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Senior Medical Writer (Abstracts, Manuscripts)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 5, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid 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

Senior Medical Writer – Abstracts & Manuscripts | Gurugram, Hybrid

Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 25104370


About the Role

Syneos Health®, a global leader in integrated biopharmaceutical solutions, is seeking a Senior Medical Writer specializing in clinical manuscripts, abstracts, and scientific publications. The role involves mentoring junior writers, leading writing projects, and ensuring high-quality, accurate scientific communication across clinical and regulatory domains.

This position is ideal for candidates with 5+ years of experience in medical writing within clinical research, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environments, with strong expertise in manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and client-facing scientific communications.


Key Responsibilities

Medical Writing & Content Development

  • Lead and manage medical writing projects for clinical study teams, ensuring deliverables are accurate, scientifically rigorous, and aligned with regulatory and client standards.

  • Develop and review clinical journal manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and client presentations.

  • Review statistical analysis plans, tables, figures, and listings for consistency, accuracy, and compliance.

  • Conduct online clinical literature searches and integrate findings into publications.

  • Create high-quality scientific figures and data visualizations using tools such as GraphPad Prism and Adobe Illustrator.

Project Leadership & Mentorship

  • Mentor and guide junior medical writers, providing feedback on draft and final documents.

  • Act as lead for assigned writing projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams including Data Management, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Affairs.

  • Ensure all writing projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to regulatory and company guidelines.

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

  • Maintain compliance with ICH, GCP, journal/congress-specific guidelines, and company SOPs.

  • Ensure proper use of publication planning software such as Datavision.

  • Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and scientific communication trends.

Administrative & Operational Tasks

  • Track project timelines, budgets, and deliverables; communicate updates to medical writing leadership.

  • Perform peer reviews and participate in internal/external audits and meetings as required.

  • Complete assigned administrative tasks within specified deadlines.


Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

  • BA/BS or advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum 5+ years of professional medical writing experience, preferably in clinical research or pharmaceutical industry.

  • Proven expertise in manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and regulatory or clinical publications.

  • Familiarity with figure creation, data visualization, and publication planning tools (GraphPad Prism, Adobe Illustrator, Datavision).

  • Strong knowledge of clinical trial design, biostatistics, and ICH/GCP standards.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate complex scientific data into clear, publishable content.

  • Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills, with ability to mentor and guide junior writers.

  • Detail-oriented with excellent time management, project coordination, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.

Additional Requirements:

  • Minimal travel (up to 25%) may be required.


Why Join Syneos Health

  • Work with a global biopharmaceutical leader impacting patient care and scientific communication across 110+ countries.

  • Contribute to high-impact publications, abstracts, and clinical communications supporting regulatory submissions and scientific dissemination.

  • Engage in a mentorship-driven culture fostering professional development and career growth.

  • Be part of an organization committed to diversity, inclusion, and employee development, with access to training, peer recognition, and career progression opportunities.


About Syneos Health

Syneos Health® is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization with 29,000 employees worldwide. We accelerate clinical development and commercial outcomes by uniting clinical, medical affairs, and commercial expertise. Our culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity, providing a global platform for professional growth and scientific impact.


Apply Now

Join Syneos Health as a Senior Medical Writer and lead scientific communication initiatives, mentor junior writers, and ensure high-quality, regulatory-compliant publication deliverables.