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Senior Medical Writer

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
3-5 years
Not Disclosed
Gurugram, India
10 May 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Senior Medical Writer

Company: Syneos Health
Location: India – Gurugram (Hybrid)
Experience Required: 3–5 years
Job Type: Medical Writing (Individual Contributor)
Job ID: 25108453


Role Overview

The Senior Medical Writer is responsible for developing high-quality clinical and regulatory documentation across the drug development lifecycle. The role involves writing, reviewing, and coordinating scientific documents used for regulatory submissions, clinical studies, and publications while ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities

Medical Writing & Documentation

  • Prepare and lead development of clinical and regulatory documents, including:

    • Clinical study protocols and amendments

    • Clinical study reports (CSRs)

    • Investigator brochures

    • Informed consent forms (ICFs)

    • Annual reports and safety update reports (PSUR/DSUR)

    • Clinical development plans

    • IND/NDA/MAA/CTD submissions

    • Journal manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and scientific presentations

    • Plain language summaries and integrated summary reports


Scientific Review & Quality Control

  • Ensure clarity, consistency, and scientific accuracy of documents

  • Coordinate quality, editorial, and peer reviews

  • Review statistical analysis plans (SAPs) and TLF specifications

  • Ensure compliance with ICH E3, FDA guidelines, and internal SOPs

  • Perform literature searches and ensure proper citation practices


Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with:

    • Clinical teams

    • Biostatistics

    • Data management

    • Regulatory affairs

    • Medical affairs

  • Resolve client comments and incorporate feedback into documents


Project & Stakeholder Management

  • Manage medical writing deliverables across studies

  • Coordinate timelines, budgets, and documentation workflows

  • Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders

  • Track project status and ensure on-time delivery


Mentorship & Process Improvement

  • Mentor junior medical writers

  • Provide technical guidance and training

  • Contribute to internal process improvements and best practices

  • Escalate and resolve documentation or project issues


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related scientific field


Experience

  • 3–5 years of medical writing experience in:

    • CRO, pharmaceutical, or medical device industry

  • Experience writing regulatory and clinical documents

  • Strong familiarity with:

    • FDA regulations

    • ICH guidelines (especially ICH E3)

    • Good Publication Practices (GPP)

    • AMA Manual of Style


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong scientific writing and editing skills

  • Excellent English grammar and communication ability

  • Ability to interpret clinical and statistical data

  • Strong attention to detail and consistency

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


Additional Requirements

  • Ability to meet strict timelines and budget constraints

  • Exposure to end-to-end clinical development documentation

  • Optional travel (<25%)

  • Mentoring capability for junior writers