Lead-Publication Writing

Indegene; Bengaluru; Presencial; INR 1.500.000 - 2.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Indegene seeks a Senior Associate – Scientific Writing to join its Medical Communications team. You will develop complex publication deliverables (manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slides) from primary and secondary data, ensure scientific accuracy, and mentor junior writers while interfacing with clients and authors.

The role requires a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications, strong publication management skills, and collaboration across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced

Formación

• Advanced degree in life sciences (e.g., M.Pharm, Pharm.D, Ph.D.)
• 5–10 years of medical/scientific writing experience
• Must have documented authorship in peer‑reviewed publications

Responsabilidades

• Draft complex scientific deliverables (manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks) from primary/secondary data sources.
• Ensure scientific accuracy and adherence to client branding and timelines.
• Perform rigorous literature reviews, data verification, and proper referencing.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Scientific storytelling

Mentorship

Networking

Agility

Educación

Advanced life sciences degree

5-10 years medical writing experience

Publication track record

Herramientas

Datavision

PubsHub

EndNote

Mendeley

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

We are a technology-led healthcare solutions provider. We are driven by our purpose to enable healthcare organizations to be future-ready. We offer accelerated, global growth opportunities for talent that’s bold, industrious, and nimble. With Indegene, you gain a unique career experience that celebrates entrepreneurship and is guided by passion, innovation, collaboration, and empathy. To explore exciting opportunities at the convergence of healthcare and technology, check out www.careers.indegene.com Looking to jump-start your career? We understand how important the first few years of your career are, which create the foundation of your entire professional journey. At Indegene, we promise you a differentiated career experience. You will not only work at the exciting intersection of healthcare and technology but also will be mentored by some of the most brilliant minds in the industry. We are offering a global fast-track career where you can grow along with Indegene’s high-speed growth. We are purpose-driven. We enable healthcare organizations to be future ready and our customer obsession is our driving force. We ensure that our customers achieve what they truly want. We are bold in our actions, nimble in our decision-making, and industrious in the way we work.

Job Description: Senior Associate – Scientific Writing (Publications)Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Associate – Scientific Writing to join our Medical Communications team. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end development of complex, high-impact publication deliverables (manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and slide decks) from primary and secondary data sources.

As a senior member of the team, you will drive scientific excellence, mentor junior writers, and interface directly with clients and authors. A proven track record of peer-reviewed, acknowledged scientific publications and proficiency in publication management tools are strictly mandatory for this role.

Key Responsibilities Content Development & Scientific Excellence

• Draft complex scientific deliverables, including peer-reviewed manuscripts, literature reviews, congress abstracts, posters, and slide decks, utilizing clinical study reports (CSRs), protocols, and statistical analysis plans (SAPs).
• Develop medically relevant, accurate content across various therapeutic indications, ensuring adherence to client branding guidelines and strict timelines.
• Execute rigorous fact-checking and referencing to ensure all content is scientifically valid, authentic, and supported by up-to-date biomedical literature.
• Maintain strict compliance with international pharmaceutical regulations, ICMJE guidelines, GPP2/GPP3/GPP2022 standards, and client-specific SOPs.
• Manage publication workflows (concurrent, sequential, and hybrid) within proprietary platforms such as Datavision and PubsHub PM Solution.
• Oversee compliance tracking within tools, including creating projects, uploading source documents, tracking milestones, and maintaining attributes (journals, submission status, citations, etc.).
• Enforce version control and establish precise publication timelines, proactively communicating updates to senior management.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Lead client kick-off meetings to map out project requirements, define Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and align on turnaround times.
• Manage direct communications with global clients, external authors, and key opinion leaders (KOLs) with high professional diplomacy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Medical Writing Lead, Project Management, and Graphics teams to ensure seamless delivery.
• Address ad-hoc client requests efficiently within stipulated turnaround times without compromising quality.
• Conduct rigorous peer reviews of content developed by junior team members to ensure scientific rigor and alignment with client expectations.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to elevate the writing capabilities of the broader team.

Desired Skills & QualificationsEducation & Experience (Mandatory)

• Advanced Degree in Life Sciences: M. Pharm, Pharm.D, Ph.D., or a related postgraduate life sciences degree.
• Experience:5 to 10 years of dedicated medical/scientific writing experience within a pharmaceutical company or leading medical communications agency.
• Publication Track Record: Must have documented, acknowledged authorship or writing contributions to peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Technical & Specialized Skills

• Mandatory Software Expertise: Hands-on experience using publication management tools, specifically Datavision and PubsHub.
• Technical Tools: High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and reference management software (EndNote, Mendeley, etc.).
• Scientific Acumen: Deep understanding of clinical research design, statistical data interpretation, and specialized medical/therapeutic areas.

Soft Skills

• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for Writing: A strong flair for scientific storytelling and translating complex data into clear, impactful narratives.
• Proactive Networking: Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with global stakeholders, authors, and internal teams.
• Agility: Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple overlapping project timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Indegene is proud to be an Equal Employment Employer and is committed to the culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, colour, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical ability, or any other characteristics. All employment decisions, from hiring to separation, will be based on business requirements, the candidate’s merit and qualification. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics.