Medical Writer - Research

4w4 weeks ago

WNS Global Services

Gurugram, IN · Full-time · INR 600,000 – INR 1,200,000

About this role

The Medical Writer will develop high-quality scientific content and documentation across therapeutic areas by conducting in-depth literature reviews and synthesizing data from clinical trials and publications. The role involves delivering clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate materials for both consumer healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.

The day-to-day involves comprehensive secondary research and literature reviews, using search strategies across databases like PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library. The Medical Writer analyzes and interprets clinical data to extract actionable insights and prepares overarching summaries. Additionally, they create communication materials in the OTC and Rx space.

The role operates within the Medical Affairs and Scientific Communications department with a global scope. The Medical Writer collaborates with clients to define requirements during project initiation, ensuring objectives and timelines are clear. The work is conducted in a dynamic environment that emphasizes quality, compliance, and business value.

The Medical Writer has the opportunity to contribute to both short- and long-term projects spanning medical, safety, clinical, regulatory, and promotional content. This role allows for professional growth by co-creating innovative digital-led solutions with clients across ten industries.

Requirements

MBBS, BDS, PhD, or Master’s in Pharmacy or a related field.
Experience in conducting literature reviews and evidence synthesis.
Proficiency in using scientific databases like PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library.
Ability to analyze and interpret clinical and scientific data.
Knowledge of guidelines such as ICMJE and CONSORT.
Strong editing and proofreading skills.
Familiarity with OTC and Rx pharmaceutical domains.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive secondary research and literature reviews using scientific databases such as PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library.
Analyze and interpret clinical and scientific data to extract actionable insights.
Leverage scientific expertise to create high-quality communication materials in the OTC and Rx space.
Research, write, edit, organize, interpret, curate, and quality-check various types of scientific content across multiple formats and channels.
Prepare, review, and edit scientific documents including manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks, treatment guideline summaries, publication summaries, and white papers.
Review medical, promotional, and scientific materials in accordance with internal SOPs and external guidelines such as ICMJE and CONSORT.
Verify references and ensure content is plagiarism-free.
Understand and define client requirements during project initiation, including objectives and timelines.