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Senior Medical Writer

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
5+ years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 10, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote 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

Location: Remote, India
Job ID: R-01332283
Employment Type: Full-Time
Category: Clinical Research
Work Mode: Fully Remote
Work Schedule: Standard (Monday to Friday)


About the Role

A leading global clinical research organization is seeking an experienced Senior Medical Writer to support high-impact clinical research and drug development programs. This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality medical and scientific documents that support regulatory submissions, clinical studies, and strategic communications across multiple therapeutic areas.

As part of a globally recognized clinical research services team, the Senior Medical Writer will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of clinical and regulatory documentation. The position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to advancing innovative therapies addressing complex global health challenges.


Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary author for clinical and scientific documents, including clinical study reports, study protocols, and summaries of clinical data

  • Research, write, and edit complex regulatory and program-level documents such as Investigator’s Brochures (IBs), Investigational New Drug applications (INDs), and Marketing Authorization Applications (MAAs)

  • Manage the medical writing process from document planning and coordination through final delivery to internal and external clients

  • Demonstrate subject matter and therapeutic area expertise across assigned projects

  • Review and provide quality oversight for documents prepared by junior medical writers

  • Mentor and train junior team members and program managers on document preparation, regulatory standards, and medical writing best practices

  • Ensure full compliance with internal quality systems, client-specific processes, and global regulatory guidelines

  • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of medical writing standards, methodologies, and best practices

  • Support program management activities, including scope management, timeline development, budget forecasting, and contract modifications when required

  • Represent the medical writing function in project launch meetings, review meetings, and cross-functional team discussions


Education and Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or related field (advanced degree preferred)

  • Minimum of 5 or more years of professional medical writing experience, with demonstrated ability to independently author clinical and regulatory documents

  • Prior experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or Contract Research Organization (CRO) industry is strongly preferred

  • Formal certifications in medical writing or regulatory affairs (AMWA, EMWA, RAC) are advantageous

  • Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered


Required Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent medical and scientific writing skills, including data interpretation, grammar, editing, and proofreading

  • Strong understanding of global, regional, and national regulatory and document development guidelines

  • In-depth knowledge in at least one specialty area, such as clinical development, regulatory submissions, therapeutic areas, or scientific communications

  • Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines

  • Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

  • Effective negotiation and stakeholder management skills

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities

  • Proficiency with document management systems and client templates

  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related applications


Working Environment

  • Fully remote role based in India

  • Office-based work environment with virtual collaboration across global teams


Why This Opportunity

This role offers the chance to work within a high-performing global clinical research organization at the forefront of bringing new therapies to market. The Senior Medical Writer will play a vital role in supporting regulatory success, operational excellence, and scientific integrity across diverse clinical programs.


Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.