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Senior Medical Writer (Abstracts, Manuscripts)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
5-8 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 8, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Senior Medical Writer (Abstracts & Manuscripts)
Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid)
Job ID: 25104370
Industry: Medical Writing | Clinical Research | Publications
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 5–8 Years
Last Updated: December 24, 2025


Job Overview

Syneos Health®, a global leader in integrated biopharmaceutical solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Writer (Abstracts & Manuscripts) to join its Medical Writing team in a hybrid role based in Gurugram. This position is ideal for publication-focused medical writers with strong expertise in clinical manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and congress deliverables.

The Senior Medical Writer will serve as a lead contributor on publication projects, mentor junior writers, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality, scientifically accurate documents aligned with global regulatory and publication standards.


Key Responsibilities

Medical Writing & Publication Leadership

  • Act as lead medical writer for abstracts, manuscripts, posters, and scientific presentations.

  • Mentor and guide junior medical writers on complex publication projects.

  • Manage medical writing deliverables for individual studies with minimal supervision.

Content Development & Review

  • Author, edit, and coordinate clinical journal manuscripts, congress abstracts, posters, and client presentations.

  • Review statistical analysis plans (SAPs) and table/figure/listing (TFL) specifications for scientific accuracy, clarity, and consistency.

  • Perform peer review of draft and final documents, providing constructive and compliant feedback.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Data Management, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, and Clinical teams to ensure high-quality outputs.

  • Serve as the primary technical and scientific contact for internal stakeholders and clients on assigned projects.

Compliance & Quality

  • Ensure all documents comply with journal, congress, and publication guidelines, company SOPs, client standards, and approved templates.

  • Stay current with evolving industry practices, regulatory requirements, and publication ethics (ICMJE, GPP).

Tools & Literature Research

  • Conduct online clinical literature searches to support scientific content development.

  • Develop and review figures and data visualizations using tools such as GraphPad Prism and Adobe Illustrator.

  • Utilize publication planning and tracking tools such as Datavision.

Project & Budget Management

  • Monitor timelines and budgeted hours for assigned projects, proactively communicating risks or changes.

  • Complete administrative and compliance-related tasks within defined timelines.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Advanced degree preferred (PhD, MD, PharmD, MSc, or equivalent) in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related discipline.

Experience

  • Minimum 5–8 years of experience in medical writing with a strong focus on abstracts, manuscripts, and scientific publications.

  • Proven experience leading publication deliverables for clinical studies.

Technical Skills

  • Strong expertise in clinical publication writing and editing.

  • Solid understanding of clinical research, biostatistics concepts, and data interpretation.

  • Familiarity with figure development, data visualization, and publication planning tools.

Core Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional, client-facing environment.


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Contribute to publications supporting over 94% of novel FDA-approved drugs and 95% of EMA-authorized products.

  • Work on high-impact global clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas.

  • Benefit from structured career development, technical training, and leadership opportunities.

  • Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and people-focused global organization.


About Syneos Health

Syneos Health is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization with more than 29,000 professionals across 110+ countries. The company partners with innovators to accelerate the development and commercialization of life-changing therapies worldwide.


Additional Information

  • Minimal travel may be required (less than 25%).

  • Job responsibilities may evolve based on project and business needs.

  • Syneos Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.