

  • Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships in matrixed, multicultural environments

  • Educational background in healthcare-related field is required

  • Preferred: Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) in Life Sciences or Medicine

  • Experience with strategic medical communications planning is highly desirable


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package with performance-linked incentives

  • Comprehensive benefits and rewards program (see Novartis Life Handbook)

  • Opportunities for internal growth and leadership development

  • Inclusive work culture with support for diversity, equity, and accessibility

  • Hybrid work flexibility (#LI-Hybrid)

  • Global exposure and collaboration with international stakeholders


Company Description:

Novartis is a leading global pharmaceutical company dedicated to reimagining medicine to improve and extend lives. With a strong presence in India, Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. in Hyderabad supports global drug development, clinical operations, and scientific communications across a broad range of therapies.


Work Mode:

Hybrid – Hyderabad, India


Call-to-Action:

Drive global impact in scientific communications with one of the world’s most respected pharmaceutical companies. Apply now to lead a high-performing scientific writing team at Novartis and shape the future of medical knowledge.


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